The National BriefingHow did Shaka Day become Heritage Day — and what does that history mean for South Africans today? The origins of 24 September have been the subject of debate, from its links to King Shaka and Zulu heritage to its adoption as a national day celebrating the diverse cultures of South Africa. Is the story of Heritage Day fully understood, or is there more to the history?
How did Shaka Day become Heritage Day — and what does that history mean for South Africans today? The origins of 24 September have been the subject of debate, from its links to King Shaka and Zulu heritage to its adoption as a national day celebrating the diverse cultures of South Africa. Is the story of Heritage Day fully understood, or is there more to the history?
Guest: Professor Musa Xulu, Cultural Expert.
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