Day of Reconciliation 2022 Date in South Africa: Know History and Significance of the Annual Observance Established After the End of Apartheid
The observance of the Day of Reconciliation can take the form of remembering past history, recognizing the contributions of the veterans, and other festivities. The Day of Reconciliation was established in 1995 after the end of apartheid and has helped bring harmony to a region still reeling after decades of injustice.
Day of Reconciliation is an annual observance in South Africa that is marked on December 16. The day is a public holiday in the country. The observance of the Day of Reconciliation can take the form of remembering past history, recognizing the contributions of the veterans, and other festivities. The Day of Reconciliation was established in 1995 after the end of apartheid and has helped bring harmony to a region still reeling after decades of injustice. Nelson Mandela Birth Anniversary 2022: Share Mandela Day Quotes, Sayings, Images and Thoughts by the South African Anti-Apartheid Activist To Celebrate His Legacy!
History of the Day of Reconciliation in South Africa
The origins of the celebration for people of South Africa date back to the Day of the Vow celebrated in commemoration of the Voortrekker victory over the Zulus at the Battle of Blood River on December 16, 1838. For African people, the date has been significant as one of both peaceful protests against racial injustice and the founding of the more militant Umkhonto we Sizwe by the African National Congress (ANC) on December 16, 1961. Quotes by Nelson Mandela: Thoughts by South African Anti-Apartheid Revolutionary to Share on the Observance.
According to historical records, Nelson Mandela and the South African Truth and Reconciliation Commission chose a day that was special to both ethnic groups in the country in order to work on healing the damage done by apartheid.
Significance of The Day of Reconciliation in South Africa
Day of Reconciliation in South Africa is a great opportunity for people to understand and maintain peace and harmony in the region that prevailed after decades of injustice. December 16 was chosen because it was significant to both Afrikaner and black African cultures. The government chose a meaningful date for both ethnic groups because they recognised the need for racial harmony. The day was established with the aim of fostering reconciliation and national unity for the country.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 15, 2022 10:00 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).