History

Storytelling Day to Unite Bo-Kaap Through the Power of Heritage

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyFebruary 28, 2024February 28, 2024 189 0

The people of the iconic Bo-Kaap are taking the spotlight to tell their stories to be part of an exciting project centred around Living Heritage!   Bo-Kaap, South Africa (28…

Leanne Maiden: The First South African Woman to Conquer the World’s Toughest Row

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyFebruary 19, 2024February 19, 2024 6,660 0

Despite calling herself an ‘ordinary woman’, Leanne Maiden has done a most extraordinary thing. She has officially completed the World’s Toughest Row and become the first South African woman to…

After Decades, Dr Esther Mahlangu’s Historic ‘Art Car’ is Cruising Home 

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyNovember 16, 2023November 16, 2023 441 0

Dr Esther Mahlangu’s historic ‘art car’ has spent decades away. Soon to return home for a new generation to appreciate, here’s why the car and its place in the artist’s…

For the First Time, a South African Will Serve as Judge of the ICJ

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyNovember 10, 2023November 10, 2023 1,826 0

For the first time in history, a South African will serve as a judge of the International Court of Justice. Prof Dire Tladi has made his country proud!   Global…

Melville Koppies Wins Heritage Award for ‘Preferred Heritage Destination’!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyOctober 11, 2023October 11, 2023 231 0

Melville Koppies, known and appreciated for both its historical and natural significance, has won an award for ‘Preferred Heritage Site’! This is a testament to the conservation teams and volunteers…

Salt River Heritage Festival: Knowing the Past to Shape a Better World

by Matthew Hirsch@groundup_newsOctober 2, 2023October 2, 2023 374 0

On Saturday new giant murals were unveiled in the historic suburb   Salt River, South Africa (02 October 2023) — The second Salt River Heritage Street Festival was held on…

Africa’s Only Submarine Museum Finally Comes Ashore

by Staff Writer@goodthingsguyAugust 16, 2023 267 0

South Africa’s famous submarine museum is coming ashore once again; making it the only one on the continent!   Cape Town, South Africa (15 August 2023)— Nearly eight years since…

Celebrating 338 Years Of South Africa’s Oldest Wine Producing Farm

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJuly 11, 2023 797 0

Groot Constantia, South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm, celebrates its 338th birthday by opening its Vintage Vault for a limited time, offering wine enthusiasts a unique tasting experience and the chance…

KZN Artist to ‘Bring the Sun’ to London with Heritage-Inspired Exhibition

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJuly 9, 2023July 7, 2023 311 0

An artist from KwaZulu-Natal is ‘bringing the sun’ to London, and is set to showcase his vibrant, culturally-inspired works as part of a solo show.   London (09 July, 2023)…

The Stories that Rose from the Ashes! UCT’s Jagger Library Begins Again

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyApril 24, 2023April 25, 2023 269 0

Two years ago, a fire that ripped through the University of Cape Town saw the iconic Jagger Library left in the ashes. Now, the library has begun a new chapter…