A Liberated Child Is A Happy Child: Celebrating 30 years of Freedom.
Written by: (UNICEF CLUB at UJ) Hlalani Mdunge, Mamello Mpiti, Okuhle Cyetiwe, Thandeka-Luhle Ncube, Thandiswa Ngolothi, Thaboeteng Ncube Freedom Day has been observed in many ways throughout history, but one particularly noteworthy example is in South Africa, where it is observed on the anniversary of the first democratic elections that brought an end to decades of Apartheid. April 27th marked the beginning of a new democratic era in which citizens of all races could cast ballots and influence the course of the nation. It signaled the end of formalized racial discrimination and the start of a path toward equality and reconciliation. In South Africa, Freedom Day serves as a reminder of the hardships faced and, the strides made in establishing democracy and freedom. Freedom is a sacred and inviolable right that all human beings possess. Human rights are standards that recognize and protect the digni...