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As the world's most famous prisoner (held in captivity for 27 years) and, then becoming South Africa's president, Nelson Mandela exemplifies a moral integrity that shines far beyond South Africa.
In the revolution led by Mandela to transform a country based on apartheid laws and dirision, into an open democracy, he alone has achieved a miracle.
This house in Orlando West, is where 'Madiba', Nelson Mandela, used to live in the township Soweto. He lives in a 'formally-white' area now, in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg.
The house has 4 rooms, with a variety of memorabilia, photos and paintings of the Mandela family. It also has a variety of honorary doctorates that Mandela has been given by various universities and institutions from all around the world.
This was home to both his wives and daughters, and has seen a lot... including petrol bombs and being caught alight because of his political activities!
They hold tours here for tourists visiting, interested in learning more about this amazing man. I wouldnt advise visiting Soweto on your own, rather go in a tour group.
The tour itself wasnt that good to be honest, the guide was a local, which is great, but they need to brush up on their general knowledge of the house, and be more people-friendly.
Others have told me their tour guide was knowledgable and easily understood.. I am glad to hear this! :) Perhaps it was our guides first day? Leave a Comment Address: 8115 Ngakane Street,Orlando West, SowetoPhone: 27 (011) 936 7754
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 SOWETO by Jim_Eliason
SOWETO is not safe for independent travel. One should take an organized tour. Leave a Comment
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 Hector Pierson Memorial by Jim_EliasonLeave a Comment Address: 8288 Maseko Street, Orlando WestPhone: 011 536 0611Directions: SOWETO Township
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Soweto is the biggest Township in South Africa with a lot of history to accompany it. South Africa is quite a unique destination because of its segregated past where white and black were seperated by the Apartheid laws. While we have beautiful suburbs and big cities much of SA is also still very much 3rd world and the difference between the 1st and 3rd world is very true to a lot of the issues we still face in this country (erasing the inequality that exists because of our past). I believe that it is in EVERYONE's interest to visit a Township and if possible Soweto specifically. It is a fascinating place and despite many obsticles a community of hope and inspiration. Soweto is highly reccomended and there are many tours available in this area. It is advised that you use these operators as they are a sfaer option in travelling these areas. Check outh the link for more on this
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On 23 September 1942, Field Marshall Smuts officially opened the hospital. He used the opportunity to indicate the post war plan, which was that the Government would use the hospital for the Black population of the Witwatersrand. In the meantime Baragwanath was called on to deal with casualties of the war, mainly from the Middle East command. During the latter part of the war Baragwanath treated mostly Tuberculosis patients, not only from Middle East Command, but also from the Far East Command - mainly the Burma theatre.
It is therefore not surprising that Baragwanath Hospital was an important venue for the Royal visit in 1947. Many British and Commonwealth troops were still recovering here, and King George VI used the opportunity to present medals on that day (5 April 1947).
Post war plans were already underway. The South African Government had bought the hospital for one million pounds. On 1 April 1948, the black section of Johannesburg Hospital (known as NEH) was transferred to Bara, and the hospital opened with 480 beds.
Over the next 30 years Baragwanath grew in size and status. Today it not only provides for Soweto, but also serves as referral hospital for a large part of the country, including surrounding African States. Leave a Comment
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than... by crazyguitarLeave a Comment Directions: All over the country: Gauteng, for instance.
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