JOHANNESBURG-Heritage Day is a national holiday celebrated every year on September 24.
The day was created to promote national unity and encourage South Africans to embrace and respect multiculturalism.
The country has 12 official languages ​​and many more different cultures.
On Heritage Day, citizens are encouraged to celebrate their heritage by sharing traditional food, music and dance and participating in cultural ceremonies and festivals.
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The aim of this day is to create a sense of pride in one’s own identity and heritage, while also emphasising appreciation for those of other South Africans.
Heritage Day has its own tradition: it is ‘braai day’, where South Africans enjoy meat on the fire together with family and friends. This symbolizes the unity between different cultures.
This day offers people the opportunity to reflect on their roots, learn from each other and appreciate the diversity of cultures that make up South Africa.
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