O.R. Tambo Legacy Tours

O.R. Tambo Legacy Tours Creating economic growth and sustainability of townships through tourism, powered by the LEGACY of our KASI'S HEROES.

18/06/2025
18/06/2025

HISTORY OF JUNE 16!
On June 16, 1976, thousands of black students from Soweto, led by the South African Students Movement's Action Committee, organized a peaceful protest against the mandatory use of Afrikaans in schools. They were met with brutal police force.

Why Did It Happen?

The apartheid government's policy imposed Afrikaans as the medium of instruction for certain subjects, which was seen as a tool of oppression. Students demanded the right to be taught in their native languages.

The Clashes

Police fired teargas and live bullets to disperse the students. The first to be shot was 13-year-old Hector Pieterson, whose image, captured by photographer Sam Nzima, became an iconic symbol of the uprising.

Impact and Aftermath

The uprising spread across South Africa, leading to increased resistance against apartheid. It drew global attention to the harsh realities of apartheid, significantly influencing the country’s political landscape.

Legacy

June 16 is now commemorated as Youth Day in South Africa, honoring the courage and sacrifice of the students. It serves as a reminder of the role young people play in the fight for justice and equality.

26/04/2022

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Greetings to you all....
06/04/2022

Greetings to you all....

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14/03/2022

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