With 11 official languages, rich cultures and diverse backgrounds, all South Africans have a reason to celebrate this Heritage Day.

We live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world with plenty of beautiful places to explore.

 

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#DidYouKnow? Heritage Day was initially celebrated as Shaka Day in remembrance of Shaka Zulu, on the presumed date of his death.

Early start to #HeritageDay🇿🇦 #proudlysouthafrican pic.twitter.com/foJyu4M8yZ

— Newsclip (@newsclipsa) September 23, 2019

Here are five ways to celebrate your heritage:

• Wear clothes that reflect your heritage
• Make a meal that’s been handed down from generation to generation in your family
• Chill with your friends and family
• Attend a Heritage Day celebration in your community
• Watch a proudly South African movie

Are you from Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban? 🌆 🌄 🌅 pic.twitter.com/ACYoUdVj12

— KitKat South Africa (@kitkatsa) September 19, 2019

Events happening around the country to attend:

• JHB: Heritage Day Braai 2019  
• DBN: Heritage Day Braai at Durban Country Club
• CPT: The AfroFest 2019
• PE: Heritage Day Dinner Buffet | 24 Sept
• PTA: Pretoria African Food Festival

If you’d prefer to cuddle up on the couch this Heritage Day, watch a movie that celebrates our heritage. Here are a few ideas:

• Sarafina
• Platteland
• Cry the Beloved Country