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TimesLIVE
2 days ago
- Politics
- TimesLIVE
‘You can't put a price on justice': McKenzie on reburials of ancestral remains and exile repatriation project
The government doesn't yet know how much it will cost to rebury the remains of Khoe and San ancestors or to bring home the remains of freedom fighters who died in exile, but minister of sport, arts and culture Gayton McKenzie says the cost doesn't matter. 'It can't cost enough because people gave their lives. You can't put a cost to a life,' McKenzie said during a media briefing on Monday. McKenzie announced two major national projects: the reburial of 58 ancestral remains from the Khoe and San communities and the next phase of the Exile Repatriation Project, both backed by the government of national unity. 'These are not just projects — they are acts of justice, remembrance and healing. 'They affirm our government's commitment to restore dignity, promote cultural restoration and confront the painful legacy of apartheid. These initiatives are about re-humanisation. They are spiritual but, most importantly, they are necessary,' he said. McKenzie said the 58 ancestral remains originating from the Northern Cape would be reburied in consultation with affected communities, including the Nama, Griqua, Korana, and San. The process was being led by the Iziko Museums, the South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) and a local task team. 'It is not just about returning the remains to the soil. It is about restoring dignity. It is about fulfilling cultural and spiritual obligations. It is about healing the deep wounds of dispossession and, most importantly, historical erasure,' he said.
TimesLIVE
3 days ago
- Politics
- TimesLIVE
‘You can't put a price on justice': Mackenzie on reburials of ancestral remains and exile repatriation project
The government doesn't yet know how much it will cost to rebury the remains of Khoe and San ancestors or to bring home the remains of freedom fighters who died in exile, but minister of sport, arts and culture Gayton Mackenzie says the cost doesn't matter. 'It can't cost enough because people gave their lives. You can't put a cost to a life,' Mackenzie said during a media briefing on Monday. Mackenzie announced two major national projects: the reburial of 58 ancestral remains from the Khoe and San communities and the next phase of the Exile Repatriation Project, both backed by the government of national unity. 'These are not just projects — they are acts of justice, remembrance and healing. 'They affirm our government's commitment to restore dignity, promote cultural restoration and confront the painful legacy of apartheid. These initiatives are about re-humanisation. They are spiritual but, most importantly, they are necessary,' he said. Mackenzie said the 58 ancestral remains originating from the Northern Cape would be reburied in consultation with affected communities, including the Nama, Griqua, Korana, and San. The process was being led by the Iziko Museums, the South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) and a local task team. 'It is not just about returning the remains to the soil. It is about restoring dignity. It is about fulfilling cultural and spiritual obligations. It is about healing the deep wounds of dispossession and, most importantly, historical erasure,' he said.
The South African
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
These Cape Town attractions will be FREE this Sunday
Some of Cape Town's attractions will waive entry fees this Sunday. The initiative is part of global celebrations to mark International Museum Day, which falls on 18 May annually. In Cape Town, Iziko Museums of South Africa will mark the commemorative day. According to the museum website, the institution will open the doors to two of its buildings. International Museum Day is celebrated globally to highlight the role museums play in society. The year's theme is 'The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities'. Iziko Museums will host a symposium related to the theme, as well. The museum is also marking its 200th anniversary. The following Iziko Museums will be free to visit: Iziko South African Museum Iziko South African National Gallery Both of these Cape Town attractions are in the Company's Gardens in the city centre. South African adults usually pay R50 at each institution. Free entry does not apply to the Planetarium which is attached to the Iziko South African Museum. Both the gallery and the museum will be open from 08:30 to 16:00 on Sunday. Let us know by leaving a comment below or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
