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Celebrating the South African Constitutional Court

The Constitutional Court is a powerful reminder of how far the country has come. Its Great African Steps are built of the bricks from Number Four prison, holding within them the memories of the countless prisoners denied their dignity. Its design is symbolic of "justice under a tree"; it is a masterpiece of the South African transition.

South Africa’s Constitution Hill

Constitution Hill, a multi-faceted heritage precinct in the heart of Johannesburg, was built on the site of a century-old prison complex where the leaders of every major South African liberation group - Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi among them - were once detained.

Press release: South Africa ranked among top countries for FDI and remains an attractive...

Brand South Africa welcomes South Africa’s performance in the 2017 A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index, as well as in the Africa...

22 monuments for 22 years of freedom

There are a significant number of monuments to peace and freedom scattered across South Africa – not surprising given its long history of struggle against oppression. With April marking the 22nd anniversary of South Africa’s freedom, we will showcase 22 monuments that pay homage to those who made this country great.

Africa’s 2016 Olympic winners

Africa returns home from the Rio Olympics this week with an impressive medal tally, including 10 golds and 19 silvers. Brand South Africa reporter Apart from...

World’s best for SA wheelchair tennis events

No less than 23 world top 10-ranked wheelchair tennis players in various categories, including two number one-ranked players, have confirmed their entries for the Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) series taking place in Johannesburg and Benoni in April.

Constitution Hill is a window on a brutal past

Sitting astride a ridge on the northern edge of Joburg's inner city, Constitution Hill is a symbol of how far South Africa has come. Once a notorious prison filled with anti-apartheid activists, it is now the seat of the highest court in the land, where freedom, democracy and justice are defended.

Following the Nelson Mandela trail

From the island prison where he lived for 18 years to his post-presidential archive in Johannesburg, from rural childhood scenes to a house in South Africa's busiest township, Nelson Mandela left a rich trail across the country for the discerning tourist to follow.

Heads held high, Banyana exit Olympics

South Africa's women's football team, Banyana Banyana, departed the 2012 London Olympic Games on a high as they held Japan, the reigning world champions, to a goalless draw in their final match at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium on Tuesday.

South African rowers shine at Olympics

While Chad le Clos grabbed South Africa's second gold medal in the pool at the Olympics, other South Africans put in strong performances in various events on Monday and Tuesday - the most impressive coming from the men's lightweight fours rowing team.