The Es’kia Mphahlele Library hosted Africa Day by inviting countries of the Southern African Development Community to exhibit art representing their ethnic identities and heritages.
- Art exhibitions were presented to showcase the cultural activities.
- The Korean choir performed in Zulu.
- Many of Africa’s products are hand-crafted rather than machine-made.
- The event also aims to educate communities, sustain cultural activities.
Every year, this day celebrates African unity and collective aspirations to preserve traditional knowledge and practices. It also aims to educate communities, sustain cultural activities and ward off indigenous language extinction.
Art exhibitions were presented to showcase the cultural activities of indigenous communities and share their views and perspectives.
Kgopelo Mcwane, a librarian said that hosting Africa Day is part of functions to celebrate arts, culture and tradition. Cultural diversity is the representation of different cultural and ethnic groups in society.
The jazz singer Elizabeth Skosana, who is known to her legions of fans as Zee-Bold, told the Tshwane Bulletin Newspaper that she is happy to perform for different nations.
South Korean Pastor Joshua said, “We came to celebrate with South Africa and other nations present, to exchange cultures and enjoy the day.”
The South Korean choir performed in Zulu and caused a buzz, resulting in a clear cultural exchange
Many of Africa’s products are hand-crafted rather than machine-made. We see a lot of art entrepreneurs around town selling handmade bags, beads, and mats. African skills are being offered commercially so they can feed their families.
Sepanya Mahlangu, a beat maker, came to the event to demonstrate African skills. “I make bags by hand using wool and plastic.”
Debora Selala said, “I also teach my kids that if I die I have left my skills on this planet.” The occasion was commemorated by citizens of Nigeria, Togo and South Korea.
