1 to 30 April
South Africa celebrates Freedom Month in April to mark the country’s transition from the oppressive apartheid regime to a free democratic country, and in commemoration of the first democratic elections on 27 April 1994 that gave birth to our constitutional democracy.
27 April marks not only the birth of a democratic nation but also stands as a testament to South Africans' unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and human dignity, in the hope of building a better, more inclusive future for all. Freedom is not simply a date in history books. It is a continuous and ever-changing process that is prevalent within the day-to-day struggles for justice and equality, not just in South Africa, but across the African continent.
South Africans believe, rightly so, that true freedom is incomplete without justice and reconciliation in the world. South Africa supports those who are still fighting for their freedom, whether it be economic, social, political, environmental, or psychological.
We must continue to safeguard the freedoms that so many fought for, not only for ourselves but for generations to come. South Africa remains steadfast in amplifying and bolstering an inclusive and participatory democratic culture that is able to turn tension into collaboration, thus ensuring the Supremacy of the constitution and the rule of law.
The theme for the 2026 National Freedom Day is Freedom and the Rule of Law: Thirty Years of Democratic Citizenship. The Free State Province has been confirmed as the host, with the event set to take place at the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality in Bloemfontein.
