President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday, 18 June 2026, officially launch the Milestones of Freedom campaign at the Union Buildings in Tshwane.
The national programme is intended to commemorate key milestones in South Africa’s democratic journey, while also strengthening service delivery and promoting social cohesion.
The campaign will be held under the theme “Honouring the Past. Delivering the Future.”
This year marks several significant and defining milestones in South Africa’s democratic journey, including the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution; the 50th anniversary of the 1976 youth uprisings; the 70th anniversary of the anti-pass campaign; and the 60th anniversary of the forced removals from District Six.
These landmark events reflect the long struggle for democracy and freedom, while also underscoring the journey toward a more inclusive and equitable society. The campaign further signals the government's commitment to building on democratic gains and accelerating service delivery to communities.
The event will bring together leaders from Government, business, civil society and Youth organisations.
The launch will take place as follows:
Date: Thursday, 18 June 2026
Time: 11h30 (Accredited Media arrival at 08h00)
Venue: The Union Buildings, Tshwane
NOTE TO MEDIA: Government Communications (GCIS) has completed the accreditation process. Access will only be granted to accredited media.
Media enquiries:
The Presidency
Vincent Magwenya
Spokesperson to the President
E-mail: media@gcis.gov.za
Government Communications (GCIS):
Nomonde Mnukwa
Acting Government Spokesperson
Cell: 083 653 7485
William Baloyi
Deputy Government Spokesperson
Cell: 083 390 7147
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