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Each year, International Museum Day is celebrated on 18 May to highlight the importance of museums in cultural exchange, education, and heritage preservation. The 2025 theme, “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities,” encourages institutions to reflect on how they can evolve and thrive amid accelerating social, technological, and cultural transformation. In celebration of […]

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As South Africa marks National Archives Week from 5–9 May 2025, we are invited to reflect on the theme “Digital Footprints: Archives and Records Management in the Digital Era.” This year’s theme highlights how digital platforms and technologies have transformed the way we preserve, access, and engage with our shared heritage. It also reminds us […]

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From 6 to 12 May, we celebrate Library Week — a perfect opportunity to highlight the vital role of books, and knowledge-sharing in preserving our collective heritage. The Antarctic Legacy of South Africa (ALSA) invites the public, especially children and young learners, to explore the incredible history of South Africa’s involvement in the Antarctic region […]

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