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World Book and Copyright Day in South Africa is observed on April 23rd each year. The day presents an outstanding opportunity to revel in the country’s literary tradition and underscore the indispensable role of copyright in fostering creativity and innovation. Authors, compilers and editors l-r: Brian Huntley, Chris Oosthuizen, Erika Nortje, Jean Brundrit, Jess Verheul, […]

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The International Day for Monuments and Sites known as World Heritage Day is an international observance held on 18 April each year. Gough and Inaccessible Islands  have been declared in 1995 World Heritage Site no 740 “The site, located in the south Atlantic, is one of the least-disrupted island and marine ecosystems in the cool […]

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International Meteorology Day is celebrated on 23 March every year and it is an opportunity to appreciate the efforts made in the field of meteorology and weather forecasting, as well as to raise awareness about climate change and its impact on our planet.  The theme for World Meteorological Day in 2024 is “At the frontline of […]