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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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Commemorating the Arrival of SA Agulhas II in Cape Town – A Symbol of Discovery and Stewardship On 3rd May 2012, the SA Agulhas II arrived in Cape Town, South Africa, from the shipyards of Rauma, Finland—a milestone that marked the beginning of a new era for polar research and exploration under the South African […]