News

On Heritage Day, 24 September 2025, the historic Castle of Good Hope came alive with stories of courage, resilience, and exploration as the Antarctic Legacy of South Africa (ALSA) proudly hosted the launch of District Six to Antarctica by Mustakim Gierdien. The event beautifully bridged South Africa’s rich cultural heritage with its remarkable Antarctic legacy […]

Events

The University of Cape Town (UCT) recently hosted a career panel for students completing their Post Graduate Diploma in Library and Information Studies (PGDipLIS) on 4 September 2025. Among the three panelists was Ria Olivier, Principal Investigator at the Antarctic Legacy of South Africa (ALSA), who shared her experiences and insights alongside colleagues from related […]

AntarcticHistoryInternational Celebration Day

Each year on 9 October, the world celebrates World Post Day, marking the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union’s founding in 1874. Declared by the 1969 Universal Postal Congress in Tokyo, this day highlights the vital role that postal services play in connecting people, communities, and businesses across the globe. It also recognizes the Post’s […]