‘Heritage Day’ was established as a compromise to create a day where all South Africans could observe and celebrate their diverse cultural heritage.
South Africans use the day to enjoy a braai. Picture Supplied
Referring to Heritage Day as ‘National Braai Day’ might be a contentious move, but like other South African public holidays, Heritage Day is used as an opportunity to braai for some South Africans. The first Heritage Day was celebrated in 1995 and in the early 2000s, National Braai Day started gaining momentum as a way to celebrate South Africa’s culinary tradition of gathering around a fire to cook.Prior to the dawn of democracy, the 24th of September was known as Shaka Day for most people, in commemoration of Shaka, the Zulu king.
Heritage Day was established in an effort to create a more inclusive day where all South Africans could observe and celebrate their diverse cultural heritage.one of our national days, we did so because we knew that our rich and varied cultural heritage has a profound power to help build our new nation,” said South Africa’s first democratic president, Nelson Mandela in an address in 1996.
General manager at ANEW Resort White River Mbombela, a place renowned for its shisanyama, Wayne Blake has provided some tips for those who’ll be braaing on Heritage Day.To prevent your pap from becoming stiff and dry whilst being served, incorporate sauces into your pap dish rather than just leaving it as is in the bowl.BUTTERY PAP WITH BRAAI MEAT. fluffy, creamy pap, made with Rama Fat Spread and tons of love.
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