The Inkatha Freedom Party celebrates its 50th anniversary with a series of events highlighting its historical contributions and future vision for South Africa.
On Monday, the Inkatha Freedom Party launched its 50th anniversary celebration at the Durban City Hall. The IFP will celebrate with a series of events highlighting its historical contributions and future vision for South Africa. | Sibonelo Ngcobo/ Independent NewspapersAlthough the Inkatha Freedom Party officially marks 50 years on March 21, it has already started its celebrations with a launch at the Durban City Hall on Monday.
Hlabisa said a year-long program will celebrate the immeasurable role and contribution made by the “IFP in the history of our country to date, the legacy of our founder and President Emeritus, the late Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi and the watershed moments that have proven the strength, resilience, value and tenacity of the IFP”.
The party will mark this significant milestone in the life of the IFP with rallies, prayers and community engagements. “During June and August, the 50th Anniversary celebrations will shift its focus to the Youth and Women’s Brigades and the role they have played in contributing to a vibrant IFP.”
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