Other
Timeline of Gandhi's Life
A timeline describing the important dates in the life of Mohandas Gandhi.
Other
Challenges Facing Diaspora Africans Who Return to Africa
This is an examination of African-Americans who return to Africa and how they are accepted and accept African people and African life as well as how they cope with the challenges of adopting their ancestral homeland as foreign outsiders.
Other
Hall of Fame Biographies: Albert John Lutuli
This South African Hall of Fame site features a page on the life of Albert Lutuli (1898-1967), a Nobel Peace Prize winner and a leader in the fight for civil rights in South Africa.
Other
Biko Speaks on Africans
An essay written and delivered by Stephen Biko on the state of blacks in South Africa. This is a good way to understand what Biko wanted to accomplish during his life.
Other
Peguin: Reading Guide: The House Gun
Besides the usual critical introduction, biographical information and discussion question; this reading guide includes an interview with the author.
Other
Penguin: Reading Guide: None to Accompany Me
The author talks about the main character, Vera, in this interview exceprt. The reading guide also includes a critical introduction and discussion questions.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: South Africa After Ten Years of Freedom (Lesson Plan)
A instructional activity for exploring the history of South Africa, the system of apartheid, and the changes that have come about since the end of the apartheid era. Lesson has broad applicability to learning about unique methods that...
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: South Africa
This site gives a large flag of South Africa with an explanation of the meaning of the flag. Links are provided for additional information.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: South Africa
The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of South Africa is on this site.
Ducksters
Ducksters: South Africa History and Timeline Overview
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of South Africa including early tribes, Dutch settlers, British rule, Boer Wars, apartheid, and Nelson Mandela.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: South Africa: Geography
A graphic showing the various aspects of the physical environment of South Africa including its climate, terrain, and natural resources. information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: South Africa: People
A brief look at the the make-up of the population of South Africa. Find out about the transition taking place in the education system in the country. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Toronto Star Newspapers
Toronto Star: Portraits of the G20 Leaders: Jacob Zuma
A profile of Jacob Zuma, the President of South Africa, who is participating in the G20 Summit in Toronto in June 2010.
BBC
Bbc News: How Anc Came to Split
The ANC party of South Africa has split. Find out what led some members to defect, and form a new party, The Congress of the People(COPE). (12/16/08)
My Hero Project
My Hero: Nelson Mandela
Use this resource to learn about Nelson Mandela's freedom, which marked the end of Apartheid. This article includes images and an excerpt from his book, "Long Walk to Freedom."
Washington State University
Washington State University: Athol Fugard: "Master Harold"... And the Boys
Brief biographical information of playwriter Athol Fugard and information about his play, "Master Harold" . . . and the Boys.
Other
Robben Island Museum: Homepage
This site from the Robben Island Museum has information on the island and the prisoners who were held there. Nelson Mandela was held there for many years (1962 to 1982). Provides a general context for understanding the lives of political...
Archaeological Institute of America
Archaeology: Riddle of Great Zimbabwe
Briefly explores the differing explanations for Great Zimbabwe's location and structures.
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Day of Prayer for Nelson Mandela
Brief article reports on how the people of South Africa are mourning the death of Nelson Mandela.
Other
Clarity Connect: African Folktales
Links more than a hundred African folktales from Nigeria, South Africa, Zulu, West Africa, and more.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Nelson Mandela Biography
Useful biographical information, achievements, and quotes of Nelson Mandela, South African civil rights leader.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Nelson Mandela Facts
Discover interesting biographical details about Nelson Mandela, South Africa's 1st black president.
Curated OER
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: South Africa
Learn about religion in South Africa, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.