Flow of History
Flow of History: Colonial and Post Colonial South Africa
The political history of South Africa is profiled - from early times through the caste system to slavery and then apartheid, and finally democracy. Text plus a graphic chronological flow chart make the topic visually appealing and of...
The History Cat
The History Cat: Apartheid in South Africa
Learn how apartheid came to be official policy in South Africa. Under apartheid, South Africans were divided into four racial groups: Whites, Asians, Coloreds, and Blacks. Discover what life was like for black South Africans and how...
Other
National Museum of South Africa
This is the home page of the National Museum in Bloemfontein, South Africa. Many links are provided regarding the museum.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: South Africa After Ten Years of Freedom (Lesson Plan)
A lesson 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 can be used to...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: South Africa
The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of South Africa is on this site.
Other
Net History: International Internet Histories
Many International countries are challenging the belief that the Internet was born in the USA. This thorough list of links pulls together ongoing research, publications and articles supporting the theory that Internet was collaboratively...
Other
3rd Ear Music: The Music of South Africa
3rd Ear Music is a comprehensive resource of South African music, past and present. The organization started its collection in 1964 and it now offers links to several South African artists, history of SA music and recordings.
Other
Geoverse: Africa: South of the Sahara
A geography unit outline on the Sub-Sahara. It looks at the geography, South Africa's history, climate, population, ethnic unrest, early and colonial history, culture, economies, international aid, and environmental issues. Includes...
Other
The Boer War
A short summary of Australia's involvement in the Boer War in what is now South Africa.
Stanford University
Stanford University: The History of Apartheid in South Africa
Presents a history of apartheid in South Africa as part of a university course project.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: 1913 Land Act
This exhibit takes a photographic look at the 1913 Land Act, legislation which restricted the rights of black people and their acquisition of land in South Africa.
PBS
The Lost City of Mapungubwe
This site has interesting background information of the ancient city of Mapungubwe in South Africa which was hidden from the world by the apartheid government. Now scholars and archaeologists can explore and excavate there with no problems.
PBS
Pbs: The City of Thulamela
Good information from PBS on Thulamela, another archaeological site in South Africa. Thulamela prospered between 1350 and 1650 A.D. and was skilled in mining and creating tools.
University of Virginia
University of Virginia: The Great Boer Trek
The University of Virginia Library offers the full text of The Great Boer Trek. This book provides an in-depth history of the Boer's Great Trek across South Africa written by Stephen Crane.
Curated OER
National Geographic Kids: Africa: South Africa
Welcome to South Africa ! Follow this interactive overview of the country's history, geography, people, government, nature, and more.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: African Voices
This site is the web presence of "African Voices," a permanent exhibition at the National Museum of Natural History. It explores the "diversity, dynamism, and global influence of Africa's peoples and cultures." Includes art, texts, and...
Adventure Learning Foundation
Adventure Learning Foundation: Southern Africa
Explore the geography, culture, history, and people of Southern Africa in this site. It includes journal excerpts, pictures, maps, and classroom activities.
Other
World Socialist Web Site: A Journey Through Africa's Civilizations
From the World Socialist Web Site, this is a review of Harvard professor Henry Gates' book, "Wonders of the African World." It includes interesting details of Gates' attempts to piece together a view of precolonial African history. (4...
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Albie Sachs
Biography of Albie Sachs a champion of justice in Apartheid South Africa who spent time as a political prisoner and was gravely injured by a car bomb planted by South African security forces, exiled, and was finely reunited with his...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Learn about the history of this of importat day and its origin in 1960's South Africa.
C3 Teachers
C3 Teachers: Inquiries: Apartheid
A learning module on how apartheid was ended in South Africa that includes three supporting questions accompanied by formative tasks and source materials, followed by a summative performance task. Topics covered include what apartheid...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Namibia: History
A look at the history of Namibia from the 14th century until its eventual independence in 1994. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background.
BBC
Bbc: South Sudan Country Profile
This profile of South Sudan includes information on the history, culture, media, and leaders of the country. In addition, it provides a detailed timeline of the country's development and links to related articles.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: South African Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of South African Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)