Tshego Selebi, Tetlano Nkwanya, Samu Katiza and Sefura Kganyago
The children and teachers from Future Nation School in Lyndhurst dressed up and celebrated their heritage for Africa Day on 25 May.
The day saw all dress up in traditional garb that expressed their particular identity. The school also held a special assembly hosted by youngsters Lungi Baloyi and Samelese Gagilanga on 24 May, who shared various aspects of the importance of African identity.
The staff and schoolchildren of Future Nation School in Lyndhurst.
Baloyi said, “The assembly gave us a chance to celebrate Africa because all the students here come from a lot of different places.” He added that their multicultural environment gave them an opportunity to learn about others, rather than just South Africa.
Kamagelo Maruma and Njabulo Sikhakhane are all smiles.
“We have children with a Zulu and Tswana heritage but also others with roots in Gabon and Trinidad. So that’s an important thing to learn about,” said Baloyi.
Lungi Baloyi and Chetan Perry celebrate Africa Day.
The assembly also saw students from the primary school classes giving traditional performances.
Spokesperson and head mathematics teacher, Tumelo Malakane said that the student-led assembly was a great event where they could show their interest around Africa Day which helped broaden their minds.
Alcynda Moina, Lebone Kganyago and Yolokazi Khambule.
Malekane added that the day was a good opportunity for the youngsters, not only to share their different understandings of being African but also to learn from their peers and celebrate each other’s vibrant cultures.
“I think all our students have learned a lot from each other, which is what the school environment should allow,” he concluded.
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