Mayibuye Centre - Bellville, Cape Town
Mayibuye Centre - Bellville, Cape Town
The Mayibuye Centre located at the University of the Western Cape in Bellville, Cape Town, is a significant repository of South Africa’s liberation struggle history and cultural heritage. Established in the early 1990s, the center plays an essential role in preserving, documenting, and making accessible the rich heritage and documentation of the anti-apartheid movement.
The Mayibuye Centre originally began as a specialized archive dedicated to collecting and preserving materials related to the history of apartheid, the resistance movement, and the broader South African liberation struggle. It was named after "Mayibuye iAfrika" ("Africa shall return"), a slogan synonymous with resistance to colonialism and apartheid. Today, the center’s holdings include photographs, posters, manuscripts, oral histories, art, and artifacts documenting various aspects of the struggle, including key leaders, events, and organizations that were pivotal in ending apartheid. The archive is particularly valued for its collection of rare and unique materials, such as letters, video footage, and campaign memorabilia from organizations like the African National Congress (ANC).
The center serves as a research, educational, and cultural resource for scholars, students, and the public. In addition to its archive, it also hosts exhibitions, seminars, and workshops aimed at preserving and reflecting on the country’s history. As a custodian of vital elements of South Africa’s memory and heritage, the Mayibuye Centre supports initiatives to foster reconciliation and understanding of the nation’s journey.
Contact details for the Mayibuye Centre:
Address: Mayibuye Centre, University of the Western Cape, Robert Sobukwe Road, Bellville, Cape Town, South Africa
Phone: +27 (0)21 959 2911
Email: see website
Website: https://www.uwc.ac.za (search under Mayibuye Centre for more specific details).
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