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By Harold Lekhuleni: A close-up shot of the realistic flag of South Africa with interesting textures Language is a medium through which ideas and thoughts are created. We express our views and opinions through our languages. Since September is our Heritage Month, we need to dedicate and recommit ourselves, especially as Africans, in developing our home languages. The decolonisation of the mind will not have been achieved until Africans learn through the medium of their language, even up to the institution of higher learning. Already, the South African Constitution recognizes our home languages and urges the state to take practical and positive measures to elevate their status and also to advance their usage. It is unfortunate that the perception held by many South A...

By Cathay Yenana – Media Specialist /Broadcaster/Business Owner We live in an era defined by rapid globalization and technological advancement, and the preservation of cultural heritage, particularly through music, has become a vital discourse surrounding identity in modernity. Music serves as both a reflection of cultural identity and a means of connection across generations. So, as we delve into the complexities of modern life, it is essential to recognize how music acts as a bridge between our past, present, and future. The relationship between music and cultural heritage is profound. As renowned ethnomusicologist Alan Lomax asserted, “The music of a people is the most intimate expression of their identity.” This idea speaks to the heart of why music preservation matte...

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OUR PRIDE: We need to take pride in our home languages

ECHOES OF OUR PAST: Cultural and music preservation in modernity