ANCHORING HISTORY: The cycles of time and the turning wheels of our story
By Cathay Yenana:
As the month of June approaches, a month brimming with historical significance and cultural celebrations, it’s important to highlight the intersecting narratives that shape our understanding of freedom, legacy, and cultural identity.
The June 16 Uprising in South Africa, Juneteenth, and the global events of 1976 form a tapestry of resistance, liberation, and cultural resilience that echoes across borders and generations. To understand these poignant moments, we must consider the broader context of a world grappling with upheaval and change, including how these specific instances reflect collective struggles for dignity and freedom.
The year 1976 was a turbulent one worldwide. The Cold War intensified, and Soviet and Western influences clashed acro...