South Africans celebrate their "Freedom Day" every April 27, when they remember their country's pivotal first democratic election in 1994 that announced the official end of apartheid.

South Africa on Saturday marks Freedom Day – 30 years since the first multiracial elections and the emergence of democracy after 46 years of apartheid. However the country faces a myriad of ...

South Africa's celebrations and remembrances of Nelson Mandela are set against discontent with the governing ANC. South Africa marks 'Freedom Day' 30 years since apartheid ended - Los Angeles Times ...