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Dear Friends of Constitution Hill,
As we wrap up #MandelaMonth on a high note, we’re looking back on an unforgettable July! From welcoming international visitors to stepping out together during #702WalkTheTalk, our precinct was alive with the spirit of active citizenship and community upliftment.
As a cornerstone of the Mandela Legacy Route, our focus remains firmly on driving positive societal change. Thank you for your continued support—it directly empowers us to preserve our liberation history and deliver meaningful community programming.
| Commemorating the 70th Year Anniversary of the 1956 Women's March |
As we turn our focus toward Women’s Month, we look forward to welcoming you back for an empowering line-up of public programs and events. Sign up, show up, and commemorate this new month with us!
Through every activation and program, our core mission remains unchanged: community upliftment and the advancement of positive societal values. As a globally recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate and a cornerstone of the Mandela Legacy Route, the spirit of "The Hill" thrives because of your unwavering commitment.
Your support empowers us to preserve our liberation history and deliver deeply impactful programming that drives real change. Thank you for walking this journey with us—let’s keep the momentum going!
Book Your Next Event at ConHill
Did you know you can host your next Meeting, Incentive, Conference, or Event (MICE) at Constitution Hill? Give your guests an unforgettable experience by pairing your function with a world-class guided tour.
From infrastructure and logistics to bespoke catering, we provide a complete one-stop-shop for:
- Corporate & Event Bookings (Conferences, launches, strategic meetings)
- School & Educational Tours (Inspiring future generations of activists)
- Film & Location Shoots (Where iconic architecture meets historical depth)
None of this would be possible without our dedicated team working tirelessly behind the scenes and your ongoing presence on-site. Be sure to follow our social media platforms as we roll out our Women’s Month schedule and interactive programs!
With gratitude,
The Constitution Hill Team
📧 info@conhill.org.za | 📞 011 381 3100
🌐 www.constitutionhill.org.za
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HAPPENING AT CONHILL
ConHill Free for All Tours: Women’s Month
On August 9, 1956, about 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria, South Africa, to protest apartheid pass laws. The historic protest was led by Lilian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Rahima Moosa, and Sophia Williams-De Bruyn – In Poster (Other participants included Frances Baard, a statue of whom was unveiled by Northern Cape Premier Hazel Jenkins in Kimberley (Frances Baard District Municipality) on National Women's Day 2009).
Women of all races gathered to deliver petitions containing over 100,000 signatures against laws forcing black women to carry identity passes.
The women left 14,000 petitions at the office doors of prime minister J. G. Strijdom. The women stood silently for 30 minutes and then started singing a protest song that was composed in honour of the occasion: Wathint'Abafazi Wathint'imbokodo! (Now you have touched the women, you have struck a rock). In the years since, the phrase (or its latest incarnation: "you strike a woman, you strike a rock") has come to represent women's courage and strength in South Africa.
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Honour the fearless women who shaped our history.
This Women’s Day, 9 August 2026, Constitution Hill invites you and your loved ones to join us for FREE guided tours as we commemorate the start of Women’s Month.
Walk through history and explore the powerful, known, and untold stories of the brave women who fought tirelessly for justice, equality, and human rights.
Admission is FREE, but space is limited!
Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable day of reflection and active commemoration.
Claim your free tickets now!
https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/performance.aspx?itemid=1599557236
ConHill’s Creative Uprising takes part in Contra.Joburg 2026
Contra.Joburg returns to the inner city—and Constitution Hill is part of the movement!
Mark your calendars! On 29 & 30 August 2026, Contra.Joburg returns to transform Johannesburg into an expansive, city-wide gallery under the banner "Different is Good."
Across galleries, studios, historic streets, and hidden urban pockets, the festival invites you to rediscover Johannesburg’s vibrant creative spirit.
As part of this year's open studios line-up, Constitution Hill’s Creative Uprising Hub will be hosting visitors on Saturday, 29 August 2026. Come explore our creative spaces and immerse yourself in contemporary South African art.
Images by: Contra.Joburg
Secure your Early Bird tickets today: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/380279-contrajoburg-2026/#/
THE HILL HIGHLIGHTS
Inspiring the next generation through heritage and education.
We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with our incredible Public Programs Manager for Educational Programs, Zwivhuya Ramashia, to dive into the transformative work happening at Constitution Hill.
In this insightful conversation, Zwivhuya shared why education, public engagement, and preserving South Africa’s rich history remain at the core of our mission to build active citizens.
Missed the live conversation?
Don't worry—you can watch the full recording on our live stream catch-up!
Seen On The Hill
Former Justice Edwin Cameron Visits The Hill
#SeenOnTheHill
We had the pleasure of spotting former Justice Edwin Cameron leading a tour with visitors, sharing insights and inspiring curiosity about the living spaces within and around the museum.
It's always a privilege to welcome remarkable leaders to the Hill. Thank you for visiting!
The US Ambassador Tours The Hill
We had the pleasure of hosting the U.S. Ambassador to South Africa, Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III, at Constitution Hill this past week for an immersive tour of the site, including the Constitutional Court!
Our incredible Visitor Expert Guide, Nolubabalo Memese, facilitated our honoured guest’s visit, sharing the lived experiences of liberation heroes and reflecting on why it is so essential for our UNESCO World Heritage Site to remain a "living museum"—a space dedicated to constitutional literacy, activism, and human rights advocacy.
Did you know? The U.S. Mission is proud to support the preservation of this vital history through a key collaboration with the Constitutional Court Trust to conserve 92 historic works of art, along with a subsequent grant to restore the court foyer’s prominent artwork installation, Through the Barrier.
Together, we honour the past as we build a safer, stronger, and more prosperous future!
ConHill X We The People SA Joins #702WalkTheTalk
On 26 July, Constitution Hill partnered with We The People SA to welcome thousands of walkers along the 15km route for this year's #702WalkTheTalk!
Our interactive activations brought constitutional literacy and history to life, creating a memorable pitstop focused on unity, active citizenship, and heritage education.
A sincere thank you to MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa for her invaluable involvement in the planning process, ensuring our activations were a resounding success.
Level up your events at ConHill
Looking for a meeting/conference or events space that’s anything but ordinary? Host your next event at the Hill! Our all-inclusive packages (half-day & full-day) take the stress out of planning so you can focus on the work that matters.
✅ Venue Hire
✅ AV Setup
✅ Professional Support
✅ Weekday & Weekend Availability
Customized packages available! Contact us at 011 381 3170/3134 or info@conhill.org.za to book your tour of our spaces.
011 381 3100 | info@conhill.org.za | www.constitutionhill.org.za
About Constitution Hill
Constitution Hill is a living museum that narrates South Africa's journey to democracy. Once a prison and military fort, it serves as a testament to the country’s turbulent past and is now the home of the Constitutional Court, which upholds the rights of all citizens. Designated as a Nelson Mandela Legacy Site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Constitution Hill stands as a vibrant museum, a creative hub, and a beacon of justice, heritage, and human rights.
What to expect: https://www.constitutionhill.org.za/pages/what-to-expect
EXPLORE OUR TOURS
Book your next Team Building with us!
You can still get out of the office and take your team on an unconventional and impactful team building experience at ConHill! Book a Time Travel Tour! Walking through Constitution Hill with one of our highly qualified guides, offering a sense of what the precinct was like when it was an operational prison. Our Time Travel Tour begins by providing visitors with prisoner uniforms and officially registering them as prisoners. Book online to learn more and secure your unforgettable experience.
Book Today: https://www.webticket.co.za/v2/EventCategories.aspx?itemid=1465748877
