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Dear Friends of Constitution Hill,

As #WomensMonth is coming close to an end, the energy and activations at ConHill are still in full swing!

Through these activations and public programs, our focus remains firmly on community upliftment and advancing positive societal values. As a globally recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site and a cornerstone of the Mandela Legacy Route, the spirit of "The Hill" thrives because of your unwavering commitment.

Don’t miss out on the events taking place on site - sign up, purchase and make memories!

 

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!

Bring Your Next Event to The Hill

Did you know you can book Constitution Hill for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE)? Give your guests an experience with real depth by pairing your event 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

Women in the Liberation Struggle: Playing History Forward — A South African History  Retold

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Join us at Constitution Hill for a unique Women’s Month activation: "Women in the Liberation Struggle: Playing History Forward — A South African History Retold."

Presented by South African female author and game developer Khethiwe Zulu, this immersive experience reimagines how we engage with iconic heritage narratives through interactive gameplay.

 

Venue: Constitution Hill, Women’s Jail

Date: Friday, 28 August 2026

Time: From 13:00 – 17:00

Limited Public Seats Available! Secure your spot today:

083 216 2570 | khethiwe@khethiwezulu.com

Zanele Muholi’s Brave Beauties Exhibition: Stories of Identity,  Visibility & Courage

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World-renowned visual activist and photographer Prof. Zanele Muholi presents Brave Beauties: Stories of Identity, Visibility & Courage, launched on  20 August 2026 and will run until 24 September 2026 at Women’s Jail, Constitution Hill, Johannesburg.

Curated by Africa’s most decorated transgender voice, Yaya Mavundla, herself a participant in the Brave Beauties series. Brave Beauties is an ongoing and empowering photographic essay by acclaimed South African visual activist Prof. Sir Zanele Muholi, documenting and celebrating transgender women and gender-nonconforming individuals in South Africa since 2014. The exhibition marks a historic moment: for the first time, the project is presented as a dedicated solo exhibition, allowing Muholi’s powerful visual archive of Black LGBTQIA+ lives to be experienced.

Contact maiexhibitions@gmail.com for more information or get in touch with our team at the Visitor’s Centre – 011 381 3100 | info@conhill.org.za to get access.

ConCourt Arts & Justice Tour

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Don’t miss out on the Arts & Justice public tour for #WomensMonth, under the theme Women, Gender and Justice: Feminist and Women-Led Resistance. You will get to explore how artworks within the Constitutional Court Art Collection engage questions of justice, rights, and belonging.

 

📅 29 August 2026

🕘 09:30 - 10:30

📍 Constitutional Court, Constitution Hill, Johannesburg

To reserve your spot, email: ccac.concourttrust.org.za

ConHill Creative Hub at Contra.Joburg 2026

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Make sure you have your Contra.Joburg 2026 tickets and explore ConHill’s exciting Creative Uprising Hub. Don’t miss the chance to meet the artists, the organisations and the people behind these amazing brands, when you visit us on 29 August 2026. Grab your tickets for Contra.Joburg today: 

Link: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/380279-contrajoburg-2026/#/

THE HILL HIGHLIGHTS

Constitutional  Literacy Educators Workshop

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We recently had the absolute pleasure of hosting a Constitutional Literacy Educators Workshop at Constitution Hill, welcoming passionate educators from the Gauteng West District in partnership with We The People SA.

This "Train the Trainer" initiative is designed to equip teachers with essential tools, resources, and insights into our Constitutional and Human Rights—empowering them to bring these critical values into the classroom every single day.

A massive thank you to our incredible team and  partners for facilitating such impactful sessions for the guardians of our  future leaders!

EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHT: Brave Beauties at the Women's Jail

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On 20 August, Constitution Hill proudly hosted the official opening of world-renowned visual activist and photographer Prof. Zanele Muholi’s powerful new exhibition, Brave Beauties: Stories of Identity, Visibility & Courage.

Curated by celebrated activist Yaya Mavundla—who also features as a participant in the series—this moving body of work offers an intimate lens into the lives of transgender women. Through striking visual storytelling, the showcase celebrates resilience, authentic self-expression, and the ongoing fight for visibility.

Set against the historic backdrop of the Women’s Jail, Brave Beauties creates a vital dialogue around human rights, dignity, and gender identity.

Visit the Exhibition

  • Venue: Women’s Jail, Constitution Hill
  • Plan Your Visit: Open daily to the public.

 

Contact maiexhibitions@gmail.com for more information or get in touch with our team at the Visitor’s Centre – 011 381 3100 | info@conhill.org.za to get access.

Strategic Reflection: Shaping the Future of ConHill

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Constitution Hill, in partnership with the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA), recently hosted a staff Town Hall to bring the entire ConHill team together for strategic reflections, future planning, and collaborative dialogue.

The session focused on identifying our challenges, refining our operational goals, and exploring innovative ways to continuously enhance our visitor offerings, client experiences, and workplace culture.

As we look ahead, these valuable reflections directly inform how we welcome, educate, and engage every person who walks through our doors—ensuring Constitution Hill remains an inclusive, high-impact destination for all.

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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
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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

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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

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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 

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