Day of Freedom

Today marks the day that South Africa had its first democratic elections. The first day that the people of South Africa, both black and white were able to vote, a day that marked the end of apartheid. It seems ironic that Freedom day 2010 has come at a time where the racial tension within South Africa has reached a high point, both with the actions of Julius Malema and the murder of Eugene Terreblanche. The 2010 FIFA world cup is looming closer and closer and despite where the country is headed, it is without a doubt that 16 years ago, today, marked a day that has forever changed the history of South Africa.