Heritage dayThank you South Africa!

24 September 2010 at 09:00

Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban, KwaZulu Natal

Celebrating 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup

Successes: Our Heritage

President Jacob Zuma will speak at the eventCultural Programme

NATIONAL HERITAGE DAY CELEBRATIONS

On 24 September 2010, South Africa celebrates national Heritage Day to celebrate and highlight our cultural and diverse heritage, which contributes to building our nation. During the 2010 Heritage Month, government will celebrate the success of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ as part of South Africa’s heritage. The theme for this year is Celebrating 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup Successes: Our Heritage”. The national celebrations will take place at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

The successful hosting of the World Cup was made possible through the collective participation and contribution of all South Africans, which has resulted in benefits beyond the tournament. We celebrate the contribution of all South Africans during the 2010 World Cup to the building of the country, from the physical infrastructure to the inspirational cohesiveness that united all of us. It is through the hard work and dedication of every South African that we were able to host a successful tournament. The success of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ is now part of our legacy and national heritage, which all South Africans can be proud of. The 2010 FIFA World Cup™ will always be a source of inspiration, hope and strength to our country. It is necessary to keep a record of our success for current and future generations.

South Africa’s national heritage is enriched by the hosting of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. We have a new way of doing business, which has become part of the collective determination of all South Africans. The tournament has provided a solid foundation for excellence and distinction in the execution of our tasks, which must be galvanised in the implementation of all programmes. We realise the possibilities of what can be achieved when we work together. Our World Cup investment has transformed the way all South Africans access economic opportunities and interact with one another. Celebrating Football Fridays and the Fly the Flag for Football Campaign has helped build national pride among many South Africans. All South Africans are called on to continue working hard to cement the principles of pride and patriotism. Enjoy Heritage Day!

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