#HeritageDay is much more than a day off from work or school
It it a powerful reminder that our strength lies in our differences
By celebrating where we come from , South Africa build a shared and united future together
People celebrate #HeritageDay in vibrant and personal ways
Many wear traditional clothing that reflects their specific ancestral background
Food also plays major role in the celebration
Heritage Day is widely associated with the national tradition of the braai
The Inkatha Freedom Party objected , leading to a compromise where September 24th became #HeritageDay so cultural background could be celebrated together