H-SAfrica is an electronic discussion group dedicated to the promotion of all aspects of South African history. H-SAfrica can be described as a cross between an academic journal and a friendly academic newspaper that is delivered to your electronic mailbox on an almost daily basis. It will provide all sorts of useful information, like international job adverts, book reviews, conference...

Over the past few years, more and more national governments have aggressively sought to establish a highly visible presence on the Internet. South Africa's official government site combines pertinent information about elected officials with important documents and general information about the country. From the homepage, visitors can learn about the current president, Mr. Thabo Mbeki, and browse...

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, chairman of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), presented the long-awaited 3,500 page report to President Mandela, on October 29, 1998.. The TRC was established in 1995 to investigate human rights violations committed by all sides during the apartheid era. After two-and-a-half years and the testimony of over 21,000 victims, the TRC has produced a...