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Constitution Hill (South Africa) As part of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites, ConHill, is a museum & part of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites.
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The site of the notorious Old Fort prison, Number 4 prison, Womens Gaol, & the home of the Constitutional Court of South Africa. Nowhere can the story of South Africa's turbulent past and its extraordinary transition to democracy be told as it is at Constitution Hill. Constitution Hill is a national heritage site situated in the Johannesburg C*D and is home to the Constitutional Court of South Africa– the highest court in the country on constitutional matters. Once a place of injustice and brutality, where South Africa’s leading political activists, including Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi, were detained, the site has been transformed into a place of solidarity and democracy, home to the Women’s Gaol museum, Number Four Museum, and Old Fort Museum. Apart from its engaging and gripping exhibitions, Constitution Hill is also open to the public for guided tours and has become an important platform for Heritage, Education, and Tourism related programmes. The vast variety of programmes hosted at Constitution Hill enable us to embrace current issues, celebrate days of national significance, address matters of public interest and create a forum for public debate. With its rich history and character Constitution Hill boasts of ideal platforms to educate and learn about South Africa's story. ConHill, as it is famously known, also offers a variety of multipurpose venues, suitable for conferencing, performances, a large array of events and for public activities and programmes.

Art-Aid Africa is proud to present the three-month residency program taking place at Studio 12, Transwerke Building, wit...
24/10/2026

Art-Aid Africa is proud to present the three-month residency program taking place at Studio 12, Transwerke Building, within the Creative Uprising Hub at Constitution Hill. Read more on what to expect with the upcoming residency program in the blog. https://www.constitutionhill.org.za/blog/art-aid-africa-artist-in-residence-program-creative-uprising-hub-conhill

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Art-Aid Africa is proud to present the three-month residency program taking place at Studio 12, Transwerke Building, within the Creative Uprising Hub at Constitution Hill. 

Did you know that on this day in 1996, President Nelson Mandela confirmed the historic appointment of Advocate Ismail Ma...
23/10/2026

Did you know that on this day in 1996, President Nelson Mandela confirmed the historic appointment of Advocate Ismail Mahomed as the first Black Supreme Court Judge in South Africa? He was interviewed for the post by Judicial Service Commission, which makes its recommendation to the President, however, Mandela bypassed standard protocol by announcing Mahomed as his preferred candidate before the JSC made its recommendation.

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For 25 years, MambaOnline has been documenting, informing, and connecting South Africa’s LGBTQ+ community.From human rig...
22/10/2026

For 25 years, MambaOnline has been documenting, informing, and connecting South Africa’s LGBTQ+ community.

From human rights struggles and groundbreaking legal developments to Pride and community activism, its journalism has captured the key moments that shaped our history. To mark this incredible milestone, MambaOnline has partnered with the Thami Dish Foundation to present a special month-long exhibition at Constitution Hill, running until 30 October 2026 as part of Africa Pride Month.

Read more on this powerful showcase of heritage and resilience in the blog. https://www.constitutionhill.org.za/blog/mambaonline-25th-anniversary-exhibition-conhill

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Write the Next 25: 25 Years of LGBTQ+ Storytelling

The new exhibition, “Zero is Greater,” features South African artists using sculpture, textiles, photography, fashion, m...
22/10/2026

The new exhibition, “Zero is Greater,” features South African artists using sculpture, textiles, photography, fashion, mixed media and other creative approaches to explore South Africa’s journey with HIV and TB.

Come see the works, hear the stories, imagine future possibilities.

Learn more in the blog: https://www.constitutionhill.org.za/blog/zero-is-greater

Plan and book your visit here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1605454013


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In recognition of Transport Month, the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) recently participated in the SARA Ra...
22/10/2026

In recognition of Transport Month, the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) recently participated in the SARA Rail Conference 2026.

Industry leaders, investors, and policymakers gathered to engage on the future of rail, infrastructure, and connectivity across Africa. Discover why rail reform could be Gauteng’s biggest competitive advantage:

Read more: https://www.globalafricanetwork.com/featured/rail-reform-could-be-gautengs-biggest-competitive-advantage/

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HomeServicesTransportation & LogisticsRail reform could be Gauteng's biggest competitive advantage Rail reform could be Gauteng’s biggest competitive advantage As South Africa reshapes its logistics landscape, Gauteng remains uniquely positioned to leverage these reforms, strengthen its competitiv...

To everyone who’s been asking about vendor stalls for The Village Picnic this Sunday—your time has come! We’re calling o...
21/10/2026

To everyone who’s been asking about vendor stalls for The Village Picnic this Sunday—your time has come!

We’re calling on all local vendors, creatives, and small business owners to join us as we collaborate with and Constitution Hill for an unforgettable afternoon.

📍 Venue: Constitution Hill, Johannesburg
📅 Date: Sunday, 25 October 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 – 20:00

Spaces and time are strictly limited!

Don’t miss out—click the link in our bio to apply for your stall before Thursday, 22 October 2026.

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Voting gives you an opportunity to be part of decision-making that affects your life and the future of our country. If y...
20/10/2026

Voting gives you an opportunity to be part of decision-making that affects your life and the future of our country. If you don't vote, others will make the decisions for you.
Let’s be active citizens and be part of the change we want to see by taking a stand and voting on the 4th of November 2026. Here are top reasons why you should vote!

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+ICONS – Former Justice Edwin Cameron Former Justice Edwin Cameron is a retired judge who served at the Constitutional...
20/10/2026

+ICONS – Former Justice Edwin Cameron

Former Justice Edwin Cameron is a retired judge who served at the Constitutional Court of South Africa (Right by Constitution Hill). He is renowned for his activism in HIV/AIDS awareness and gay rights, earning recognition from Nelson Mandela as "one of South Africa's new heroes."

Did you know that Justice Cameron has been openly gay since the early 1980s? He addressed the crowd at South Africa's first Pride parade in Johannesburg on October 13, 1990. Justice Cameron was instrumental in overseeing the gay and le***an movement's submissions to the drafters of the South African Constitution, securing a prohibition on discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Additionally, he was a founding member of the Society for Homosexuals on Campus at the University of the Witwatersrand, which later became known as Activate Wits.

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20/10/2026

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Throughout October, Constitution Hill is hosting a diverse array of programs aligned with Pride Month, Mental Health Awa...
19/10/2026

Throughout October, Constitution Hill is hosting a diverse array of programs aligned with Pride Month, Mental Health Awareness, and Transport Month. Designed to foster community connection, creative engagement, and thoughtful reflection, these initiatives reflect our ongoing commitment to active citizenship and historical memory.

Read our latest blog post to explore recent precinct highlights, partner features, and upcoming event schedules for the rest of the month:

🔗 Read the full update here: https://www.constitutionhill.org.za/blog/the-conhill-catch-up-2-2-2-3

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Our mission remains firmly rooted in community upliftment, historic preservation, and advancing positive societal values.

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11 Kotze Street, Braamfontein
Johannesburg
2001

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 16:00
Saturday 09:00 - 23:00
Sunday 09:00 - 17:00

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+27113813100

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