National Heritage Monument

The National Heritage Monument features copper statues depicting historical figures who shaped South Africa, including anti-apartheid activists, Zulu chiefs, and missionaries.

The monument began in 2010 under Dali Tambo's leadership, with the first 55 statues unveiled in 2015 by Minister of Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa.

The collection includes representations of notable figures such as Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, Helen Joseph, and Miriam Makeba, reflecting South Africa's diverse heritage.

Located within Groenkloof Nature Reserve, the monument presents life-sized statues arranged chronologically, starting from resistance leaders of the 1600s to modern times.

The project plans to expand to 500 statues titled 'The Long March to Freedom,' making it one of the largest outdoor statue collections in South Africa.

GPS coordinates: -25.78444,28.19528

Latest update: October 24, 2025 06:28