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Celebrating Africa Month

28 May 2026 | Words Chanel Blom. Photos Lerato Maduna.

In celebration of Africa Month, the spirit of Africa echoed across campus, as the vibrant Roscommon Choir marched through the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) plaza, filling the air with song, unity and celebration. Draped in the colours and flags of diverse African nations, students proudly represented the continent’s rich cultures, while sharing music that brought everyone together.

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