Sharpeville Memorialbi — Attraction in Emfuleni Local Municipality

History and Heritage of Sharpeville well preserved for future generations to heal from the atrocities of past Apartheid South Africa. To never forget the 1960 Sharpeville massacre. To never forget that the tree from which we enjoy the shade of freedom was nourished by the blood that has been shed... Viva Kalusha Mahlangu... People's protest against Pass Laws enslaving SA Black Majority meted with utmost vicious malitary force. 64 people mowed down with a Saracen Tank by Apartheid SA military and security forces... Never and...

The Sharpeville Memorial buildings is a big reminder of a turning piont in South African History which should be looked after and be available for all to see and hear about the sacrifices and determination of people wanting to live free as one in this new South Africa. Observation made. Not one security personnel was noted throughout our walk. Thar said it all. The community looks after the whole building. Which was found to be clean and very well looked after. Well done...

I went on a Sunday, so the place was closed, so I didn't get to see inside. I give it 5 stars because I am proud such a place exists. They just need to take care of it and open on weekends and public holidays as these are the days local tourists are most likely to have to...