Overview
Identifiers
Inventory Number
3325CD46
Site Name
Zola Nqini Statue, Cannon Hill, Kariega
Site Category
Record Administration
Post date
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 - 09:32
Last modified
Thursday, May 2, 2024 - 21:26
Monuments
Monuments & Memorials Recordings
Submitted by sahrisprojectmanager on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 - 09:32.
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Site Recording Admin Comments
Person/Institution Commemorated: Mr Zola Nqini
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Description
The purpose of this is to commemorate the all the freedom fighters that fought during the apartheid era.
Zola Nqini was born and bred in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, both his parents were teachers. He also became a teacher as well after studying at Lovedale College and Fort Hare University. He was one of the pioneers who formed the ANC’s Military Wing, Umkhonto Wesizwe in the early 60s and belonged to the Luthuli detachment. Zola Nqini is an unsung hero who contributed immensely to the liberation struggle until his tragic death in Lesotho where he was appointed by the late OR Tambo as the ANC Chief Representative.
Contains Animal figures?
No
Contains Human figures?
Yes
Construction Materials
Bronze
Marble
Pedestal Material
Cement
Metal
Person/Institution Commemorated
Event Commemorated
Legacy of the unsung Hero Zola Nqini .
Unveiled By
Date Unveiled
Inscriptions
/Zola Nqini Statue. The Zola Nqini Statue is a symbolic representation of all freedom fighters that fought tirelessly against the injust system of Apartheid this statue recognizes their gallant efforts bravery, selflessness and commitment to the liberation of South Africa. We salute, honor and remember all freedom fighters in this region who laid don their lives for a new democratic South Africa. The Executive Mayor Councilor Danny Jordaan Officially Unveiled the Zola Nqini Statue on the 09 December 2015/
Location
Location
Mapping
-33.769217, 25.400497
Eastern Cape
- Nelson Mandela Bay
Directions to Site
It's in the corner between Piet Bosman Street and Dr James Moroka, opposite of Potchefstroom rugby club.
Access details
It is accessible to the public.