Research Archives

Research Archives

University of the Witwatersrand

This site includes the two major research archives at the University, namely the Historical Papers Research Archive (HPRA), and the South African History Archive (SAHA). In addition it incorporates our partner institution, the Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Museum & Learning Centre, and the projects AFRAPIX and MEDU. This multi-institutional setup allows for searching across these institution's online finding aids and searchable digital items.


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University of the Witwatersrand English

Supporters hold hands for a rally to celebrate the release of Nelson Mandela. Durban 25 February 1990


University of the Witwatersrand English

A man waving a flag and raising his fist, among a crowd of supporters at the Welcome Home Rally for released ANC leaders, Soccer City, 29 October 1989.


University of the Witwatersrand English

"Dr Ivan Thomas joins with the crowd of 5000 people in singing the national anthem at a meeting in Cape Town City Hall tonight (07/10/85). The meeting was called to …



University of the Witwatersrand English

A trumpeter from the African Jazz Pioneers plays at the rally for released ANC leaders, Soweto, 29 October 1989


University of the Witwatersrand English

A voter being directed by policeman and a government official where to cast his ballot at the "Coloured" election in Johannesburg. The few who voted in the coloured and Indian …


University of the Witwatersrand English

A voter casting his ballot under the watch of a policeman at the "Coloured" election in Johannesburg. The few who voted in the coloured and Indian elections got a lot …


University of the Witwatersrand English

Poster on wall advertising "The King of Soul" Percy Sledge" at the 3 Arts From 3 May-2 June. Percy Sledge - an American entertainer, visits South Africa. despite the cultural …


University of the Witwatersrand English

Two Ngoye Students at hospital bandaged and covered in blood after an altercation with police. KZN


University of the Witwatersrand English

National People's Party (NPP) leader Amichand Rajbansi and supporters at Arena Park, Chatsworth, Kwazulu Natal