Photograph Collection
The Alan Paton Centre holds a collection of photographs related to Alan Paton’s life and career, his family and friends, as well as his participation
Children in Distress (CINDI)
“It is estimated that there are 8000 – 10000 orphans in the Pietermaritzburg municipal area, and in anticipation of this scenario, the Children in Distress
Nomkhubulwane
The goddess, the festival and virginity testingNomkhubulwane is the goddess of rain, nature and fertility. A festival in honour of the goddess was held annually
Peace and Reconciliation
Peace and reconciliation initiatives Due to the state of political unrest and social upheaval in South Africa, and in KwaZulu-Natal in particular, various groups have
Natal Society Special Collections
The Alan Paton Centre houses, on permanent loan, the Special Collections of the Natal Society. The Natal Society was founded in Pietermaritzburg on 9 May
Oral History Project
Recording the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa This Oral History Project (OHP) was carried out by the Alan Paton Centre (APC) from 1995 – 1998. The
