provincial and national funerals. The flag drapes the casket or coffin of the deceased to honour the memory of his/her service to the country. The South African flag, which many fought for ...

As South Africa marks Africa Day on Sunday, the National Council of Provinces believes the country has come a long way.

In addition a new South African flag, in every respect co-equal with the Union Jack, was decided upon. ( The new national flag consists of three broad horizontal stripes of orange, white & blue.