Hello there dear Kids Corner readers and welcome to this April edition of your favorite column. Thank you for the many entries received. Although only 3 entries can be selected by our team, each entry was beautifully colored and made our decision very difficult. Keep it up guys! South Africa will celebrate Freedom Day on April 27th, the day that marks the anniversary of the first democratic elections held in South Africa in 1994. These elections ended decades of apartheid rule. Dear children, you are the future leaders of our nation, so remember freedom is not just a concept, but a precious gift. It means respecting and embracing the values of unity, diversity and respect for all and upholding the freedom and rights of every individual, regardless of race or background. You are fortunate to have inherited the legacy of those who have fought for freedom and equality in our country, symbolizing the triumph of hope over despair and unity over division. Wishing you all a wonderful and reflective freedom Day on April 27.
Take care… until next time!!
Competition Rules
- The Editor’s decision is final.
- Prizes will be awarded to the top three entries.
- This competition is open to all children between the age of 5 and 12 years who live in the main distribution area of the LAUDIUM SUN.
- Closing date: Friday, May 8, 2026.
- All entries must be hand delivered at the Laudium Sun office, Jhina Centre, Laudium
reach us not later than the closing date. CBD, or E-mail: info@laudiumsun.co.za or post to P.O Box 786, Pretoria, 0001 to - Only entries cut along the dotted line will be accepted, and must include a recent clear photograph of the entrant.
Congratulations To Our Winners
Below are the three Kids Corner readers who really excelled in our March contest and are our chosen winners! And here we stress chosen winners…as the number of entries we receive each month never ceases to astonish us! It is amazing – and the quality absolutely breathtaking (our judges certainly have their work cut out for them!) We are thrilled! To think that such incredible talent lies in the hands of our young readers! What a great thought, knowing that we can expect only great things from you! We’d say, keep it up, but we just know that’s what you plan on doing in any case, without any prompting from us! Let’s rather say, keep us amazed!
Brain Teaser
Q: I have six colours, but I am not a painting. I was first flown on April 27, 1994, to symbolize a new beginning. I combined the old with the new to represent a l people.
A: The South African Flag.
Did you know?
- Every year on April 27, South Africans celebrate Freedom Day, a national holiday in South Africa.
- The day is in honor of the first elections held in our country, in which South Africans of all races could vote, in April 1994.
- It was the first time in South African history, that all voters were treated as equal citizens, in that first democratic election, held over 3 days… April 26 – 29
- In that election, Nelson Mandela was elected President of South Africa.
- Freedom Day was first celebrated in 1995 and has been celebrated annually on April 27, ever since.
Smile-a-while
- Why did the South African flag go to school?
·To improve its re-public speaking! - What did one ballot box say to the other on April 27th?
·”I feel so free and full of potential!” - Why was the number 1994 so popular?
· It was the year of a new beginning! - What’s it called when french fries hang out?
A ketchup. - Why did the pencil feel free on Freedom Day?
· Because it was allowed to draw its own future! - What is the best part about being a South African kid?
· Getting to shout “Freedom” at the top of your lungs! - Why was there a bug in the computer?
· It was looking for a byte to eat. - What do computers like to eat?
Chips. - Where will you find Friday before Thursday?
· A dictionary.
· I pity the calendar.
· Its days are numbered. - How do you stay warm in any room?
Go to the corner — it’s always 90 degrees.