Braai Day, noun phrase
- Forms:
- Also with small initials.
- Origin:
- EnglishShow more Shortened form of braaivleis, see braai + general English day.
An informal name for Heritage Day, celebrated on the 24th of September. Also attributive. See also Shaka Day.
- Note:
- The term Braai Day originated in 2005 from the Braai4Heritage campaign initiated by Jan Scannell, otherwise known as Jan Braai, with the stated aim of encouraging national unity across cultural lines. The idea was supported by Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu who, in 2007, was made the national spokesperson for Braai Day. Initially criticized by the National Heritage Council of South Africa for seeming to trivialize Heritage Day, the initiative subsequently received the Council’s endorsement.
2007 D.M. Tutu in mg.co.za 20 Sept.This National Braai Day initiative reflects the spirit of South Africans and embodies the unique methods we employ as a nation to promote democracy, patriotism and national pride.
2025 donkeylongtong.co.za 29 Aug.Heritage Day, or as many call it, National Braai Day, is on 24 September. You know what that means: fires, meat, and most importantly...tongs!
An informal name for Heritage Day, celebrated on the 24th of September. Also attributive.
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