After the new government was installed in April 1994, many new public holidays and festivals were introduced to commemorate the struggle for liberation from apartheid. Amongst these were Freedom Day and Women's Day. Many old traditions remain, as well. The coloured community in Cape Town continues to have a carnival parade each New Year's Day.

There is no discrimination against minority religions and races. Portuguese, Italian, Greek, Chinese, Hindu, Jewish and Muslim communities coexist and celebrate their own religious festivals. The Dutch Reformed Church represents the largest religious community in South Africa with mainly white, but also black and coloured members.

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