📅 18–20 June 2025
📍 Sol Plaatje University, Kimberley
Sol Plaatje University will host the Historical Association of South Africa (HASA) Conference 2025, welcoming historians, researchers, lecturers, students and heritage professionals from across South Africa and beyond.
The conference theme, "Heritage, History and Historiography – from the Local to the Regional and Continental", reflects the importance of understanding South Africa's diverse history within a broader African context. Delegates can look forward to thought-provoking presentations, academic discussions and valuable networking opportunities over three days.
Kimberley is a fitting location for this prestigious conference. As the birthplace of significant chapters in South African history, the city offers delegates the opportunity to experience many of the places and stories that have shaped the nation's past.
Event Details
📅 18–20 June 2025
📍 Sol Plaatje University, Kimberley
🎓 Historical Association of South Africa Conference 2025
📖 Theme: Heritage, History and Historiography – from the Local to the Regional and Continental
📧 Information: hasa2025@spu.ac.za
About the Conference
The Historical Association of South Africa promotes historical research, teaching and public engagement throughout the country. Its annual conference provides an important platform for sharing new research, discussing historical perspectives and strengthening collaboration between scholars and heritage practitioners.
About the Venue
About the Venue
Sol Plaatje University is Kimberley's modern university and an important centre for higher education and research in the Northern Cape.
Visiting Kimberley?
Conference delegates have a unique opportunity to experience one of South Africa's most historic cities. Explore the Big Hole, visit world-class museums, discover Kimberley's rich Anglo-Boer War and diamond mining heritage, and enjoy the city's historic architecture during your stay.
Stay at The Solomon
If you're attending the conference, Solomon Edwardian Guest House offers elegant accommodation in the peaceful suburb of Beaconsfield, just minutes from Sol Plaatje University.
Guests at The Solomon enjoy comfortable rooms, secure parking, complimentary Wi-Fi and genuine Northern Cape hospitality, making it an ideal choice for conference delegates, visiting academics and business travellers.