Rock Art Research Institute
The Institute seeks to develop understandings of Africa's rock arts in terms of authentic beliefs, customs, rituals and life-ways. Includes: archive, research, courses, publications, staff, and links.
Archaeological Resource Development Project (ARDP)
ARDP promotes public awareness and education, and the preservation of South Africa's archaeological heritage. Includes: mandate, personnel, active projects, and contact information.
National Museum Department of Archaeology
Department aims to conduct scientific investigations of the lifestyles and customs of the early inhabitants of the Free State Province, South Africa.
Florisbad Quaternary Research Department of the National Museum
To conduct interdisciplinary palaeo-environmental research, primarily in the central region of southern Africa. Includes, research, publications, and contact information.
Rock Art Department of the National Museum
The mission is to locate, record, interpret and manage the diverse rock engraving and rock painting traditions of southern Africa, thereby promoting the re-construction and development of southern African history. Includes: information, staff, collections, research, publications, and contact information.
Sterkfontein Caves
One of the world's most productive and important palaeoanthropological sites.
Major Hominid Find in Southern Africa
From the BBC, the oldest known hominid fossils yet found in southern Africa are uncovered at the Sterkfontein Caves.
Wesley Cracks Ancient Quest
From the Edinburgh Evening News, amateur archaeologist has discovered a clutch of rare and ancient ostrich eggs.
Public Must Decide Fate of 300-year-old Remains
From IOL, development of an office and retail site in Prestwich Street, Green Point, has come to a halt to allow archaeologists to dig up what are believed to be about 1 000 skeletons at an informal, 300-year-old cemetery.
South Africa Archaeology
News on excavations in South Africa seen from the viewpoint of images and commentary.
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