A day in the life at the University of Pretoria. 09 July 1973

On this "Day in the life of the University of Pretoria" the Theological Student society orchestra performed in Umtali, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe).

Perdeby 10 August 1973 © UP Archives

Umtali invited the students to play during the aloe festival in the city. Eight orchestra members performed on the day. The article, featured above, explained that the students performed on the back of a bakkie with their piano. The group sang traditional songs and joined in the local festivities.

The UPA preserves the history of the University of Pretoria. We have an extensive photo collection and earlier copies of the senate, council and faculty minutes. The UPA also has an extensive clipping collection. Please contact us on [email protected]  to share your memories of Tukkies or access our collection virtually.