Tragedy and large-scale loss of life often dominate headlines, and news organisations recognise the importance of covering these events thoroughly, yet with understanding and empathy.
Over the past 75 years, SABC News has been both witness to and messenger of numerous tragedies and massacres -documenting their impact and how they shaped the country's history.
In this reflection, our reporter in East London, Lubabalo Dada, revisits two significant events that took place in the region, 30 years apart: the Bhisho massacre in 1992 and the Enyobeni tavern tragedy in 2022.
The transition to democracy in South Africa was marked by deep political tension. Many died during this time.
On the 7th of September 1992, 28 protesters and one Ciskei Defence Force soldier died when members of the CDF opened fire on thousands of people who were marching to Bhisho to demand that the Ciskei become part of South Africa.