#South Africa
South Africa: Lunar year of the Dog
Designed by Annemarie Wessels the miniature sheet features an airport scene with working dogs: the border collie, labrador and spaniel. People born in the Year of the Dog are believed to possess the best traits of human nature. They are seen as having a deep sense of loyalty, honesty and inspire other people's confidence because they know how to keep secrets. They can sometimes come across as bein
Shaping the Energy Future
The South African Post Office issued stamps featuring renewable energy sources on 26 September 2005. A special canceller and a commemorative envelope were also issued. Sulet Schulze made these designs as one of her projects while studying Graphic Design at the University of the North-West. By choosing renewable energy as a theme, she wanted to create more awareness of the fact that South Africa, i
Small Indigenous Animals (JUNASS 2005)
"We live in a country that is well known for its wildlife diversity. Examples of these are the big five, the various antelope species as well as bird and marine life. One area of our wildlife diversity that is often overlooked, is the small indigenous mammal. To create awareness of the beauty and importance of these animals in our ecology, the South African Post Office issued a set of six stamps o
South Africa: Centenary of Rotary
The role that Rotary fulfils worldwide is now showcased on South African stamps. The set of two stamps that was issued by the South African Post Office will help in creating awareness about Rotary. Designed by Philatelic Services' artist, Joe Hlongwane, the first stamp features the role played by Rotary in helping youth through education and employment. The second stamp shows the 2005 Rotary's the
South Africa: Lunar Year of the Rooster
According to the Chinese Lunar Calendar, the year 2005 is the Year of the Rooster. The special Year of the Rooster miniature sheet reflecting a R12,05 value was issued on 9 February 2005. A special commemorative envelope was also issued. These products were designed by Denis Murphy. The rooster is featured standing on a torse, a device used in Heraldry which supports the top figure in the Coat of
Lunar year of the Monkey
The South African Post Office issued a miniature sheet on 27 February 2004 to celebrate the Chinese Lunar Year of the Monkey. The miniature sheet is the 6th to be issued depicting a Chinese Zodiac Sign. The series began with the year of the Tiger issued in 1998 and we have since then seen the Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse and now the Monkey. According to the Chinese Lunar Year, the Year of the Monk
