It is universally accepted that Africa is the birthplace of our human species.

This is the place where our collective umbilical cord lies buried – in the soil of this great continent. Nowhere else on Earth does there exist such definitive and conclusive proof of our common origin as a species, and thus of our common destiny. Africa is home.

Maropeng – the official visitor centre of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site – is celebrating our human connection to Mother Africa, our home, with a competition in which you can win fantastic prizes.

Shoot a 60-second video of yourself, telling us why Africa is home to you, post it on your social media channels and tag us on the Maropeng – Cradle of Humankind Facebook page, using the hashtag #AfricaisHome.

Check out the video below to see what we mean:

Eight finalists will receive an all-expenses-paid, unique experience in Gauteng’s only World Heritage Site – the Cradle of Humankind.

And one lucky finalist will walk away with the grand prize, valued at R30 000!

The prize comprises two luxury weekend stays for two, at Askari Lodge and the Maropeng Boutique Hotel; a safari drive; combined tour experiences; luxury spa treatments from Just Haven Spa; beverage hampers from the Black Horse Brewery and Groot Constantia Estate; and a luxurious evening of wining and dining at the Carnivore Restaurant, at the renowned Misty Hills Country Hotel.

The Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site – do a whole lot of living where life began!

Competition closes on 15 July 2017.
Entries that are considered graphic and/or socially irresponsible will be disqualified.
This prize does not include flights or transfers.
Finalists must be available on 23 July 2017.
Terms and conditions apply.