Ban on rainbow colours disturbing

In 1912 when the ANC was formed it adopted green, gold and black as its official colours.

The latter represents the many African people who fought for our freedom, while the green is a symbol of land, a resource natives of Southern Africa were removed from. Lastly gold, a colour that looks at the mineral resources of the country and how it had only benefited minorities in power.

The same can be said for the purpose behind the tricolor of France. The red, white and blue flag was a moniker for those who stood up against their monarchy, effectively changing France forever. The red ribbon has become a symbol of support and awareness for people living with HIV/Aids. The red beret is easily associated with the EFF to some South Africans.

Uniforms and accessories have always had a powerful meaning for different cultural groups and organisations.

What we wear always holds a symbolic meaning for what we believe in, whether it is political, a hobby or part of taking a stance.

We even find this same approach among older people