See also: 1857 in South Africa, other events of 1858, 1859 in South Africa and the Timeline of South African history. See also: 1856 in South Africa, other events of 1857, 1858 in South Africa and the Timeline of South African history. ... 1858 is a common year starting on Friday. ...

Events

• War breaks out between the Orange Free State and the Basotho tribe

Flag of the Orange Free State The Orange Free State (Afrikaans: Oranje Vrystaat) was the historical precursor to the present day Free State province of the Republic of South Africa. ... The Basotho (Sotho-speaking people) have lived in southern Africa since around the 15th century. ...

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