Google apologises for Freedom Day Doodle

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In a flurry of web design-based controversy, Google has removed a Doodle that commemorated South Africa's Freedom Day. Google has also issued its apologies for any offence caused by the design, which contained a symbol that's steeped in significance for many South African people – the Springbok.

For those not in the know, Google regularly marks special days, events and holidays with its homepage tweaks known as Doodles (you can see our favourite Google Doodles right here). These range from simple logo redesigns to all-singing, all-dancing animations that showcase the talents of the web designers over at Google, and usually go down pretty well. But on this occasion, it's the symbols used in the design that may have needed more attention.  

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Georgia Coggan
Editor

Georgia has worked on Creative Bloq since 2018, and has been the site's Editor since 2022. With a specialism in branding and design, Georgia is also Programme Director of CB's award scheme – the Brand Impact Awards. As well as immersing herself with the industry through attending events like Adobe Max and the D&AD Awards and steering the site's content streams, Georgia has an eye on new commercial opportunities and ensuring they reflect the needs and interests of creatives.