From East London to KuGompo: Why 21 Towns in Eastern Cape & KZN Got New Names 🌍 Why the Name Changes? - Transformation & Heritage: The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture says renaming promotes social cohesion and recognizes diverse heritage. - Decolonization: Many names were linked to colonial or apartheid histories; new names celebrate indigenous languages and liberation icons. - Consultation Process: The South African Geographical Names Council (SAGNC) recommended the changes, though critics argue consultation was limited. 📍 Eastern Cape Name Changes - East London → KuGompo City (Xhosa name for Buffalo River estuary) - Graaff-Reinet → Robert Sobukwe Town (honoring PAC leader Robert Sobukwe) - Additional Eastern Cape towns are included in the 21 approvals, with names reflecting indigenous heritage and liberation history (awaiting gazetting for full list). 📍 KwaZulu-Natal Name Changes - Sev...
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