South African town divided over renaming after Robert Sobukwe

Mar 18, 2026 - 18:00
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South African town divided over renaming after Robert Sobukwe
The nearly 250-year-old town, known for its Cape Dutch architecture and tourism appeal, is among more than 1,500 places renamed since the end of apartheid to shed colonial-era legacies. But here, the change has sparked protests, petitions and concern over its real impact on everyday lives.