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The Journey and Victory of Philippi and Nyanga’s Resettlement

by Michael Jameson
December 11, 2023

Almost 900 families in Philippi and Nyanga, South Africa, are undergoing a significant relocation effort due to their proximity to the railway tracks of the Central Line. The move has faced setbacks and delays, with only ten out of 891 huts moved as of last Thursday afternoon, and families continue to struggle with the absence of basic necessities, such as toilets and running water. The new location is also close to the respected Somagwaza Institute, causing concern over the conflict between tradition and social progression. The future remains uncertain, but families are navigating this transition with tenacity and optimism amid hardship.

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Cape Town’s Cultural Conflict: PRASA’s Relocation Plan Meets Resistance from Traditional Authorities

by Kagiso Petersen
October 3, 2023

PRASA’s plan to relocate 900 households along a section of the railway line in Cape Town has met resistance from traditional authorities. The proposed relocation site near the Stock Road train station in Philippi East conflicts with traditional circumcision rituals that take place on the land during the months of June and December. The Somagwaza Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving traditional Xhosa culture, has taken a firm stance against the plan and is actively opposing it. The future of the Metrorail Central Line remains uncertain as the conflict continues.

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