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EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 10 MIN

Soweto Uprising at 50: How place names keep history alive

from Kaya 959 · host Phemelo Motene

As South Africa marks 50 years since the Soweto Uprising, attention is turning to how the country remembers its liberation history beyond annual commemorations. From streets and schools to monuments and public spaces, geographical names play a powerful role in preserving the stories of those who shaped the struggle for freedom. Refiloe Mpakanyane explores the link between youth, identity and public memory with Gauteng Geographical Names Committee Advocacy Subcommittee Chairperson, Lorraine Shabangu. Kayafm

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