CAPE TOWN: They Erased a Vibrant Neighbourhood

In this powerful episode of The Radio Vagabond , we explore one of Cape Town's most poignant landmarks: District Six. I begin by chatting with Uber drivers – immigrants from Rwanda, Congo and Malawi – who share what life is really like in the city today. Their stories highlight Cape Town's beauty and its socio-economic challenges, setting a compelling backdrop for what follows. Then we step into the District Six Museum, where history comes alive through photos, maps and personal testimonies. Once a lively, multi‑ethnic neighbourhood of tens of thousands, it was declared a whites‑only area in February 1966. Forced removals displaced over 60,000 residents over the next decade – families torn apart and community destroyed. Today, most of the land remains vacant – a stark reminder of apartheid's legacy. We hear from former inhabitants who recount heartbreaking stories of resistance, loss and survival. This episode is a journey through memory, resilience and the enduring spirit of community amid injustice. See pictures and read more on This Flashback Friday episode was first released on March 9, 2020.

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CAPE TOWN: They Erased a Vibrant Neighbourhood is an episode from Radiovagabond | Inspiration til at rejse jorden rundt by Palle Bo.

This episode is 30:27 long.

This episode was published on Aug 1, 2025.

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