Tag: renaming

Sandton Drive renaming to Leila Khaled Drive a political hot topic

The City of Johannesburg is now weighing the diplomatic impact of the…

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The Sandton Drive renaming saga: A lesson in diplomacy and politics

With conflicting party positions and legal hurdles, the future of the proposal…

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Sandton Drive renaming in limbo as parties search for ‘consensus on the matter’

A motion was first proposed in 2018 to rename Sandton Drive after…

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City of Cape Town considers renaming these roads after Tutu and Van de Rheede

The city's naming committee has confirmed that both proposals comply with the…

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Gayton McKenzie sensible on street renaming?

Minister Gayton McKenzie's latest remarks on street renaming show a rare moment…

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Renaming Sandton Drive: A disregard for public input and policy

Sandton Drive is important enough to warrant a public meeting, which was…

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Sandton Drive renaming sparks 5 500 objections from DA and residents on last day of submissions

The DA files over 5,500 objections against renaming Sandton Drive to Leila…

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Renaming Sandton Drive: Who bears the cost?

A city which cannot afford to repair potholes, ensure steady supplies of…

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Patriotic Alliance makes U-turn, calls Sandton Drive renaming ‘divisive’

The renaming of Sandton Drive to Leila Khaled Drive was first proposed…

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