The Western Cape is seeking to honour the legacy of Nelson Mandela through the development of a heritage tourism route that traces Madiba’s journey in the province.
Alan Winde, Minister of Economic Opportunities, said: “The proposal stemmed from South African Tourism’s mobile app, which is based on the ‘Madiba-inspired tourism attractions’ map.”
The map, which was launched in 2014, encouraged local and international tourists to walk in the ‘footsteps’ of Madiba, and allowed visitors to experience a piece of the Western Cape’s cultural heritage, added Minister Winde.
The proposal is to develop signage for the Madiba route, which will highlight culturally significant sites in the province, such as Robben Island, Pollsmoor Prison, Drakenstein Correctional Services, City Hall and Parliament.
