* No heritage screeners are acceptable.
* Heritage Impact Assessments/studies older than 5 years will NOT be accepted by the APM Committee.

* No heritage screeners are acceptable.
* Heritage Impact Assessments / studies older than 5 years will NOT be accepted by the APM Committee.

Sensitive Sites

South Africa boasts a rich and diverse cultural and natural heritage, and numerous sites throughout the country are recognized for their historical, cultural, and ecological significance.

Sensitive Sites

Site Name Site Type Archive Status Province District DeclarationType Status
Cuthbert's Building, 110 Oxford Street, East London Building National monument Eastern Cape OR Tambo Provincial Heritage Site Approved
Old Public Library, Argyle Street, East London Burial Grounds and Graves National monument Eastern Cape Sarah Baartman Provincial Heritage Site Approved
Ann Bryant Art Gallery, St Lukes Road, East London Building National monument Eastern Cape OR Tambo Provincial Heritage Site Approved
Old Standard Bank Building, 64 Terminus Street, East London Agricultural National monument Eastern Cape Chris Hani Provincial Heritage Site Approved
Wool Exchange Building, Rhodes University, 50 Church Street, East London Agricultural National monument Eastern Cape Chris Hani Provincial Heritage Site Approved
Red House, Red House Avenue, East London Graves National monument Eastern Cape Nelson Mandela Bay Provincial Heritage Site Rejected
Hood Point Lighthouse, East London Agricultural National monument Eastern Cape Joe Gqabi Provincial Heritage Site Approved
Cambridge Primary School, Brabant Street, East London Building Register Eastern Cape OR Tambo Heritage Register Approved
Customs and Excise Building, East London Burial Grounds and Graves National monument Eastern Cape Sarah Baartman Provincial Heritage Site Approved
West Bank High School, Hood Street, East London Agricultural Register Eastern Cape Chris Hani Heritage Register Approved

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By preserving its heritage sites, South Africa not only honors its rich history but also ensures that future generations can connect with their roots. This fosters a strong sense of national identity and pride. The ongoing efforts to balance conservation with public access highlight the nation's dedication to sustainable tourism and the philosophy that heritage is a dynamic, living force, deserving of protection and appreciation. With their deep historical significance and breathtaking landscapes, South Africa's heritage sites extend a global invitation to explore the resilience and evolving destiny of a nation that leaves a lasting impression on the world heritage stage.

These are just a few examples, and South Africa is filled with many more heritage sites that reflect the country's complex history, natural beauty, and cultural diversity. Each site contributes to the narrative of South Africa's past and present, making them essential destinations for those interested in exploring the nation's heritage.

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