Krotoa, a symbol of healing for a dehumanised nation

The legacy of Krotoa – Mother of the Nation – was told as a story of hope through cultural activities such as a play, poetry, music, dialogue and exhibitions in commemoration of the 350th year of her death at the weekend.Activities included visits to three significant Krotoa-related sites – Robben Island, where she was banished, lived with her husband and ultimately died, the Castle of Good Hope where she was initially buried, and Die Groote Kerk, her final place of rest.The chairperson of the Western Cape First Nations Collective and leader of the Gorinhaiqua Cultural Council, Garu…