Streets of our Names - History
We travel through the streets of Louis Trichardt, discovering the history behind the names.
14. The meeting place of opposing ideologies
Explore the captivating history of Rissik Street, named after surveyor Johann Rissik, and delve into the dramatic tale o...
22 December 2016
13. JC Krogh – The maker of peace?
Explore Krogh Street's past: from its namesake, Anglo-Boer War signatory JC Krogh, and his human rights lawyer grandson,...
28 October 2016
12. Tracing the origins of the first Indian traders in the Soutpansberg
Explore the pivotal role of Indian traders in shaping Louis Trichardt's economy, from pioneering businesses in remote ar...
30 September 2016
11. The (secret) story that started with Piet Retief
Explore the surprising link between Voortrekker leader Piet Retief and the Freemasons, revealing how this secret society...
1 August 2016
10. The times were a’changin for a controversial president
MW Pretorius, first president of the ZAR, navigated political turmoil and conflict with the Venda people. Despite the ZA...
20 June 2016
9. Could a future king of the Bavenda have grown up in the house of a ZAR president?
Uncover the hidden history behind Soutpansberg's street names, from a controversial president's legacy to a mysterious p...
23 May 2016