Goodbye East London – big name changes coming for South Africa

Summary

In this news flash, host Joo discusses the ongoing name change initiatives in South Africa, particularly in the Eastern Cape province. With 66 applications for renaming geographical features currently being processed, the video raises questions about the rationale behind these changes. It highlights the controversy surrounding the name change of East London to an unpronounceable name, previously rejected due to an existing settlement with the same name. The video invites viewers to share their thoughts on the potential erasure of history or corruption involved in the renaming process, urging them to like, share, and subscribe for more content.

Takeaways

• 📢 The video discusses upcoming name changes in South Africa, particularly targeting big towns.
• 🎙️ The host, Joo, is the presenter of the 'News Flash' segment.
• 👋 A previous attempt to change the name of East London was made in 2012, but it was rejected due to an existing settlement with the same name.
• 📚 There are currently 66 name change applications being processed by the South African Geographic Names Council for various geographical features.
• 🗺️ The name changes will apply to a wide range of geographical features including towns, villages, mountains, rivers, airports, roads, and post offices.
• 🤔 The host expresses skepticism about the sense behind some name changes, using Port Elizabeth (renamed Claba by Google) as an example.
• 🗣️ The host mentions that many people are unaware of the reasons behind name changes and their meanings.
• 💭 There are speculations that name changes might be attempts to erase certain history or involve corruption due to the financial implications of renaming.
• 💬 The host invites viewers to share their thoughts on the name changes in the comment section.
• 👍 The host encourages viewers to like, share, and subscribe to the channel for more content.
• 😹 The script ends with a humorous scenario about an ultimatum between video games, alcohol, and a significant other, highlighting the host's personal touch.

Q & A

What is the main topic discussed in the video script?

The main topic discussed in the video script is the upcoming name changes for various geographical features in South Africa.

How many name change applications are currently being processed by the South African Geographic names Council?

There are currently 66 name change applications being processed by the South African Geographic names Council.

What geographical features are included in the name change applications?

The name changes will apply to various geographical features such as towns, villages, settlements, townships, mountains, rivers, airports, roads, and post offices.

What was the previous attempt to change the name of East London?

The previous attempt to change the name of East London was to a name that the host could not pronounce, but tried to say as 'kugo'.

Why was the name change for East London reportedly rejected in 2012?

The name change for East London was reportedly rejected because there was already a settlement with that name.

What is the host's opinion on the name change for Port Elizabeth?

The host believes that the name change for Port Elizabeth, to 'Claba', does not make sense and is not taken seriously except by Google.

What is the host's view on the necessity of name changes in general?

The host is open to name changes as long as they make sense, but finds many of the proposed changes nonsensical.

What are some of the speculated reasons behind the name changes according to the host?

Some speculated reasons behind the name changes include an attempt to erase certain history or corruption due to the financial implications of renaming.

How does the host invite viewers to engage with the topic?

The host invites viewers to share their thoughts on the name changes in the comment section of the video.

What is the host's final call to action for the viewers?

The host's final call to action is for viewers to leave a like, share the video, and subscribe to the channel.

What humorous anecdote does the host share at the end of the script?

The host shares a humorous anecdote about being given an ultimatum between video games, alcohol, and a significant other, ending with a declaration of love.