Kruger National Park name change being debated in South Africa

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October 13, 2025
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Kruger National Park name change being debated in South Africa

The famous Kruger National Park in South Africa could be renamed, sparking debate in the country. The wildlife sanctuary, once known as the Sabi Game Reserve, was renamed in 1926 to honour Paul Kruger, president in the late 19^th century of what was then the South African Republic, forming the eastern part of the country.

To Afrikaners, descendants of European settlers, he is a national hero for leading the resistance against the British. But for the country’s majority, he is seen as a representation of South Africa’s racist history, being among the people responsible for driving the black population from their land and restricting their rights in the new republic.

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Many towns, roads, and other major infrastructure have been renamed since the end of apartheid in 1994. The decisions, while often controversial, are seen as a way to break with both the apartheid and colonial eras of the country.

But proposing to rename the Kruger National Park is feared to have an effect on the country’s economy. The national park is home to many wild animals, including zebras, lions, and elephants, and attracts a million annual visitors. Some fear that a name change may harm that.

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