Heritage
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What is Heritage?
Heritage refers to the cultural, historical, and natural resources passed down through generations. It encompasses our environment’s tangible and intangible aspects, such as buildings, landscapes, monuments, traditions, languages, and practices. These elements provide a sense of identity and continuity, shaping our communities and how we interact with the world.
In Stellenbosch, heritage includes the historic town centre with its well-preserved Cape Dutch buildings, oak-lined streets, and surrounding landscape. It also includes the traditions and stories of the diverse groups that have lived here over the centuries.
Why is Heritage Important?
Heritage is essential for several reasons:
Cultural Identity and Pride: Heritage connects us to our past, giving us a sense of identity and pride in our community and history.
Educational Value: Heritage provides a wealth of knowledge about the origins of places, people, and events that shaped the present. It helps us understand cultural diversity and human progress.
Tourism and Economic Benefits: Heritage sites attract tourists and can be a significant source of income for local economies. Protecting heritage can also create jobs in the tourism and conservation sectors.
Social Cohesion: Shared heritage fosters unity within communities, bringing people together to celebrate common history and values.
Environmental Stewardship: Preserving heritage sites often involves maintaining landscapes and natural resources, promoting sustainability.
Here you have access to view and download all Heritage Resource Management related documents:
FQ 114/25 SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF THE LATEST PATRIOT ADVANCED ALARM SOFTWARE SYSTEM
FQ 113/25 PROVISION OF ICT HARDWARE TO ENHANCE FIBRE CONNECTIVITY
FQ111/25 Monthly Rental of Containers for Beltana Stores
FQ85/25: Supply, delivery and installation of artificial grass animals
FQ/SM 108/25: SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF SANITARY PADS AND ADULT DIAPERS
FQ/SM 106/25: APPOINTMENT OF A SUITABLE SERVICE PROVIDER TO UNDERTAKE AN INVESTIGATIVE STUDY ON ERVEN 292, 1072, 1073, 1076 AND ERF 1077, KAYAMANDI, STELLENBOSCH
FQ/SM 109/25: SUPPLY, DELIVERY, AND MAINTENANCE OF NEW DRONES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT INCLUDING MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF EXISTING DRONES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT
FQ/SM 107/25: Procurement of GPS Handheld Device for data collection, capturing of outdoors advertising boards and agricultural data verification
FQ/SM 105/25: SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF PRE-CAST CONCRETE PANEL TOILETS AND ASSOCIATED MATERIAL
FQ/SM 110/25: Supply and delivery of uniforms, as specified as and when needed until 30 June 2025
FQ 114/25 SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF THE LATEST PATRIOT ADVANCED ALARM SOFTWARE SYSTEM
FQ 113/25 PROVISION OF ICT HARDWARE TO ENHANCE FIBRE CONNECTIVITY
FQ111/25 Monthly Rental of Containers for Beltana Stores
| WHO TO CONTACT | DIRECTORATE: PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT |
|---|---|
| Mduduzi Nhleko Manager: GIS | 021 808 8658 Mduduzi.Nhleko@stellenbosch.gov.za |
| Katherine Robinson Senior Heritage Planner | 021 808 8608 Katherine.Robinson@stellenbosch.gov.za |
| Kaizer Makati Heritage Planner | 021 808 8603 Kaizer.Makati@stellenbosch.gov.za |
