In memory of 350 years since the death of Krotoa, a Khoi interpreter and trailblazer, poets, authors and churches will be compiling an anthology to celebrate this legendary woman’s life and tell her true story.
Shofar Books, poets Vannie Kaap and the Groote Kerk in Cape Town are partnering in memory of Krotoa, who died on 29 July 1674. Her remains are buried at the Groote Kerk in Cape Town.
According to South African History Online, Krotoa (known as Eva to the Dutch and English settlers) was the niece of Autshumao, a Khoi leader and interpreter to