Bo Kaap, declared a Muslim-only area during apartheid, is the scene of a bitter battle between residents and property developers in recent months.

Colourful homes in the desirable district of Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa.
Colourful homes in the desirable district of Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa. (Getty Images)

In Cape Town, a battle is being fought over the future of one of South Africa's oldest Muslim communities. 

Bo Kaap is a major tourist attraction, but it's also in a prime location, and developers have been moving in. 

That's led to violence between police and residents who say they're fighting to protect their heritage against gentrification. 

As Melanie Rice reports, it's all led to a court case.  

Source: TRT World