Summary

As Sizwe watches, Buntu switches out the pictures in his passbook with the passbook of the dead man. Sizwe realizes what he is doing and objects, but Buntu tells him that it is his only chance. Sizwe says he cannot accept another man’s name because then he will no longer exist. Buntu assures him that this new book will ensure his stay in Port Elizabeth and allow him to look for a job. Sizwe objects again, and Buntu reminds him that otherwise he will have to return home where there are no jobs. Buntu reminds Sizwe of his wife and children. Sizwe says his children share his name, and Buntu asks him if he is more concenred about his children or about himself and his name. He insists that by taking the dead man’s name Sizwe will have a real chance to provide for...