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LGE 2021 | Coalitions may be needed in up to 6 of 8 Metros after vote count

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa in the news:

  1. LGE 2021 | Coalitions may be needed in up to 6 of 8 Metros after vote count: Almost 60% of votes cast in the 2021 Local Government Elections on Monday had been counted by 1am on Wednesday morning, but the IEC had earlier expressed confidence that 90% of the count would be … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  2. PM LIVE BLOG: DA retains Midvaal in Gauteng, with increased majority: The DA is happy to retain Midvaal Municipality, in Gauteng, with a growing majority, said party leader John Steenhuisen on Tuesday. “The DA now governs municipalities with outright majorities in three … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  3. ‘KG’ player of the match as SA boost semi-final chances with crushing win over Bangladesh: The Proteas consolidated a top two position in Group 1 and enhanced their chances of advancing to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup after they steamrolled a hapless Bangladesh to win by six wickets … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  4. Babita Deokaran murder accused retracts statement implicating Zweli Mkhize: Phakamani Radebe claims he made the false statement after being tortured by investigators.One of the six accused in the murder of Gauteng Health Department official Babita Deokaran initially claimed … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  5. WATCH: Coalitions possible in Gauteng metros: Coalition governments are a possibility in Gauteng’s highly contested metros. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews

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Have you tried: Visiting Port Elizabeth?

Did you know this about Johannesburg? In January 1890 the Health Committee conducted its first census of the town. They found that Johannesburg had 26 303 inhabitants. There were 13 820 buildings, of which 772 were shops and stores and 261 hotels and bars. The following suburbs were recorded: Booysens, Fordsburg, Langlaagte, Braamfontein, Auckland Park, Marshall’s Town, Ferreira’s Town, Prospect and Jeppe’s Town. There was also a Coolie Location and a Veldtschoendorp, the latter being a shanty town occupied by Dutch citizens of the ZAR.

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Ponte City: The Vertical Microcosm

Designed by architect Rodney Grosskopff, Ponte City was envisioned as the ultimate in “jet-set” urban living. It was the first circular skyscraper in Africa, designed with a hollow “core” or “atrium” that allowed light into the apartments from both sides. When it opened, it was one of the most prestigious addresses in Johannesburg. The top three floors were massive, multi-level penthouses equipped with saunas, wine cellars, and shag carpeting, offering 360-degree views of the Highveld. The bottom levels featured high-end retail and even a bowling alley. It was a playground for the young, wealthy, and white during the height of the Apartheid era.