What is Gauteng?
Gauteng is one of the nine provinces of South Africa. Situated on the Highveld, Gauteng is the smallest province by land area in South Africa.
Although Gauteng accounts for only 1.5% of the country’s land area, it is home to more than a quarter of its population
Where Can I Find Gauteng In South Africa?
Situated on the Highveld, Gauteng is the smallest province by land area in South Africa. Although Gauteng accounts for only 1.5% of the country’s land area, it is home to more than a quarter of its population (26%). Highly urbanized, the province contains the country’s largest city, Johannesburg, which is also one of the largest cities in the world.
Gauteng is the wealthiest province in South Africa and is considered the financial hub of not only South Africa but the entire African continent; the financial activity is mostly concentrated in Johannesburg.
It also contains the administrative capital, Pretoria, and other large areas such as Midrand, Vanderbijlpark, Ekurhuleni, and the affluent Sandton. Gauteng is the most populous province in South Africa with a population of approximately 16.1 million according to mid-year 2022 estimates.
What are the names of the two largest cities in Gauteng?
The Johannesburg Metro and the City of Pretoria – the two major Cities in Gauteng – are opposed, and Pretoria provides a more laid-back, gentrified alternative – its Jacaranda-lined, wide streets and lovely old Buildings a more sedate choice for many who readily make the daily commute to Johannesburg.