About Kliptown
Kliptown is a suburb in Soweto, Johannesburg, known for its rich history and vibrant community. The area is home to the famous Kliptown Open Square, a historic site where the Freedom Charter was adopted in 1955.
Residents of Kliptown enjoy a mix of old and new, with traditional houses and modern developments. The suburb is also close to various amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and healthcare facilities.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle in Kliptown is vibrant and community-oriented, with a range of activities and events to enjoy.
Amenities and dining
dining
- Message's Place
shopping
- Shoprite
- Maponya Mall
healthcare
- Mofolo South Clinic
- Kliptown Clinic
recreation
- Pimville Swimming Pool
- Virgin Active
- Thokoza Park
- Soweto Cricket Oval
- Soweto Country Club
- Oranjezicht Street Park
- Jabavu Swimming Pool
Getting around
Kliptown is accessible via various modes of transport, including minibus taxis and buses.
Main roads: Klipspruit Valley Road, Chris Hani Road, Elias Motsoaledi Road, Old Potchefstroom Road, Turf Avenue, Koma Street
Education
primary
- Lakeview Primary School
- Molalatladi Primary School
- Isaacson Primary School
- Paul Mosaka grounds
- Wisani's court
- Wisani's grounds
- Hlakaniphani Primary School
- Tiakeni Primary School
secondary
- Phafogang Secondary School
- Ibhongo High School
- Musi High School
- Nghunghunyani High School
- Sekano-Ntoane Secondary School
- Senaoane Secondary School
- Missourilaan Secondary School
- Eldorado Park Secondary
Safety
Medium RiskAs with many urban areas, Kliptown has its safety concerns, but residents and community organizations work together to maintain a safe environment.
Who lives here
Kliptown is a diverse suburb with a mix of long-time residents and new families.
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