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Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square is a shopping centre in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa. It includes a large open area built to resemble a traditional European town square, and an office complex. The centre was formerly known as Sandton Square and was named for the former president of South Africa and anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela in March 2004. A six-metre high statue of Mandela was unveiled at the square's renaming ceremony. It is attached to the large Sandton City shopping centre, together forming one of the largest retail complexes on the continent with over 400 stores. The Michelangelo Towers complex adjoins Nelson Mandela Square. History The Square, then known by its original name of Sandton Square, was first opened to the public in 1994. The shopping centre was designed in a faux-Italian style and the square was designed to resemble St Marks Square in Venice. Its design included a library, theatre and gallery. On its 10th anniversary, in 2004, it was officially renamed Nelson Mandela Square after the unveiling of a bronze, six-metre tall statue of Mandela. It was the first public statue of Mandela in the country. It was commissioned in July 2002 and completed in February 2004 by South African Sculptors Kobus Hattingh and Jacob Maponyane. It weighs approximately 2.5 tons. The decision to rename the Square after Mandela was criticised by some as Mandela had long stood for the disadvantaged and the square stands in the most opulent area of the country. Gary Vipond, the Square's manager, defended the decision by explaining that, "The Square is optimistic, expressive and confident, like the Madiba jive, and represents a sophisticated, eclectic, cosmopolitan success story." The shopping centre is connected to Sandton City and, together, they form the largest retail complex in Africa. The square itself is approximately 1000 square metres and houses many shops, restaurants and a library on the far end. See also List of awards and honours bestowed on Nelson Mandela References External links Official website
Площадь Нельсона Манделы (Йоханнесбург)

Площадь Нельсона Манделы (Йоханнесбург) (англ. Nelson Mandela Square) — площадь находится в деловом районе Сэндтоне города Йоханнесбурга в Южно-Африканской республике. Она названа в честь политического деятеля, президента Южно-Африканской республики и борца с режимом апартеида Нельсона Манделы. Прежнее название: Площадь Сэндтон. История Площадь Сэндтон была построена в 1994 году. 31 марта 2004 года на своё 10-летие совпавшее с 10-летием падением режима апартеида и установления демократии в ЮАР, она была официально переименована в Площадь Нельсона Манделы. На площади была открыта бронзовая статуя Манделы, она стала первым публичным памятником Манделе в ЮАР. Статуя была создана южно-африканскими скульпторами Кобусом Хаттинг и Джейкобом Maponyane. Строительство статуи началось в июле 2002 года, а завершена она была в феврале 2004 года. Статуя имеет высоту 6 метров при весе 2,5 тонны. Площадь величиной в 1000 м2 находится в самом респектабельном районе Йоханнесбурга. В офисных зданиях на этой площади работает около 10 000 компаний, в том числе инвестиционные банки страны, корпорации, а также Йоханнесбургская фондовая биржа. На площади построены сети магазинов, кафе и ресторанов, также на ней расположен самый большой торговый комплекс в Африке «Сандтон Сити». На площади находится библиотека. Около одного миллиона местных и иностранных туристов ежемесячно посещают эту площадь. Интересные факты Переименование площади вызвало бурное обсуждение в стране. Противники переименования ссылались на то, что площадь находится в богатом районе Йоханнесбурга в то время как Нельсон Мандела всегда выступал за права бедных. Фонд Нельсона Манделы установил урну для сбора пожертвований возле памятника, что позволило собрать в первые же дни более 50 000 Южноафриканских рэндов. Примечания Ссылки Йоханнесбургцам представили статую Манделы Архивная копия от 4 октября 2020 на Wayback Machine Площадь Нельсона Манделы. Официальный сайт
Ngotwane Dam

Ngotwane Dam is an earth-fill type dam located on the Ngotwane River, near Lobathleng, North West, South Africa. It was established in 1982 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes. The hazard potential of the dam has been ranked significant (2). See also List of reservoirs and dams in South Africa List of rivers of South Africa References List of South African Dams from the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (South Africa)
Nompumelelo Hospital

Nompumelelo Hospital is a Provincial government funded hospital for the Ngqushwa Local Municipality area in Peddie, Eastern Cape in South Africa. The hospital departments include Emergency department, Paediatric ward, Maternity ward, Obstetrics, Gynaecology Services, Out Patients Department, Surgical Services, Medical Services, Operating Theatre & CSSD Services, Pharmacy, Anti-Retroviral (ARV) treatment for HIV/AIDS, Post Trauma Counseling Services, Physiotherapy, Occupational Services, Laboratory Services, X-ray Services, Laundry Services and Kitchen Services. References Nompumelelo Hospital
North Beach (Durban)

Die North Beach ist ein Strand in der südafrikanischen Stadt Durban. Er liegt nördlich des Hafens zwischen Bay of Plenty und Dairy Beach an der Golden Mile. North Beach ist einer der Hauptstrände in Durban. Er wird vom Durban Surf Lifesaving Club gepflegt, dessen Clubhaus an der O R Tambo Parade liegt (alter Name: Marine Parade), welche dem Strand entlang führt. Der Strand wird von zwei Piers begrenzt. Hauptattraktion Aufgrund der guten Surf-Bedingungen ist Durban und im Speziellen die North Beach eine beliebte Feriendestination unter den Südafrikanern. An der North Beach wird Wellenreiten, Bodyboarding, Surf-Ski-Fahren, Skateboarding und Schwimmen ausgeübt, aber auch Sonnenbaden ist möglich. Während der Weihnachtsfeiertage ist der Strand meist überfüllt von Einheimischen und Touristen. In unmittelbarer Nähe der North Beach gibt es mehrere Hotels und Restaurants sowie das Suncoast Casino. Der Strand ist durch Hai-Netze geschützt und wird von Rettungsschwimmern überwacht. Einzelnachweise
North Beach (Durban)

North Beach is one of the beaches of Durban, South Africa. It is situated north of the harbour and bluff, in between Bay of Plenty and Dairy Beach on Durban's Golden Mile. North Beach is one of the main beaches in Durban and is cared for by the Durban Surf Lifesaving Club. The clubhouse features prominently on the Marine Parade. The beach itself is flanked by two large piers and is accessible from the Marine Parade that stretches along the Golden Mile. Attractions Due to its good surf conditions, Durban and North Beach is an ideal holiday and tourist destination. North Beach provides facilities for surfing, body boarding, paddle ski, skateboarding and plain swimming and sun bathing. During the festive season, the beaches are flooded by holidaymakers and tourists. North Beach has a number of restaurants in its immediate vicinity. The beaches are protected by a series of shark nets and patrolled by lifesavers. See also North Beach, Durban, the residential area of equal name, with population statistics. References
North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay

The first North Head Lighthouse on the northern side of the Saldanha Bay entrance, in South Africa, was a 300mm AGA acetylene gas lantern mounted on a square concrete pillar, installed on December 7, 1939. It had a small diaphone fog signal. A new aluminium tower came into operation on 1969-12-02, about 100 metres from the previous lighthouse. The fully automatic revolving electric optic is powered by triple mutual diesel/alternator sets. The lighthouse is monitored at Cape Columbine. See also List of lighthouses in South Africa Almost identical South Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay References External links Picture of Saldanha Bay North Head
Nqweba Dam

Nqweba Dam (previously known as Van Ryneveld's Pass Dam), is an earth-fill type dam located on the Sundays River in the Camdeboo National Park, in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It was opened in 1925. The dam has a capacity of 46,369,000 cubic metres (1.6375×109 cu ft), and a surface area of 10.285 square kilometres (3.971 sq mi), the wall is 46 metres (151 ft), and is 357 metres (1,171 ft) long. Once an irrigation dam, it now mainly serves to supply potable water for domestic and industrial use to the residents and businesses of Graaff-Reinet. Its hazard potential has been ranked high (3). Etymology The new name given in 2001, Nqweba, means "meeting place" in Xhosa. Gallery See also List of reservoirs and dams in South Africa References List of South African Dams from the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (South Africa)
Barrage de Nqweba

Le barrage de Nqweba, anciennement appelé barrage de Van Ryneveld's Pass, est un barrage situé sur la Sundays River, dans le parc national de Camdeboo, près de Graaff-Reinet, dans la province du Cap-Oriental, en Afrique du Sud. Caractéristiques Le barrage en remblai mesure environ 46 m de haut et 357 m de long. Sa capacité de stockage est d'environ 46,369 millions de m3 et la superficie du réservoir atteint environ 10,285 km2. Localisation Le barrage est situé dans le parc national de Camdeboo, à proximité immédiate de Graaff-Reinet, dans la municipalité locale de Dr Beyers Naudé, province du Cap-Oriental. Il retient les eaux de la Sundays River, également appelée Sondags River. Histoire La construction du barrage, alors connu sous le nom de Van Ryneveld's Pass Dam, débute en 1921 et s'achève en 1925. L'ouvrage est conçu à l'origine pour l'irrigation de la région de Graaff-Reinet. Le barrage est officiellement inauguré en 1925. Il devient par la suite une infrastructure importante pour l'approvisionnement en eau de Graaff-Reinet et de ses environs. En 2001, le barrage est renommé Nqweba Dam. Le nom Nqweba signifie « lieu de rencontre » en xhosa. Usages Le barrage est construit à l'origine pour l'irrigation. Il sert ensuite principalement à l'approvisionnement en eau potable des habitants, des entreprises et des activités industrielles de Graaff-Reinet. La capacité du réservoir a été affectée par l'accumulation de sédiments. Selon la Water Research Commission, le barrage disposait à l'origine d'une capacité proche de 79 millions de m3, mais celle-ci avait diminué d'environ 43 % en 2011 en raison de l'envasement. Galerie Notes et références (en) Cet article est partiellement ou en totalité issu de l’article de Wikipédia en anglais intitulé « Nqweba Dam » (voir la liste des auteurs). Voir aussi Articles connexes Liste des barrages en Afrique du Sud Sundays River Parc national de Camdeboo Graaff-Reinet Liens externes Portail des barrages Portail de l’Afrique du Sud
Ntshingwayo Dam

Ntshingwayo Dam (previously known as Chelmsford Dam) is a combined gravity and arch type dam located on the Ingagane River in South Africa. It was established in 1961 and serves mainly for municipal and industrial use. The hazard potential of the dam has been ranked high (3). The dam is enclosed in the Chelmsford Nature Reserve. See also List of reservoirs and dams in South Africa References List of South African Dams from the Department of Water Affairs
Nurul Islam Mosque

The Nurul Islam Mosque is a Sunni Islam mosque in the Bo-Kaap area of Cape Town, South Africa. When it was founded in 1834, the structure could hold 150 worshipers. Renovated in 2001, it can now hold 700 worshipers. See also Islam in South Africa List of mosques in South Africa References External links Media related to Nurul Islam Mosque at Wikimedia Commons
Olën Park

Olën Park, also known as Profert Olën Park for sponsorship reasons, is a stadium in Potchefstroom, South Africa. It was used for rugby union matches by the Leopards team in the First Division of the Currie Cup as well as the Vodacom Cup. Quite often the annual inter-varsity between the North-West University and the University of the Free State is also played here. Profert Olën Park was named after Carl Ludwig Theodor Olën who was the President of the Western Transvaal Rugby Union from 1922 to 1934. The stadium can host approximately 22,000 spectators. In recent times a local fertilizer company situated in Potchefstroom, Profert has been contributing not only financially but also with their products and expertise, towards the upkeep of the playing field and as thus obtained the naming rights of the stadium. As from 2012 Profert Olën Park will again be the stadium where all the home fixtures of the Leopards will be played because the sponsorship of the Royal Bafokeng Sports of the Leopards, has been terminated at the end of 2011. In 2018, the Leopards announced that financial constraints meant they could no longer afford the maintenance of the stadium and they would play their rugby elsewhere. International Rugby Union Matches at Olën Park References
Oppenheimer Stadium

Oppenheimer Stadium is a football (soccer) stadium in Orkney, South Africa. It initially had a capacity of 23,000, but this increased to 40,000 during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The existing earth embankments around the stadium were be enlarged by creating a new reinforced concrete structure at the rear and building upwards. The size of the arena was further increased by the removal of the athletics track, enabling in front of the first row of seats and creating girth for further rows to be installed. Then, the existing roof of the main stand were removed and replaced by a new roof covering the extended main stand. It was named after Harry Oppenheimer, son of Ernest Oppenheimer and former chairman of De Beers. On 13 January 1991, during a pre-season "friendly" football match between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, there was a stampede with 42 deaths, the Oppenheimer Stadium Disaster, the second worst sporting incident in South Africa. The stadium has since been vandalized and is in no condition to hold any sporting event. References
Orange Kloof

Orange Kloof is an area of Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town, South Africa. It is located at the northern end of the Hout Bay valley, just to the west of Cecilia Park. It is a conservation area with highly restricted access, vegetated by indigenous Afro-temperate forest and endangered Peninsula Granite Fynbos. Orange Kloof is believed to have derived its name from the bark of the orange-coloured saffron trees that were prevalent in Hout Bay at the time. References
Oudebaaskraal Dam

Oudebaaskraal Dam is an earth-fill type dam located on the Tankwa River near Ceres, Western Cape, South Africa. It was established in 1969 and serves mainly for irrigation purposes. The hazard potential of the dam has been ranked significant (2). Hundreds of pink flamingos can be spotted there at certain times, and the areas of the dam which are covered in algae have a kelp type smell similar to the ocean. See also List of reservoirs and dams in South Africa List of rivers of South Africa References List of South African Dams from the Department of Water Affairs
Paarl Boys' High School

Paarl Boys' High School, known in Afrikaans as Hoër Jongenskool Paarl (or Boishaai), is a public dual-medium high school for boys and is one of the oldest schools in South Africa, built in 1868. The school is situated in Paarl, a town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. The first headmaster of the school was George Jeffreys. Effective as of 2007, the headmaster of the school is Derek Swart. War cry The Paarl Boys' High war cry, or 'Kreet', has changed much over the years, but the current war cry is as follows: Shimalaya wha!Shimalaya wha!HJS HJSWha 'sop – 'sop 'sop 'sopWe are – we areHJS HJSWha 'sop, Shimalaya wha! Headmasters Sport Each year the school takes part in one of the biggest interschool events in South Africa against its arch-rival, Paarl Gimnasium High School. The main event (the u/19A rugby match) attracts over 20 000 spectators to the Faure Street Stadium. The school has produced many Springboks, from Boy Louw, Mannetjies Roux and "Prince of Wings" Carel du Plessis, to more recent players like Corné Krige (former Springbok Captain), Gurthro Steenkamp, Frans Malherbe, Thomas du Toit, Salmaan Moerat and Evan Roos. Notable old boys List of the old boys that were matriculated in Paarl Boys High School. Wium Basson – South African rugby player Jim Fouché (Class of 1924) – Former State President of South Africa Bjorn Fortuin – South African cricketer David Frost – South African golfer Corné Krige – South African rugby player Christo Wiese – South African businessman and billionaire Jean-Luc du Plessis – Provincial rugby player Wilhelm van der Sluys – Provincial rugby player Thomas du Toit (Class of 2013) – South African rugby player Boy Louw (Class of 1924) – South African rugby player Eugène Marais – South African barrister, poet and writer Dawid Malan – English professional cricketer Frans Malherbe – South African rugby player David Meihuizen – South African rugby player Carel du Plessis – South African rugby player Evan Roos – South African rugby player Mannetjies Roux – South African rugby player Gurthrö Steenkamp (Class of 2000) – South African rugby player Salmaan Moerat – South African rugby player Karl Kielblock – author References
Palm-Tree-Moschee

Die Palm-Tree-Moschee, arabisch مسجد شجرة النخيل, englisch Palm Tree Mosque, oder auch Kirche von Jan van Bougies, befindet sich in einem ehemaligen Wohnhaus und gilt als zweitälteste Moschee Südafrikas. Der Grundstein des Wohnhauses wurde in der niederländischen Kapkolonie 1788 gelegt, noch vor der durch die Briten gewährten Religionsfreiheit und sechs Jahre vor der älteren Auwal-Moschee. Es ist damit das älteste Gebäude in der Long Street. Seit 1807 dient das Gebäude als Moschee. Die maßgeblich von Imam Tuan Guru mitbegründete islamische Gemeinde Kapstadts spaltete sich nach dessen Tod 1807 im Streit um dessen Nachfolge. Die Freigelassenen Frans von Bengalen und Jan van Bougies unterlagen in der Wahl des neuen Imams und erwarben daraufhin das Grundstück in der Long Street. Erster wurde der Imam der neugegründeten Moschee, die nach letzterem benannt wurde, nachdem er Alleinbesitzer geworden war. Der Name der Moschee geht auf die Zeit als Wohnhaus zurück, als sich vor dem damals noch einstöckigen Gebäude ein Palmenhain befand. Dieser verschwand im Verlaufe des Umbaus zur Moschee zwischen 1811 und 1821. Nur noch eine einzelne Palme erinnert daran. Einzelnachweise
Palm Tree Mosque

The Palm Tree Mosque, or the Church of Jan van Bougies, or the Dadelboom Mosque (Afrikaans: Dadelboom Mosque), is a former residence and current mosque in Long Street, Cape Town, South Africa. It is the oldest substantially unaltered building in Long Street. History The building stands on land once owned by Hermanus Smuts, south-west of a block of land granted to him in 1751. The grant was bounded by Long, Leeuwen and Keerom Streets. After his wife died in 1754, portions of the property were sold off. At the time the property had stables on it. It was purchased by one J. M. Vogel and again, after Vogel's death in 1777, by Baron Willem Ferdinand van Reede van Oudtshoorn. In 1782 it was transferred to one of his sons. Successive owners were Daniel Hugo (1785), Daniel Krynauw (1786) and Carel Lodewijk Schot (1787). Schot went bankrupt, but is probably responsible for building the first residence in about 1788. The property was bought by J. P. Roux in 1790. Freed slaves Jan van Bougies and Frans van Bengalen bought the property in 1807 and Jan van Bougies became the sole owner in 1811. Jan and Frans, along with some followers, broke away from the Auwal Mosque, when the former failed to succeed as imam. When Jan van Bougies died in 1846, aged 112, he left the property to his wife Samida of the Cape, but specified that it continue to operate as a mosque, the second-oldest in Cape Town. The second storey was presumable added after the house had been turned into a mosque some time between 1811 and 1821. There was once a garden in front of the house, in which two palm trees grew. Today there is one of the remaining trees, with a new tree planted on the 8 November 1965, to replace the one that was blown over by a strong wind. The low sash window and shortened door are not by design; Long Street was raised over the years. Gallery See also Islam in South Africa List of mosques in South Africa References
Palmiet Pumped Storage Scheme

The Palmiet Pumped Storage Scheme consists of two 200 megawatts (270,000 hp) turbine units located 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) upstream of the Kogelberg Dam on the Palmiet River near Cape Town, South Africa. The pumped-storage hydroelectricity plant is capable of responding to a surge in peak power demand in minutes. At night, excess power on the grid generated by conventional coal and nuclear plants is used to pump water to the upper Rockview Dam overlooking Gordon's Bay. It is regarded as a forerunner in environmental engineering. The whole Palmiet site is a conservation area and in December 1998 the area was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO - the first in South Africa. See also Eskom List of hydropower stations in Africa References External links Palmiet Pumped Storage Scheme on the Eskom-Website
Parel Vallei High School

Parel Vallei High School is a co-ed high school located in Parel Vallei, a suburb of Somerset West, which is in the Western Cape, South Africa. Pupils attending the school are from the surrounding towns, such as Somerset West and Strand, as well as areas further away, such as Grabouw. Academics The following subjects are offered by the school for the National Senior Certificate, classes are mostly bilingually tutored: Afrikaans Home Language Afrikaans First Additional Language English Home Language English First Additional Language German Second Additional Language (After school) French Second Additional Language (After School) Pure Mathematics Mathematical Literacy Advanced Programme Mathematics Advanced Programme English Physical Sciences Life Sciences History Geography Consumer Studies Hospitality Studies Accounting Business Studies Economics Computer Application Technology Information Technology Engineering Graphics and Design Life Orientation Dramatic Arts Visual Arts PV in the news Parel Vallei was in the published media regarding submissions to the school. The school had a few legal issues as it did not accept applications to the school due to size limitations. The school is currently in the process of building and extending the school. In 2004, the school was briefly in the local news after the governing body presented the idea to erect a cellphone mast on the school grounds to the community. In 2019 Danielle Kleyn, a learner at Parel Vallei, was crowned "Queen of Mathematics" at the 2019 Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad. In 2020 the school faced backlash after several social media posts alleging that one student called another student of a different race a slur. This was reported on by the media and commented on by higher-ups in the Department of Education. In 2021, Benjamin Kleyn received an honorable mention after participating in the National Programming Olympiad. In 2021, Christian Kotzé was crowned winner winner chicken dinner on the VIA TV show "Slim vang sy baas". In 2023, Jared Slater competed in the Pan African Mathematics Olympiad (PAMO) as part of the South African team. In 2025 Cameron Britz was awarded his Springbok scouts award. The highest honor one can receive in Scouts South Africa. References External links Official Website