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HISTORY AND HERITAGE: Joburg: a city that leapt to life and still clings on

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Johannesburg originated as a dusty mining camp following the discovery of gold in 1886, subsequently experiencing rapid growth to become South Africa's economic powerhouse.

As the city reaches its 140th anniversary, media coverage reflects on its extraordinary beginnings, its evolution into its current state, and the ongoing efforts of individuals attempting to revitalize the area.

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