Gauteng

British

/ xaʊˈtɛŋ /

noun

a province of N South Africa; formed in 1994 from part of the former province of Transvaal: service industries, mining, and manufacturing. Capital: Johannesburg. Pop: 8 847 740 (2004 est). Area: 18 810 sq km (7262 sq miles)

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In January, authorities attributed elevated sulphur pollution levels in Gauteng to transboundary pollution from neighbouring Mpumalanga, South Africa's most polluted industrial zone.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

The minibus driver was "reportedly" being treated in hospital, Gauteng province's department of education said, while the details of what happened to the lorry driver were "uncertain".

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

Gauteng, the wealthiest province, includes Johannesburg, South Africa’s most populous city and financial capital.

From New York Times • Jan. 30, 2024

In an indication that police are overwhelmed, local government authorities in the Gauteng province that includes Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest city, have recently introduced their own crime wardens to help with law enforcement.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 6, 2024

It has about 15,000 homeless people, according to the government of Gauteng, the province that includes the city.

From Reuters • Oct. 26, 2023

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