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Joburg

Colloquial name for Johannesburg.

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Joburg is a colloquial name for Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa and its economic hub.

Etymology

Joburg is a shortened, colloquial name derived from Johannesburg.

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Joburg is a nickname for Johannesburg, South Africa's biggest city, like calling New York 'The Big Apple'.

Fun Facts

It was founded in 1886 after gold was discovered
It's one of the world’s largest urban agglomerations
The Apartheid Museum is located in Joburg

FAQ

What does Joburg mean? It's a shortened, informal name for Johannesburg
Where is it located? It's in Gauteng province, South Africa
Is it a major city? Yes, it is the largest city in South Africa

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

Johannesburg

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

South Africa

Indexes

capital city economic hub urban center

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