Address : 56 Louis Trichardt St, Volksrust, 2470
Contact : 017 735 2303
Monday, September 28, 2015
Volksrust Magistrate Court
Volksrust Magistrate Court
Address : 56 Louis Trichardt St, Volksrust, 2470
Contact : 017 735 2303
Address : 56 Louis Trichardt St, Volksrust, 2470
Contact : 017 735 2303
Sunday, September 27, 2015
Volksrust Town
Volksrust Town
The Town Of Volksrust Is situated near the KwaZulu-Natal border,
It is about 80 km south east of Standerton and 53 km North of Newcastle.
It was established in 1881 and proclaimed in 1889 near where the Battle Of Majuba was fought and won by Transvaal, Thus getting their independence from the British.
The Town Of Volksrust Is situated near the KwaZulu-Natal border,
It is about 80 km south east of Standerton and 53 km North of Newcastle.
It was established in 1881 and proclaimed in 1889 near where the Battle Of Majuba was fought and won by Transvaal, Thus getting their independence from the British.
Elangwane Secondary School In Volksrust
Elangwane Secondary School In Volksrust Vukuzakhe Township
contact : 017 735 3133
email : elangwene@vlr.dorea.co.za
Wesile Street
Vukuzakhe Township
Volksrust
2470
Mpumalanga
South Africa
Volksrust
2470
Mpumalanga
South Africa
contact : 017 735 3133
email : elangwene@vlr.dorea.co.za
Saturday, September 26, 2015
Volksrust Primary School
Volksrust Primary School
Volksrust, 2470, South Africa
City of Mpumalanga
Post Office box: 292, Volksrust, 2470
Phone: 017 735 5906
Categories: Schools,
Volksrust, 2470, South Africa
City of Mpumalanga
Post Office box: 292, Volksrust, 2470
Phone: 017 735 5906
Categories: Schools,
Friday, September 25, 2015
Vukuzakhe Township In Volksrust 2
Vukuzakhe Township In Volksrust 2
As early as the people began to settle in, the government built a school where Black children could learn to read. The first school to be built was Phembindlela, which accepted children from Grade 0 to higher primary. Following the need for more schools Elangwane became the second school to be built which accepted children at a higher level. Currently there are five schools, two lower primary schools, two higher primary and one high school. Although there is a relatively low literate rate, over the years Volksrust has produced hundreds of professionals who are placed all over South Africa and who are the pride of the community.
Like most Black townships between 1976 and mid 1980s, Vukuzakhe had its own share in the struggle for political liberation. As the youths from the urban areas were sent off by their parents to relatively 'apolitical' places like Volksrust, youth in these places became politicised. These youths who were coming from places like Soweto and the Vaal shared their political experiences with the youth and Vukuzakhe. What the Vukuzakhe youth had heard over the radio became a reality and something to experiment. This does not mean however, that Vukuzakhe youth were politically ignorant before the arrival of the urban youth. They were aware of what was happening the only think lacking was more information. This period was marked by a lot of confrontation between the police on one hand and the school officials on the other. Classes were boycotted continuously, students complained about high school fees and the poor management of the school by the officials. Unable to deal with the students' dissatisfaction the police were summoned. However, Volksrust is a small town that did not have a huge police force and in cases like this, extra military personnel was called from Heidelberg to calm suppress the situation. Typical of the police and military response in such cases, some young children lost their lives during the confrontation with the police, while others were injured.
Volksrust has natural attractions such as streams, mountains and birdlife.
As early as the people began to settle in, the government built a school where Black children could learn to read. The first school to be built was Phembindlela, which accepted children from Grade 0 to higher primary. Following the need for more schools Elangwane became the second school to be built which accepted children at a higher level. Currently there are five schools, two lower primary schools, two higher primary and one high school. Although there is a relatively low literate rate, over the years Volksrust has produced hundreds of professionals who are placed all over South Africa and who are the pride of the community.
Like most Black townships between 1976 and mid 1980s, Vukuzakhe had its own share in the struggle for political liberation. As the youths from the urban areas were sent off by their parents to relatively 'apolitical' places like Volksrust, youth in these places became politicised. These youths who were coming from places like Soweto and the Vaal shared their political experiences with the youth and Vukuzakhe. What the Vukuzakhe youth had heard over the radio became a reality and something to experiment. This does not mean however, that Vukuzakhe youth were politically ignorant before the arrival of the urban youth. They were aware of what was happening the only think lacking was more information. This period was marked by a lot of confrontation between the police on one hand and the school officials on the other. Classes were boycotted continuously, students complained about high school fees and the poor management of the school by the officials. Unable to deal with the students' dissatisfaction the police were summoned. However, Volksrust is a small town that did not have a huge police force and in cases like this, extra military personnel was called from Heidelberg to calm suppress the situation. Typical of the police and military response in such cases, some young children lost their lives during the confrontation with the police, while others were injured.
Volksrust has natural attractions such as streams, mountains and birdlife.
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Vukuzakhe Township In Volksrust
Vukuzakhe Township In Volksrust
The name Volksrust (the nation rests) is attributed to Dorie de Jager, Dirkie Uys' sister. The story goes that this occurred when battle-weary Boer soldiers came to this place to recover from the South African War. On 27 March 1889, President Paul Kruger of the Zuid-Afrikaansche Republik (literally: South African Republic) officially announced the name of the town. Today Volksrust has a Concentration Camp Memorial to honour those who lost their lives in these concentration camps, the first in the world.
The population of the town includes Black, White, Asian and Coloured people. The population survey of 2001 showed that over the years, the number of people living in the areas has increased from the 1999 population count. Like most towns in the urban and rural areas, people living in Volksrust also suffered under the apartheid Groups Areas Act legislation. Before 1994, Black people stayed in the township known as Vukuzakhe (meaning: built yourself). Vukuzakhe is further divided into eight sections. The first sections to be established were Kwesimhlophe (or: for Black people) and Kwesimnyama (for Coloured people). Around 1946 the government built small four roomed houses in an area that became known as New Stand. In 1958 after the forced removals of people from Charlestown, (an area that produced coal for a very short period of time), people were moved to Vukuzenzele (meaning: wake up and do it for yourself). As more and more people were forcibly removed from their land, Vukuzakhe also grew.
In 1961, the government introduced semi detached two-roomed houses where two different families lived on either side. The people called this area Lindela (meaning: wait). It is not known why the name was given but its meaning is significant to people being displaced. Sgodiphola was the next attempt to relocate people from neighbouring farms where White farmers wanted to settle. In the 1970s another area came into existence, which was similar to New Stand, but the rooms were a little bit bigger. Once again the area was known as Dukuza (which means - pacify). Around the 1980s the government began another project that looked at improving the lives of people, by building houses with sewerage systems and electricity. This area became known as Phumula Mqhashi (settling of tenants). It was the only area in the 1980s that had running water and electricity. Other areas were without electricity, running water and were still using the bucket system. It was only after 1994 that the infrastructure was improved. Interestingly, Volksrust had proper sanitation and tarred roads. White children enjoyed well kept and maintained playgrounds while Black children did not.
The name Volksrust (the nation rests) is attributed to Dorie de Jager, Dirkie Uys' sister. The story goes that this occurred when battle-weary Boer soldiers came to this place to recover from the South African War. On 27 March 1889, President Paul Kruger of the Zuid-Afrikaansche Republik (literally: South African Republic) officially announced the name of the town. Today Volksrust has a Concentration Camp Memorial to honour those who lost their lives in these concentration camps, the first in the world.
The population of the town includes Black, White, Asian and Coloured people. The population survey of 2001 showed that over the years, the number of people living in the areas has increased from the 1999 population count. Like most towns in the urban and rural areas, people living in Volksrust also suffered under the apartheid Groups Areas Act legislation. Before 1994, Black people stayed in the township known as Vukuzakhe (meaning: built yourself). Vukuzakhe is further divided into eight sections. The first sections to be established were Kwesimhlophe (or: for Black people) and Kwesimnyama (for Coloured people). Around 1946 the government built small four roomed houses in an area that became known as New Stand. In 1958 after the forced removals of people from Charlestown, (an area that produced coal for a very short period of time), people were moved to Vukuzenzele (meaning: wake up and do it for yourself). As more and more people were forcibly removed from their land, Vukuzakhe also grew.
In 1961, the government introduced semi detached two-roomed houses where two different families lived on either side. The people called this area Lindela (meaning: wait). It is not known why the name was given but its meaning is significant to people being displaced. Sgodiphola was the next attempt to relocate people from neighbouring farms where White farmers wanted to settle. In the 1970s another area came into existence, which was similar to New Stand, but the rooms were a little bit bigger. Once again the area was known as Dukuza (which means - pacify). Around the 1980s the government began another project that looked at improving the lives of people, by building houses with sewerage systems and electricity. This area became known as Phumula Mqhashi (settling of tenants). It was the only area in the 1980s that had running water and electricity. Other areas were without electricity, running water and were still using the bucket system. It was only after 1994 that the infrastructure was improved. Interestingly, Volksrust had proper sanitation and tarred roads. White children enjoyed well kept and maintained playgrounds while Black children did not.
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Volksrust Police Station
Volksrust Police Station
STREET ADDRESS : 80 President Street
CITY : Volksrust
PROVINCE : Mpumalanga
ZIP CODE : 2470
TELEPHONE NUMBER : 017 735 9900
WEBSITE : Police Service
STREET ADDRESS : 80 President Street
CITY : Volksrust
PROVINCE : Mpumalanga
ZIP CODE : 2470
TELEPHONE NUMBER : 017 735 9900
WEBSITE : Police Service
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Volksrust's Stucky's Guest House
STUCKY'S GUEST HOUSE NEAR VOLKSRUST
Stucky's Guest House Is 4Km Outside Of Volksrust On The R543 Route.
It has a warm, cosy, relaxed atmosphere and is situated in the tranquility of the country and it offers easy access to the Battlefield route as well as the world-famous bird-watching area in Wakkerstroom.
Website : STUCKY'S GUEST HOUSE
Stucky's Guest House Is 4Km Outside Of Volksrust On The R543 Route.
It has a warm, cosy, relaxed atmosphere and is situated in the tranquility of the country and it offers easy access to the Battlefield route as well as the world-famous bird-watching area in Wakkerstroom.
Website : STUCKY'S GUEST HOUSE
Monday, September 21, 2015
Volksrust's BATTLEFIELDS GUEST HOUSE
Volksrust's BATTLEFIELDS GUEST HOUSE
THE GUEST HOUSE IS AT THE CORNER OF JOUBERT STREET AND KRUGER STREET OPPOSITE PIONIER LAERSKOOL.
Website : BATTLEFIELDS GUEST HOUSE
Kruger St Volksrust 2470 Joubert str 18, Volksrust 017 735 2202 : 060 330 4372
THE GUEST HOUSE IS AT THE CORNER OF JOUBERT STREET AND KRUGER STREET OPPOSITE PIONIER LAERSKOOL.
Website : BATTLEFIELDS GUEST HOUSE
Kruger St Volksrust 2470 Joubert str 18, Volksrust 017 735 2202 : 060 330 4372
Sunday, September 20, 2015
Volksrust Shopping Center
Volksrust Shopping Complex
Cnr Vrede and Joubert Streets,
Central, Volksrust
Central, Volksrust
Call:017 735 9400
STORES :
~ SHOPRITE
~ OK FURNITURE
~ EXACT
~ MR PRICE
~ CNA
~ ALPHA PHARMACY
~ CAPITEC BANK
~ AND MANY MORE.
~ SHOPRITE
~ OK FURNITURE
~ EXACT
~ MR PRICE
~ CNA
~ ALPHA PHARMACY
~ CAPITEC BANK
~ AND MANY MORE.
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Hoerskool Volksrust
Volksrust High School
The history of education Volksrust began in 1894 when mejj. King en Thompson 'n skool begin het in die Wesleyaanse kerk. King and Thompson a school started in the Wesleyan Church. Hierdie kerkie bestaan nog as die Metodiste gemeente se kerksaal. This church still exists as the Methodist church hall.
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| Volksrust High School |
Joubert St, Volksrust, 2470
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| Volksrust High School Emblem |
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| VHS Volksrust High School |
Friday, September 18, 2015
VOLKSRUST "NATION'S REST" // "PEOPLE'S REST"
HERE IS A LITTLE MORE PICS OF VOLKSRUST "PEOPLE'S REST" / "NATION'S REST"
Dorothea de Jager, daughter of Dirk Uys, one of that battle's victims, named the town Volksrust (Nation's Rest), presumably because it was here that the Transvaal soldiers had rested.
Dorothea de Jager, daughter of Dirk Uys, one of that battle's victims, named the town Volksrust (Nation's Rest), presumably because it was here that the Transvaal soldiers had rested.
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| PEP STORE ON THE CORNER OF JOUBERTSTRAAT(N11) ACROSS THE ROAD FROM VOLKSRUST TOWN HALL |
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| VOLKSRUST TOWN HALL ON THE CORNER OF JOUBERTSTRAAT(N11) ACROSS THE ROAD FROM PEP STORE |
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Volksrust Town
The Town Of Volksrust Is situated near the KwaZulu-Natal border,
It is about 80 km south east of Standerton and 53 km North of Newcastle.
It was established in 1881 and proclaimed in 1889 near where the Battle Of Majuba was fought and won by Transvaal, Thus getting their independence from the British.
Coordinates : 27°22′S 29°53′E
It is about 80 km south east of Standerton and 53 km North of Newcastle.
It was established in 1881 and proclaimed in 1889 near where the Battle Of Majuba was fought and won by Transvaal, Thus getting their independence from the British.
Coordinates : 27°22′S 29°53′E
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