Polokwane at a glance
Polokwane, which translates to "Place of Safety" in Northern Sotho, is also known by its former name of Pietersburg. The city is the capital of the Limpopo Province and is South Africa's largest urban centre north of Gauteng. It lies roughly halfway between Gauteng (300 km) and the Zimbabwean border (200 km.)
Popular suburbs in Polokwane include Westenburg, Nirvana, Bendor, Welgelegen, Moregloed, Annadale, Ivydale, Flora Park, Fauna Park, Penina Park, Ivy Park, Ster Park, Dalmada, Broadlands, Woodlands, and Thornhill.
Property in Polokwane ranges from beautifully designed homes to modern sought-after apartments.
Notable people from Polokwane include controversial anti-apartheid activist Peter Mokaba and professional baseball player Gift Ngoepe. Caster Semenya, middle-distance runner and world champion, as does former South African national rugby team captain, John Smit.
Polokwane was one of the host cities of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
A brief history of the area
In 1886, the Voortrekkers under the leadership of Andries Potgieter founded a new town and named it "Pietersburg" in honour of Voortrekker leader Petrus Jacobus Joubert. During the Boer War, the British built a concentration camp at Pietersburg to incarcerate almost 4,000 Boer women and children.
On 23 April 1992 the town officially became a city, and on 25 February 2005, the South African government declared the official name of the city as Polokwane.
Climate
Average temperatures in Polokwane reach around 21-22 °C in January and fall to 11 °C in July. Polokwane has a dry climate with summer rainy season and a pronounced dry spell during winter. Average annual rainfall is 495 mm, with December or January the wettest month and July the driest.
Distance from key points
Polokwane is served by two airports. A public airport, Polokwane International Airport, is just north of the city, (5.5km away from the city centre) while the smaller Pietersburg Civil Airport is south-east of the city (5.9km away).
Schools in the area
Some of the well-known schooling facilities in Polokwane include; Elica Primary School, Myngenoegen English Private School, Pietersburg Comprehensive School, Curro Heuwelkruin Independent School, Hoërskool Noorderland, Pietersburg Laerskool, Taxila Secondary School, Bokamoso Senior Secondary School, and Prenora Preparatory School.
The University of Limpopo's Turfloop campus is also situated about 30 km east of Polokwane.
Medical facilities
Netcare Pholoso Hospital, Polokwane Hospital, Mediclinic Limpopo, along with the Polokwane Provincial Hospital are great medical facilities available for residents in the city.
Shopping Malls
Convenient shopping malls in Polokwane include; Limpopo Mall, Savannah Mall, Cycad mall, Thornhill mall, as well as the Mall of the North.
Restaurants
If you are looking for delicious food in Polokwane, one of these top restaurants should be on top of your list; Saskia Restaurant, Ambiance Restaurant, Nguni Grill, Nguni Grill, The Sugar Cube, Cubaña, and Asha's Restaurant.
Special Attractions
Polokwane was the first city to unveil a bust of the ex-president Nelson Mandela in its City Square which was personally authorised by Nelson Mandela.
The city's art gallery features an extensive art collection which is popular with art lovers from all over the world.
Polokwane is very popular with ecotourists due to the various nature and wildlife viewing opportunities available, such as the Polokwane Game Reserve, Polokwane Bird and Reptile Park, Cheune Crocodile Farm, Moletzie Bird Sanctuary, and Modjadji Rainforest near Duiwelskloof.
Meropa Casino and Entertainment World is a Moroccan-style casino with various outdoor entertainment amenities, such as go-karts, minigolf, and a wildlife park.
The city is also renowned as the premier hunting destination in the country.
Make Polokwane your home today!
Contact RealNet Polokwane today for more information on how you can make the dynamic city of Polokwane your home or secure your best investment to date.
160 Residential Homes For Sale in Polokwane
FROM R619,000 to R43,200,000
R760,000
2 Bedroom Townhouse For Sale in Bendor
Two bedroom Townhouse for sale in Bendor. Fully tiled with one bathroom. Open plan kitchen with...
26 Residential Homes To Let in Polokwane
FROM R3,000 to R26,760
R3,980 pm
1 Bedroom Flat To Let in Moregloed
This modern updated bachelor flat comes equipped with a bathroom and kitchen, situated in a very...
8 Commercial Properties For Sale in Polokwane
FROM R960,000 to R32,799,999
R960,000
102m² Office For Sale in Polokwane Central
Don't miss the opportunity to be the owner of this conveniently situated office space, available at only R 9,300 per sqm (102 sqm). You...
7 Commercial Properties To Let in Polokwane
FROM R76 to R279
R260,800 pm
3,300m² Warehouse To Let in Laboria
This 3300sqm is an Ideal opportunity for businesses in need of a spacious and well-equipped warehouse. The key features, such as offices,...
1 Industrial Property For Sale in Polokwane
FROM R24,075,000
R24,075,000
760m² Factory For Sale in Polokwane Industria
Lock stock and barrel. This 2400m² Industrial Property includes 4 Businesses, with the selling price that EXCLUDES VAT. You get this...
2 Industrial Properties To Let in Polokwane
FROM R40 to R62
R73,000 pm
1,800m² Warehouse To Let in Nirvana Industrial
Well positioned industrial warehouse to let in Superbia Pricing excludes VAT, water, electricity, municipal cost and operational...
2 Mixed-Use Properties For Sale in Polokwane
FROM R3,610,000 to R6,220,000
R3,610,000
1,428m² Office For Sale in Polokwane Central
Ideally Located In Central Polokwane This Property Offers You: Reception Room 8 offices Boardroom 2 Kitchens 3 Bathrooms Flatlet With 2...
9 Mixed-Use Properties To Let in Polokwane
FROM R42 to R237
R29,700 pm
240m² Office To Let in Polokwane Central
This property is perfectly located in CBD. Consisting of the following: Reception area Offices 1 Boardroom Kitchen Toilets Small...
Disclaimer: While every effort will be made to ensure that the information contained within the RealNet Properties website is accurate and up to date, RealNet Properties makes no warranty, representation or undertaking whether expressed or implied, nor do we assume any legal liability, whether direct or indirect, or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information. Prospective purchasers and tenants should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained herein.