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EPISODE · Apr 12, 2026 · 1 MIN

The Rise and Fall of Hillbrow in 130 Years

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In the early days of Johannesburg, a suburb was laid out as a safe, healthy alternative to the noise, dust and danger of the town centre. Established in 1895, this quiet area, looked down on the gold diggings from the brow of a hill. Hence the name "Hillbrow". HOT1027’s Al Prodgers takes a look...

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