Alphabetical list of South African towns

The East Rand is the name of the urban eastern part of the Witwatersrand that is functionally merged with the Johannesburg conurbation. 
     		This area became settled by Europeans after a gold-bearing reef discovered in 1886 and sparked the gold rush that gave rise to the establishment of Johannesburg.

The large black townships of the East Rand were the scene of heavy clashes between the African National Congress and the Inkatha Freedom Party before the end of Apartheid.

The region extends from Germiston in the west to Springs in the east, and south down to Nigel, and includes the towns of Alberton, Boksburg, Benoni, Brakpan, Kempton Park, Edenvale, and Bedfordview.

As part of the restructuring of municipalities in South Africa at the time, the local governments of the East Rand were merged into a single municipality in 1999, called the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, meaning "place of peace."

Despite having a separate municipal government, like the West Rand, the East Rand is included in the Greater Johannesburg metropolitan area. To this end, the East Rand shares the same dialing code as Johannesburg (011 locally). 

It is not uncommon for residents of the East Rand to work in Johannesburg proper and vice versa.

 looking4 ►                                       Boksburg

Creative Wheels  Owner Leon De Rouwe "Elegance, Quality & Style"  An approved Hi-Q Fitment Centre Specializing in: Full range of new tyres, and mag wheels.  Wheel balancing, Shocks; Brakes, Computerized Wheel Alignment For: Passenger, LDV's and 4x4's. This versatile  repair and fitment vendor *Tests *Charges batteries while carrying a range of Battery Accessories *Specializing in: 4x4 Roof racks, Suspensions, Long range fuel tanks, Bull Bars, Tow bars, Roll Bars and 4x4 Accessories (Canvas products) *Provides built on (Bosal) exhaust systems *BroSpeed Performance Exhaust and F1-X Tailpieces.  C/o Northrand & Rondebult Road, K90 Centre, Boksburg +27 (0) 11 823 5485/6  Fax: +27 (0) 11 823 5491 web: www.looking4.co.za/creativewheels.htm e-mail: creativewheels@telkomsa.net 

Herman's Battery Clinic  Owner Herman Strauss  A battery clinic where car and truck batteries can be charged and serviced, or new/refurbished batteries sold.  The best value for money in the battery game. Open till late. 
(For further information call the proprietor of  H O U T H U I S)  33 Main Street, Witfield Boksburg. Tel: 083 753 4925 web: www.looking4.co.za/houthuis.htm e-mail: houthuis1@yahoo.com 

H O U T H U I S - PUB & GRILL  Owner Herman Strauss This popular Pub offers all the normal amenities plus a whole lot more. Big screen TV a sizable dance floor, karaoke, pool tables, cozy fire place and an indoor griller for customer wishing to prepare a chop or some wors for themselves.  Make use of the fresh meat supplied by management.  Ask about 'papwors' !  biltong, dry wors or mince. A private bar makes this an ideal venue for functions, parties and corporate events.  In the back is situated a battery clinic where car and truck batteries can be charged and serviced, or new/refurbished batteries sold.  "A Pub With A Difference"   33 Main Street, Witfield Boksburg. Tel: 083 753 4925 web: www.looking4.co.za/houthuis.htm e-mail: houthuis1@yahoo.com 

 TOP Grill ROADHOUSE Owner Johan Albanis or Contact Terry Albanis Eat *at our tables  *in your car or *collect a take-away.... anyway you like it, the quality of our food remains excellent.  For quick and friendly service our staff is at the ready to serve.  An ideal family outing 7 days a week.  For the last 27 years this family business has served the best meals and are renowned for breakfasts, lunches and dinners. 
                                                         "Visit us Once and Become a Regular."  
135 Pretoria Road, Witfield Boksburg. Tel/Fax: +27 (0) 11 826 5882 or Contact Terry on 083 287 6057 web: www.looking4.co.za/topgrill.htm  e-mail: athlonxp@mweb.co.za 

 looking4 ►                   Kempton Park
Hearing Care Services (Pr No 083 000 0029823) Hearing testing.  Suppliers of Acoustic sound processors.  Introducing the revolutionary new digital custom canal hearing aid. Your excuse for not hearing has virtually disappeared.  Covered by most major medical schemes. Head Office Pta - Kempton Park. (East Rand) Facilities & Referrals in many other towns. Click here for Editorial Correspondence: PO Box 49718, Hercules, 0030. Pta-Central Office - Why delay? Contact us now. Tel/Fax: +27 (0) 12 377 0361 +27 (0) 12 377 3796(H) or Contact Andrč on  082 892 3751 (24/7)  Kempton Park - East Rand  +27 (0) 11 975 0396 web: www.looking4.co.za/hearingcare.htm  e-mail: adsupply@iafrica.com

 looking4 ►                        Primrose
Angel's Meat Hyper Owner - Leon Kruger This exceptional meat trader insists on the best quality, a neat and clean shop with the widest range of products "Where client and quality meet"  Besides the best cuts in *beef *pork *mutton or lamb, the list of peripherals is endless: *sauces *marinades *condiments *spices and fruit juices are found on the shelves, while *wood *charcoal and fire lighters are displayed with braai sets and even some emergency groceries.  Biltong and dry wors is very popular and spit braais are available for hire.  Weddings, functions and events will become a great deal easier if you ask Angel's Meat Hyper to lend a hand. 19 Rietfontein Road, Primrose, East Rand.  
+27 (0) 11 873 4783 or 082 309 7126 web: www.looking4.co.za/angelsmeat.htm 

Car Auto Paints Owner Leslie van Niekerk "where quality counts" This professional Auto Paint Technician is 
 "TOPS IN COLOUR MATCHING" and provides all the peripherals such as tools, sprayguns, abrasives, fillers and tapes.  Agents for:   LUXOR PAINTS and KAPCI COATINGS leaders in auto paint technology.  Also look for names 
like   Presta  CAR SYSTEM   MIRKA  GARRYSON and   KLINGSPOR Abrasive Technology Colour mixing done on the premises. We also stock a range of industrial paints, hammer tone and quick drying metal coatings.  147 Rietfontein Street, Primrose. +27 (0) 11 822 3099  Fax: +27 (086) 613 3772  or Contact Leslie on 076 666 3124 web: www.looking4.co.za/carpaints.htm e-mail: carautopaints@telkomsa.net

EASTERN SPICE & SNACK BAR - Take-Away  Owner - Lallie Meyer or Contact Delvin  A True "Taste of Durban" with samoosas, bunny chows, curries and spices.  Visit this little mecca of Indian Cuisine for the cozy atmosphere and freshly cooked meals.  Also available is biltong, doughnuts and home-bake.  We supply take-aways and local deliveries.  Also ask about our spices for home use.  Try us out and become a regular.  Shop 13B Primrose Mall, Rietfontein Road, Primrose. +27 (0) 11 822 6434 Tel/Fax: +27 (0) 11 822 3103  or Contact Lallie on 074 453 3923 web: www.looking4.co.za/easternspice.htm 

MIDWAY BuyRite  Owners - Ahmed & Fatima   "Value for Money Variety Diversity and a Member of  Buy Rite "   Well stocked and friendly service.  These are some of the reasons for the success of this enterprizing Supermarket.  Crockery, Plastic Utensils, Some hardware, Toiletries, Dairy products, Dry goods and all the items you would expect from a well organized family store.  If you are a visitor to Primrose and saw us on the web please give us your comments.  193 Rietfontein Road, Primrose. Tel/Fax: +27 (0) 11 828 1344 or Contact: 083 789 8510  web: www.looking4.co.za/midwaybuyrite.htm e-mail: samsoodeen@telkomsa.net

 RA's SPORTS BAR & FAMILY RESTAURANT  Owners - Robbie and Annetjie Holland  "THE FRIENDLY FAMILY PUB" This is a pub with a local patronage who all think very highly of the standard and value for money of the set menu:-  We serve a home cooked meal between 5pm and 7pm, to be enjoyed in the dining area next to the hearth, or to take home on your way from work.  Our wine list is superb, the service is personal and outstanding.  Karaoke, dancing (Langarm), pool, live music and a good pub makes RA's the place to be. For: Wining, Dining, Dancing.  26 Porter Street, Sunny Ridge Circle, Primrose. Contact: 082 642 8080 web: www.looking4.co.za/rasports.htm 

   looking4 ►                 East Rand - Outside Listings  
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 Destiny Guest House & Tea Garden Owner - Andrč du Plessis Enjoy the peace & quiet of this private 
"Home from Home" with it's farm and country setting.  Holiday accommodation or weekend get-aways. Private Tea garden for guests, TV, Self catering or catering.  Air-conditioned. Bring your own meat or we provide braai packs.  Parties, functions, conferences, small weddings. Also incorporating scenic 2km mountain trail, 4X4 track and walking trail situated in the Witwaters Mountain range. This track is rated @ 3-4. Ideal venue for club meetings. Ext. Van der Hoff Road, West Moot, Pta-Swacina Park. Tel/Fax: +27 (0) 12 377 0361  or Contact Andrč on 082 892 3751 web: www.looking4.co.za/destinyhouse.htm  
e-mail: adsupply@iafrica.com 

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