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Echoes of the Oude Begraafplaats: The Living History of Alexandra Park
In the quiet corners of Potchefstroom, where the grass grows long and the shadows of ancient trees stretch across weathered stone, lies a sanctuary that bridges two centuries of South African triumph and tragedy. Alexandra Park , known to historians as the "Old Cemetery" or Oude Begraafplaats , is far more than a collection of graves; it is a sprawling open-air archive of the Transvaal’s earliest days. Established in 1840, just two years after the town itself was founded, thi

Karen Scheepers
Apr 164 min read


Road Closure Notice for OAKtober Family OakRun in Potchefstroom on 18 October
Residents and motorists in Potchefstroom are advised to take note of temporary road closures and traffic adjustments taking place this coming Saturday, 18 October 2025 , during the OAKtober Family OakRun on the Bult. Hosted by the Oak Avenue Interest Group in collaboration with Potchefstroom Central School , the event will run from 07:30 to 09:30 , and aims to bring families, students, and community members together for a morning of fitness and fun, while also supporting l

Karen Scheepers
Oct 13, 20252 min read
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