JohannesburgPretoria

JohannesburgPretoria is the combined urban region consisting of Johannesburg and Pretoria, two major cities in Gauteng province, South Africa. The area sits on the highveld and forms the economic and administrative heart of the province.

Johannesburg is the larger city by population and is known as the financial and mining hub, with a diversified economy spanning finance, manufacturing, and services. Pretoria serves as the administrative capital of South Africa and hosts many government departments, embassies, and universities; it is renowned for its landscaped boulevards and historical sites.

The two cities are linked by a dense transport corridor and are connected by the Gauteng provincial road and rail networks, including the Gautrain rapid rail system that runs from Johannesburg's north to Pretoria's east. The region also relies on O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria Airport for international and domestic flights.

The economic integration has led to a large, continuous urban agglomeration with multiple municipalities, research institutions, and business districts.

Culturally and historically, the area includes important landmarks such as the Union Buildings and the Voortrekker Monument, the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, and universities such as the University of Pretoria and the University of Johannesburg. The area has a diverse population and a dynamic arts scene, with commercial districts, malls, and sports venues.

Development corridors and urban planning discussions often treat Johannesburg and Pretoria as a single metropolitan zone within Gauteng, focused on expanding transport, housing, and sustainable development to manage growth and regional connectivity.