DRIEZIEK · FAQ
Orange Farm 1805 — questions from the block
The most-asked questions about Drieziek Ext 1–10 and Orange Farm — where it is, how it’s divided, transport, and how to plug into the community.
Where is Drieziek located?+
Drieziek is a section of Orange Farm township in southern Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It sits under postal code 1805 and covers Extensions 1 through 10, between the R553 Golden Highway and the Klip River.
Which province is Drieziek in?+
Drieziek falls under Gauteng province. It is administered by the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Region G, and forms part of the greater Orange Farm township south of Soweto.
Where is Orange Farm located?+
Orange Farm is a township roughly 45 km south of central Johannesburg, off the R553 Golden Highway between Eikenhof and Evaton. Drieziek Ext 1–10 makes up the north-western portion of the township.
What is the postal code for Orange Farm and Drieziek?+
The postal code for Orange Farm — including Drieziek Ext 1–10, Stretford, Lakeside and the surrounding extensions — is 1805.
How far is Orange Farm from Johannesburg CBD?+
It is about 45 km from Orange Farm to the Johannesburg CBD via the N1 South or Golden Highway (R553). Drive time is typically 45–60 minutes off-peak and 75–90 minutes in traffic.
How far is Orange Farm from Pretoria?+
Orange Farm sits roughly 95 km south of Pretoria via the N1. Expect around 1 hour 15 minutes of driving time outside of peak traffic.
How is Orange Farm divided?+
Orange Farm is split into numbered extensions and named sections: Drieziek Ext 1–10, Stretford Ext 1–10, Lakeside, Kanana, Thulani and a handful of informal settlements. Each section falls under its own ward councillor.
When was Orange Farm established?+
Orange Farm was established in the late 1980s (around 1988) as a resettlement area on former farmland. It has since grown into one of the largest townships in southern Gauteng, home to well over 200,000 residents.
Are there bus and taxi services from Orange Farm?+
Yes — Metrobus and PUTCO run daily routes into Johannesburg CBD and Soweto, and mini-bus taxi ranks operate from Drieziek, Stretford and the Orange Farm Multipurpose Centre. Metrorail services stop at Stretford and Lawley stations when the line is operational.
How do I get to Orange Farm during protests?+
During protests the Golden Highway (R553) and Drieziek main roads are often blocked. Use the N1 South to the Grasmere off-ramp, then approach via Evaton, and check the Drieziek Notice Board for live SAPS and ward-councillor alerts before travelling.
Does Orange Farm have good local resources?+
Yes. Key facilities include the Orange Farm Multipurpose Centre, Stretford Clinic, Kanana Community Health Centre, several primary and secondary schools, SAPS Orange Farm, and a growing spaza and hustle economy documented in the Drieziek Shop the Kasi directory.
How do I post a notice or list my business on Drieziek?+
Head to the Notice Board to submit a community alert, or open Shop the Kasi and tap ‘Sell your product’ to list a spaza, hair salon, panelbeater or any hustle. Both are free and go live after a quick moderator review.