In this piece, journalist Lucille Davie evaluates Johannesburg’s development by contrasting her 2015 Saturday Star column with an update from 2026. The original article captures an era of civic optimism and emerging creative districts. A decade later, the trajectory has shifted significantly.
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It is appropriate to begin with a declaration of interest: I contributed a chapter on Prynnsberg and supported the publication of this book. That proximity, however, also allows for a fuller appreciation of both its achievements and its limitations. Jackie Kalley, publishing under her Otterley Press
Blue Plaques
Presbyterian Services started on the second Sunday of October 1904, in the Town Hall in Marias Street. Services were so well attended that a decision was made to build a church building. The government stepped in and donated a stand for the building of a church on condition that the building is erected within 12 months. Presbytery endorsed a loan of £250 and Rev. McCulloch helped raise money for the erection.
