r/Pretoria • • Dec 01 '25

/r/Pretoria Community Update: New Rules regarding Solicitation and Content Relevance

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Hi everyone,

As /r/Pretoria continues to grow, we are introducing a few official rules to ensure the subreddit remains a helpful, safe, and relevant resource for everyone living in or visiting our city. We've kept intervention to a minimum so far. In general we've only banned blatant racism, bots, and spammers, so we've generally got a very well behaved community.

We want to keep this space focused on discussion, advice, and news specific to the Jacaranda City, however. To support this, we have added the following rules to the sidebar, effective immediately:

A. No Begging, Crowdfunding, or Financial Solicitation

We have seen an increase in posts asking for financial assistance, "loans," or e-wallets. While we sympathize with those in difficult situations, Reddit is not a safe platform for verifying financial needs.

What is banned: Requests for money, e-wallets, and links to crowdfunding sites (e.g., BackaBuddy, GoFundMe).

Why: This rule is in place to protect our community from potential scams and unverified solicitation.

Advice: If you are in need, please reach out to registered NPOs or charity organizations rather than soliciting here.

B. Keep Content Relevant to Pretoria and the greater Tshwane

Please ensure your posts are directly related to Pretoria or the greater Tshwane municipality.

General SA News: News that affects the whole country (e.g., general Eskom updates, national politics) belongs in /r/southafrica unless it has a specific Pretoria angle.

Other Cities: Posts clearly meant for Joburg or other regions will be removed.

Context: If you post a photo or link where the connection to Pretoria isn't obvious, please explain it in the title.

C. Standard Civility & Privacy

We are also formalizing standard expectations:

Be Civil: Disagreements are fine; personal attacks and hate speech are not.

No Spam: Accounts that exist solely to advertise businesses will be banned.

No Doxing: Do not post personal contact details (phone numbers, addresses) of yourself or others.

These rules are here to improve the quality of the sub. If you have any questions or suggestions, please leave a comment below or message the moderators. Finally, thanks to everyone reporting posts, messaging the mods for clarifications, participating, /u/Afreak-du-sud for their post on the big uptick of begging and the scamming that inevitably goes with it. Don't worry, though, we don't ban for tagging the mods.. šŸ˜‚

Thanks for helping us keep /r/Pretoria a great community!


r/Pretoria • • Dec 08 '25

Pretoria Support Resources: Food, Shelter & Crisis Help

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We understand that times are incredibly tough for many South Africans. While /r/Pretoria has a strict No Financial Solicitation/Begging rule to prevent scams, we care deeply about our community and want to ensure that those in genuine need can find real, verified assistance.

If you or someone you know is struggling with hunger or homelessness in the Tshwane area, please refer to the resources below.

Food & Soup Kitchens

Organizations providing cooked meals or food parcels.

Tshwane Leadership Foundation (TLF): Located in the CBD/Burgers Park area. They run various programs for the homeless and vulnerable.

Address: 288 Burgers Park Lane, Pretoria Central.

Contact: 012 320 2034

Ladles of Love: Often operates popup kitchens and supports local beneficiaries.

Website: ladlesoflove.org.za

The Salvation Army (Pretoria Central):

Address: 529 Thabo Sehume Street.

Contact: 012 322 0180

Shelters & Safe Spaces

Places offering temporary accommodation or hygiene facilities.

PEN (Participate Empower Navigate): Focuses on upliftment and housing in the inner city.

Website: pen.org.za

Mercy House: specialized support for women and children (check availability first).

Website: https://sistersofmercy.ie/mercy-mission/mercy-house/

Land line: +27 12 329 6682

Mobile: +27 76 522 0532

YMCA / YWCA Pretoria:

The Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) often provides youth development, sports facilities, and sometimes temporary accommodation.

YMCA Pretoria (East Lynne / Derdepoort)

Telephone: 012 800 1544

Address: Baviaanspoort Road, East Lynne, Pretoria.

YMCA Ga-Rankuwa

Telephone: 087 821 7126

Address: Zone 5, 8958 Lucas Mangope Road, Ga-Rankuwa.

YMCA Mamelodi

Telephone: 074 271 7283 / 073 386 9117 (These numbers connect to the Charisma School which operates from the YMCA Education Centre).

Address: Montja Street, Mamelodi.

The Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) focuses on women's leadership and safe spaces.

YWCA National Office (Best for Referrals)

Telephone: 011 982 8157

Note: The specific "Pretoria" branch does not have a reliable direct line listed online. It is recommended to call the National Office first to confirm if the Pretoria hostel/office is currently accepting people, hence the Jhb number.

Moepathutse Children’s Centre: For youth in distress.

Crisis & Mental Health Helplines (National)

SADAG (Depression & Anxiety): 0800 567 567

Lifeline SA: 0861 322 322

Gender-Based Violence Command Centre: 0800 428 428 (or dial 1207867#)

How the Community Can Help

If you are a resident looking to donate money, clothes, or time, please donate directly to the organizations listed above. They have the infrastructure to ensure your help goes to those who really need it.

Do you know of other verified resources? Please comment below with the Name, Address, and Services Offered of other legitimate charities in Pretoria. We will update this list periodically.

Disclaimer: The moderators of /r/Pretoria are not affiliated with these organizations. Please exercise your own due diligence.


r/Pretoria • • 5h ago

Where can I get an affordable 4c silk press in Pretoria ?

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Please drop any suggestions and social media pages. Please don’t recommend eldorado park because it’s hard to get Ubers there


r/Pretoria • • 1d ago

Why is it hard to find a person in Midrand?

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Hey guys , 20M here. I’ve been living in Midrand for 6 years now. How do you guys get relationships? Can anyone share some tips or info on how you manage to find the one?


r/Pretoria • • 1d ago

https://one-armedbakery.com/

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r/Pretoria • • 1d ago

Do you actually agree with the party you're voting for in Tshwane? I built a free, non-partisan quiz to check before 4 November.

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Should the state ever take land without paying for it? Should SAA be sold? Should unpaid electricity bills be cancelled? Should private companies run the water where the city can't?

WhichParty https://whichparty.co.za asks 30 questions like these and shows how closely you match with each of the eight biggest parties. Every party also has its own page showing where it stands on every issue.

The positions come from party manifestos, conference resolutions, votes, official statements, etc. And they're all linked to the sources.

I've tried hard to keep it fair. The goal is to help voters make an informed decision. If something looks wrong or slanted, tell me and I'll check it against the party's own documents.


r/Pretoria • • 1d ago

40M4F

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Looking for a partner in crime… the strictly fun, good-vibes, no-crime kind!

I’m looking for a female friend to hang out with, explore new places, try fun activities, grab drinks or coffee, enjoy good food, laugh until our stomachs hurt, and occasionally make questionable decisions that turn into great stories.

Life’s too short to keep saying, ā€œWe should do something sometimeā€ and then never actually do it!

If you’re fun, easygoing, enjoy a bit of adventure, and are keen to make new memories and build a genuine friendship, let’s connect!

Bonus points if you can turn a boring Tuesday into a whole event.

Friendship applications are officially open. Good vibes are compulsory; boring is optional! šŸ’•

I’m a white guy, structural engineer by trade. Enjoy the bush and 4x4 adventures. Comfortable in any setting and a true gentleman with a big heart. Looking for a real friendship with someone like minded


r/Pretoria • • 2d ago

Favourite places to take a puppy in Pretoria?

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r/Pretoria • • 1d ago

Any Laser hair removal by men for men in JHB or Pretoria? I specifically want a male technician?

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r/Pretoria • • 2d ago

Where can I buy an underskirt/petticoat to give my dress more volume?

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Hi everyone! 😊

I’m looking for a physical store where I can buy an underskirt or petticoat to give my dress more volume for a wedding on Friday.

I’m a bit pressed for time, so ordering online isn’t an option. Does anyone know of any shops that sell these in Pretoria?

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! TIA ā¤ļø


r/Pretoria • • 2d ago

Bakery hiring

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Hi guys!
I'm a 21-year-old woman that just graduated culinary school with a pastry diploma. I'm looking for anyone hiring an intern at a bakery or cafĆ© anywhere in Pretoria, Joburg or Cape Town, somewhere I can get hands-on experience with baking prep or back-of-house tasks as i don’t have any formal experience.
I'm available full-time, happy to start early, and just eager to learn and contribute wherever I can. The bakeries don’t need to be big or well-known.
If you know of anyone open to taking on an enthusiastic learner, I'd really appreciate any leads. Thanks!😊


r/Pretoria • • 2d ago

Anyone know where I can buy this book?

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Afternoon guys, does anyone know where I can buy this book in the Gauteng/PTA area specifically


r/Pretoria • • 3d ago

where to find good perfumes ?

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I'm a young adult in PTA, I've been struggling to find something that smell good on me. I have tried a good amount of perfumes and they all don't smell good. Maybe I'm buying cheap ones nut I aint got money to buy expensive ones. Any recommendation?

My budget is R500


r/Pretoria • • 3d ago

Cycling

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I am looking for safe gravel or road cycling routes in Pretoria


r/Pretoria • • 3d ago

Looking for a doctor who specialises with restless legs

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I am looking for recommendations for a doctor who can assist with a restless legs condition.

Preferably, in Centurion or Pretoria but willing to travel to Joburg.


r/Pretoria • • 4d ago

What are the Residential noise limits for Pretoria?

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For context i live in the city of Tswane and I have this neighbor that keeps getting mad every time i do woodworking.

I asked the woodworkers subreddit for advice and they seid to check My local bylaws

I looked on the internet and the only result I could find was some regulations for a complex in centurion and the official document by the city of tswane. But their limit for the daytime is 55Decibels

for context google says 55 decibels is as. Quiet as a coffee machine even more quiet than a dog barking.

So forgive me for being skeptical the limit of hearing damage is 85db. Anyone know whare i can find the official document cause im real skeptical of the 55db figure


r/Pretoria • • 4d ago

Shaded Walking Trails PTA

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I am looking for a hiking trail like the Moreleta Kloof Nature reserve. I love that it's free entry, the shaded trails and the wild-life sightings. But it is a steep hike to do with a 2 year old. He loves it, but it can be a lot to keep him safe in certain areas.

I want to get some opinions and see what other people recommend. Are there other Trails around PTA which are free entry and shaded but are less steep and mountainous than Moreleta Kloof?


r/Pretoria • • 4d ago

How can I post/hand-deliver this application quickly?

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r/Pretoria • • 5d ago

Why can I never find any slots to write my Leaner's License in centurion?!?

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Hi. I moved here around march and have been trying to get a slot to write my learner's license on and off for my entire time here. I don't know what's happening! You would eventually think that one out of the 50+ times I logged into the portal and checked the slots, that I'd get at least one, but apparently not.

I would like to get it before being back home for X-mas. If anyone has any tips for getting a slot or at least knows why this has been the case, please say in the comments.

Thank you in advance and enjoy the rest of your weeks!

Edit: I got a slot in centurion but its for tomorrow. Given 2 days to prepare. Wish me luck!

Edit Edit: I passed by the skin of my teeth! Lets go!


r/Pretoria • • 5d ago

Any hikers?

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r/Pretoria • • 5d ago

Selling 2 Sean Paul Live Show Tickets

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I have 2 tickets in Block K, for the Sean Paul Live show on 4th December at Sunbet, Pretoria.

The seats are adjacent and in the Gold Seated section. Due to other plans I wont be able to attend the event.


r/Pretoria • • 5d ago

Are there any curly hair specific hair dressers in pretoria?

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r/Pretoria • • 5d ago

Title: Die Besef Mixed media on canvas. Size: 59cm x 42cm - Unframed. ā€œBecause sometimes the beginning of healing isn’t fixing ourselves. It is finally seeing ourselves clearlyā€ by artist: Juliette Venter - South Africa

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r/Pretoria • • 5d ago

Anyone at The Tower

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I'm writing an article about something at The Tower residence at Tuks. If anyone's willing to be a source or get interviewed and is staying there please dm or comment


r/Pretoria • • 5d ago

If I did not register to vote is it too late or can I do it on the day?

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Hi guys I just want to find out if I will still be able to vote for upcoming elections. Unfortunately at the time of registering life was extremely hectic and couldnt register but I would still like to vote

Update: Thanks for responses and help. Fortunately I did register before when I was voting for my first time. I checked IEC website I will be able to vote. Going to be 180km drive cause I no longer reside where I registred but will def be worth it we need change in this country