Townships are an important part of the South African experience, one that allows visitors to experience everything that the country has to offer, rather than just the small slices of the idyllic lifestyles that a lucky few are privileged to be a part of. In fact, townships are an integral part of South Africa, and while they were created during a difficult time in the history of the country, they have since evolved into something of a culture of their own, and in some parts of the country, it’s even possible to tour the local townships.
National Commercial Banks Standard Bank (founded in Port Elizabeth) ABSA Capitec Bank First National Bank and Nedbank have branches and multiple ATMs available.In terms of living conditions and areas, South Africa is generally split down the middle between those that live in bigger cities and suburbs, and those that live in the townships.
Retailers such as Shoprite, Spar, PEP, and national restaurant chains Debonairs Pizza, Steers, and Kentucky Fried Chicken have a presence in Motherwell. It also has a clinic a day hospital library numerous public parks community centers. Motherwell has a number of public schools, both at primary and secondary level. Further but nearby communities include Amsterdamhoek/Bluewater Bay, Swartkops, Wells Estate/Saint George's Strand and Coega. Neighbouring include Swartkops River nature reserve in the south-west and Markman Industrial Park in the east. It is separated into blocks called "NU"s (e.g. Motherwell is a township with about 140000 inhabitants (2011) about 25 km north of the Port Elizabeth city centre and is situated on the northern outskirts of the city's metropolitan area. It is the largest settlement in terms of population and land area in Port Elizabeth. Motherwell was planned to accommodate the black squatters who were relocated from Zwide (and Veeplaas), and construction began in 1984. It forms part of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality which is the metropolitan area comprising Port Elizabeth, Despatch, Uitenhage and other surrounding towns. Motherwell is a township in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
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