Johannesburg from Above: South Africa’s City of Gold

Experience breathtaking aerial drone footage of Johannesburg, South Africa in stunning 8K UHD HDR at 60 FPS. This collection showcases the city’s vibrant landscapes, urban architecture, and sprawling surroundings from above.

Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa and the capital of Gauteng province, began as a 19th-century gold-mining settlement. Its famous Soweto township was once home to Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. Known colloquially as Jozi, Joburg, Jo'burg, or ""The City of Gold,"" Johannesburg is the most populous city in South Africa, with 4,803,262 residents. The city serves as the financial hub of the nation, hosting 74% of corporate headquarters, and is home to South Africa’s only stock exchange, the Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE), ranked among the top 20 exchanges globally by market capitalization.