Welkom
Welkom is a city in South Africa's Free State province.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Diocese of Kroonstad
About Welkom
Welkom is located in the Free State region of South Africa. It is situated in a grassland area, which is part of the larger Free State province. The city is an important part of the region's administrative and geographic setting.
Welkom is a notable city due to its rich history and cultural significance. The city's economy is driven by various industries, including mining and agriculture. Welkom has a distinct character shaped by its history and the people who live there.
Welkom's civic information, such as rules, fees, transport, and local services, is collected and verified by rules.city against official sources to provide accurate and reliable information for residents and visitors.
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Notable people from Welkom
Ranked by number of Wikipedia languages that have an article — a proxy for cross-cultural notability. Data: Wikidata.
Mark Shuttleworthb. 1973South African entrepreneur; second self-funded visitor to the International Space Station
Stephen Brislinb. 1956South African Cardinal and Archbishop
Dricus du Plessisb. 1994South African mixed martial artist
Connie Chiume1952–2024South African actress
Dean Elgarb. 1987South African cricketer
Mosa Lebusab. 1992footballer
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