Statue of Mahatma Gandhi, Bronze statue in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The Statue of Mahatma Gandhi is a bronze figure in a central square of Johannesburg, depicting the leader wearing his legal robes. The sculpture stands in a well-trafficked area connected to public transportation and pedestrian pathways.
The statue was installed in 1993 at the location where Gandhi practiced law from 1903 to 1913. During those years, he developed his philosophy of non-violent resistance that would later influence global movements.
The memorial represents the intersection of Indian and South African civil rights movements through Gandhi's two decades in the country. Visitors can sense how his presence shaped local resistance movements and continues to be discussed in public conversations.
The square is easily accessible by public transportation with several bus connections nearby. There are clear walking paths around the area, making it convenient for pedestrian access.
The statue became the center of public debate in 2023 when a political party proposed its removal. The controversy revealed different perspectives on how a society should remember and interpret historical figures.
GPS coordinates: -29.60211,30.37833
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49
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