Bruma is a suburb of

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. It is noted for a small lake (being treated to reduce water-borne pollution), and for its popular

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which sold souvenirs from across Africa. The old flea market was closed due to the development of a Chinese mall. Around 50 art and craft traders operate from nearby Oppenheimer Street and continues to attract many visitors and tourists. The area surrounding Bruma Lake has been redeveloped in the last few years. It has a small mall known as Asia City. The mall mainly sells goods imported from Asia.

Geography

Communities

The residential area is renowned for compact houses and townhouses. The neighbouring suburbs include

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, where a small Chinatown exists,

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and

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Bruma Lake Flea Market, Gauteng

Bruma flea market offers a wide range of arts and crafts from South Africa and other African countries. There are more than 50 art and craft traders presently operating along Oppenheimer Street, Bruma (opposite McDonald's). Some of the arts and crafts sold at the market include handmade items such as bead work, wood crafts, wire art, stone sculptures, African clothing and leather souvenirs. The old Bruma flea market was closed during 2012.

Law and government

Government

The

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previously had its head office in Waterview Corner in Bruma.Johannesburg Office
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. Retrieved on 16 February 2012. "2 Ernest Oppenheimer Avenue Waterview Corner Bruma 2198"

Infrastructure

Roads

The R24, N12 and N3 Eastern Bypass highways are accessible from Bruma, and the R24 highway leads directly to O.R International Airport, formerly called Johannesburg Airport.

References

{{Greater Johannesburg, communities Johannesburg Region E