Africa as an extreme health hazard, but many asbestos prefabricated houses in Southdene and houses containing asbestos products in ceilings and roofs all around South Africa and the World, are still occupied today. Geography The town of Oberholzer is situated in the constituency of Carletonville & there are no distinct boundaries separating Oberholzer from Carletonville. Together, they make one city. Law and government Government Carletonville forms part of the Merafong City Local Municipality and is situated in the West Rand District Municipality of Gauteng Province. It is also the seat of Merafong City Local Municipality. Economy The economy of the town is dominated by the villagers who live on property owned by the large gold mines surrounding the town. #It is also the home to one of the world's deepest mines. Retail Carletonville Mall, a 25,000m2 shopping complex, opened its doors in 2015 with over 85 stores. The mall is anchored by Choppies, Pick n Pay, and Woolworths. Notable people Brian McMillan, South African cricketer Jaque Fourie, South African rugby union footballer Joseph Dweba, South African rugby union footballer Twin Towns Carletonville is twinned with: Broomhedge, County Antrim, United Kingdom References External links CNN.com Blyvooruitzicht Blyvoor enviro Populated places in the Merafong City Local Municipality Mining communities in South Africa