the following main places: Parks and nature Ekurhuleni has over 206 wetlands and lakes. Germiston Lake is a natural pan in the Elsburgspruit system and has a catchment area of 1174ha. It is fed mostly by surface runoff water and storm water drains. The lake is one of the cleanest bodies of water in South Africa. It has a size of 57.4 ha and a maximum capacity of 2839×. Its depth is approximately 8 metres. On the banks of the lake are a recreational park with playground equipment and braai areas as well as a rowing club and golf club. A wetland of note is the Blesbokriver wetland which stretches over an area of 1858ha. Flamingos can be found in the Marievale Bird sanctuary. The Bullfrog Pan is almost 10 hectares and is home to more than 150 bird species. Landmarks In 2017, the Chris Hani memorial at Thomas Nkobi Memorial Park in Boksburg was revealed during the 22nd commemoration of his death. The Chris Hani memorial site consists of the Monument, the Walk of Remembrance and the Wall of Remembrance which recognizes the historical events, places and people associated with the liberation struggle of South Africa. The Thokoza Wall of Remembrance commemorates the people who died in the fight between the Inkatha Freedom Party and the residents. Arts and culture Ekurhuleni has a rich cultural life. In 2017, the Thami Mnyele Fine arts award had its 30th anniversary. The local music scene is well and alive and Ekurhuleni gave rise to a few notable music stars. O.R. Tambo Narrative Centre tells visitors all about the lives and contributions of the Tambo couple towards the dismantling of Apartheid in South Africa. It is situated on the banks of the Leeupan Wetland. It also has an exhibition of environmental education aimed at children. Since 2016, Ekurhuleni has hosted the Ekurhuleni International Film Festival. Demographics In 2016, 3,379,104 people lived in Ekurhuleni, of whom 22.7% were under 15 years old, 71.2% were between the ages of 15-64 and 6.1% were older than 65 years old. Ekurhuleni had 1,299,490 households with an average people per household number of 2.6. 80.2% of people lived in formal dwellings and 52.9% owned housing. The following statistics are from the 2001 census. Gender Ethnic groups Education Ekurhuleni has two school districts: Ekurhuleni North and Ekurhuleni South. There are 671 schools in Ekurhuleni, of which 137 are independent.