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Emergency numbers in Potchefstroom

Updated 2026-10-26 · Editorial policy

Church Street, Potchefstroom
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These national numbers can be dialled from anywhere in South Africa, including Potchefstroom.

Service Number
Police (SAPS) 10111
Ambulance / public emergency medical services 10177
Emergency from a mobile phone 112
GBV Command Centre (24 hours, free) 0800 428 428

Tips

  • From a mobile phone, 112 connects to the emergency call centre even without airtime, and works on any available network.
  • Give your exact location: street name, nearest intersection or landmark, and the suburb.
  • Stay on the line until the operator ends the call.

Local numbers

Local numbers for the police station, hospitals, fire and rescue and the municipality change from time to time, so we only publish them after verifying them. Check the Medical category of the directory or contact the JB Marks Local Municipality directly for the current numbers.

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