Judah Square is a Rastafari community situated in a small valley in Khayalethu South, a suburb of Knysna, a town in South Africa.
It was an informal settlement which developed into a formal one. It’s began in 1993 when the municipality responded to a request by the local Rasta’s to allocate them their own area. As per the development plan happening in the area, the Rastas still had to apply individually for lots but they were accorded beside one another.
At first, there were only shacks and no fences. The Knysna municipality then gave title deeds and subsidized dwellings. This inspired pride in the Rastas. Over the years, rooms were built on, new dwellings erected, fences installed and gardens made. Through self-fundraising, they built a tabernacle (a church), an Educare Centre (creche), 2 B&B homestays, a holistic healing centre, an office, a food stall and a community hall. They also formed a band called The Reggae Ambassadors.
Youth workshops are held most Sundays. These impart Rastafari teachings, arts, crafts, music, black history, permaculture and various life skills. this also provides spiritual balance in their lives. Adults also partake in skill sharing. House band, The Reggae Ambassadors assist with fundraising efforts.
There is a boom gate for security at the entrance to Judah Square. Stall holders who sell fruit, vegetables and arts and crafts take turns manning the gate voluntarily. Consequently, Judah Square is much safer than the surrounding area having no violent crime (such as rape and murder) and very little theft. Parents take comfort in the knowledge that their children are safe while they play. It also serves as a convenience to visitors and tourists who are greeted warmly and directed where to go.
The majority of residents work in town, many with their own businesses. The vision is to grow tourism so that those businesses can operate sustainably within Judah Square itself. The goal is to rise together in One Love.
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Jah andsibless. Living Jay life and escaping Babylon.stay strong brothers and sisters. Jahwill always be on our side. Ra’s bongani in KwaZulu natal Pietermaritsburg
Enter your comment here…judah square is a holy place keep up the good work jah people,jah bless.i would want to visit that place sometime im from kraaifontein ,capetown
Praise Jah for the word sound king, blessed to have the brother’s imput on our humble community.love and blessings. looking forward to meeting the brother, one day hopefully, all willing and able is warmly welcomed to visit and experience the vibe of the free spirited youth, brothers and sisters from the Judah Square community. One jah, one aim, one destiny, one rastafari for ini all!!!
love and gratitude
rastafari
Awe i am on my way to knysna we are looking for camping for 2days can any one asist thank you
Try jahworks@3at1mail.co.za for advice.
One love to all keep up the good work and blessings
hi , i come in South Africa Le Cap in november 2016, i think , i will come to visit your community . You have a good idea to visit , i will talk with my friends to visit your community and after i contact you to see it’s possible.Sorry for my bad english , i’m a french guy 🙂
hi ini give thanks to the creator for stand upright and tall
keep it holy and firm from cederberg mihty rior
Would love to make contact with the leaders of this community about a project I would like to run in this community please make contact with me on Reesecloud@gmail.com
Thanks. Best way to get hold of community elders is via http://www.judahsquare.co.za/contact-us/