Trending · 200 searches · 30 Sept 2026
Free State
South Africans are searching for 'free state' after Clarens, a town in the Free State province, was named among the best places to live in South Africa.
According to recent rankings, Clarens has been voted as one of the top places to live, with some even referring to it as the country's first 'smart town'.
Why the interest?
The interest in 'free state' is likely due to the positive press the province has been receiving, with Clarens being highlighted as a desirable place to live.
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