Boksburg, South Africa

Expect a heavy tax burden and persistent bureaucratic headaches in Boksburg. Gold was discovered here in 1887, leading to a population boom, but the town has since become part of the larger Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality. Boksburg boasts a diverse economy, with major companies like Macsteel and Unilever based there, and an infamous lake that was once dubbed "White's Folly." However, the city also has a fearsome reputation for gang violence in neighborhoods like Reiger Park. Unless you're drawn to South Africa's mining heritage, Boksburg may not be the ideal destination.