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The City of Johannesburg, the Kliptown Open Air Museum and Soweto Hotel collaborated under the arts umbrella to host a youth creativity and cultural expression event at Kliptown Square on...
The City of Johannesburg’s Sport and Recreation held a Sport Against Drugs programme at Eastbank Hall in Alexandra recently in collaboration with the departments of Social Development, Health, Alex Local...
With a few days before millions cast their votes in the local government elections, the Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Mpho Moerane, gave the residents of Marlboro...
​In a bid to get more officials vaccinated and flatten the Covid-19 curve, the City of Johannesburg’s Department of Public Safety launched a pop-up vaccination drive targeted at internal staff...
f you’ve ever dreamed of eating Nelson Mandela’s favourite dish in his house or sleeping in his room, dream no more. Mandela’s former home on 13th Avenue in Houghton, Johannesburg,...
Gold was the biggest attraction to Johannesburg. It put the city on the map and caused rapid development and growth....
​Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ), the leaders in greening and conservation of our environment, is in its sixth year in the fight against the destructive alien invasive species in...
​With the local government elections looming, political parties with representatives in the Johannesburg Council gathered on 20 October 2021 for a hybrid roundtable discussion on how to build a better...
Although a Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers’ mandated functions include traffic policing, policing of municipal by-laws and regulations and the prevention of crime, JMPD officers went beyond the call...
As part of the digital transformation strategy, the City of Johannesburg Library and Information Services has re-introduced an eLearning website that is aimed at providing the COJ community with access...
​The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Economic Development launched a Youth Cooperatives Development Programme in Coronationville, Randburg in Region B on 18 October 2021....
​The City honoured officials who have succumbed to Covid-19, as well as frontline workers who protect and save the lives of citizens, at a wreath-laying and tree-planting ceremony on 21...
​As part of the October Transport Month 2021, the City of Johannesburg’s Transport Department, Sci-Bono Discovery Centre and various stakeholders are currently hosting a career expo for 1 700 pupils...
Over 100 taxi operators, commuters and hawkers received Covid-19 vaccination in Dobsonville, Soweto, on Monday, 18 October 2021, as part of this year’s transport month programme....
The City launched a mass vaccination campaign today, 19 October 2021, in an effort to support the national Covid-19 vaccine programme, which aims to vaccinate 40 million South Africans....
Thirty-five years ago, a plane carrying Samora Machel, who was the president of neighbouring Mozambique, was shot down by apartheid agents in Mbuzini, Mpumalanga...
Youths from Orange Farm no longer have to take long and costly trips to town to connect to the internet to search for jobs or skills development training....
The Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Finance, Cllr Matshidiso Mfikoe, announced the return of four major sporting events today, 19 October 2021, at the City of Johannesburg headquarters,...
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As the festive spirit envelops the City of Johannesburg, we’re thrilled to bring you tidings of convenience and joy. Managing your municipal bill has never been easier, thanks to our...

As festive cheer fills the air, the City of Johannesburg wants to ensure your holiday season is hassle-free, starting with managing your municipal bills. The City is excited to announce...

The City has extended pensioner rebates to thousands of deserving elderly homeowners just in time for the holiday season. As of Friday, 8 December, the City had received a substantial...

The City of Johannesburg is taking decisive action – based on recent research recommendations – to address the looming threat of the heat island effect. Historical temperature trends in Johannesburg...

The City of Johannesburg has taken a multifaceted approach to combat gender-based violence beyond the 16 Days of Activism campaign. The campaign for no violence against women and children is...

Sport and Recreation officials in the City of Johannesburg joined forces with the South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) and Joburg City Parks and Zoo to...

This week marked a significant milestone for the City as the Southern Farms Biodiversity Development Project was officially launched in Devland, ushering in a groundbreaking R27-billion biodiversity development covering an...

The City of Johannesburg has initiated a flood preparedness and clean-up campaign to educate residents of Alexandra on being flood-wise and avoiding the risks of drowning. Launched at the Setjwetla...

Addressing the outgoing student councillors at the Constance Bapela Council Chamber in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, this week, the Speaker of Council, Cllr Margaret Arnolds, said: “Today we congratulate you. Against all...

The City’s Emergency Management Services (EMS) has embarked on a comprehensive water safety campaign, aiming to make the upcoming summer season free from drowning incidents. The campaign focuses on discouraging...

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the untimely passing of esteemed industry colleague and associate Jermaine Craig. He was a dedicated professional who played a pivotal role in...

The Westgate Mall in Roodepoort was abuzz with activity as local SMMEs proudly showcased their products and services to community and shoppers on Saturday, 3 December 2022. Shoppers visited the...

A total of 20 youth and adults recently graduated, signalling the end of a three-week training on different computer skills at Cosmo Library. Organised by Cosmo City Librarian Sbusiso Thusi...

Dean Burmester, the reigning Joburg Open champion, showcased his exceptional golfing prowess once again at the Investec South African Open Championship. Riding high on the momentum of his recent Joburg...

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, in collaboration with the Japan Institute, a global cultural initiative and sibling organisation of the Portland Japanese Garden, planted a sense of peace and harmony...

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), the City of Johannesburg’s infrastructure arm, is pleased to announce the construction on a new displaced persons shelter in Region G. A sod-turning ceremony in...

The festive season brings joy and celebration, but it also poses risks, especially on the roads. Through the ‘Safer Festive Season’ campaign, the Public Safety Department is gearing up to...

A long-term partnership between The Houghton Hotel and Afrika Tikkun has been instrumental in ensuring numerous disadvantaged young people from across Johannesburg gain access to specialised training and invaluable skills...

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