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Joburg proud host of the 2026 Spar International Netball Test series

The City of Johannesburg is proud to host the 4th edition of the SPAR International Ne​tball Test Series​. The Spar Proteas will kickstart 2026...
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Joburg proud host of the 2026 Spar International Netball Test series

The City of Johannesburg is proud to host the 4th edition of the SPAR International Ne​tball Test Series​....
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2025: Johannesburg as a living room

In 2025, Johannesburg embraced an experience-first approach, shifting from digital engagement to real-world connection through festivals, markets and cultural events that brought residents together and celebrated the City’s vibrant creative pulse....
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How Joburg reimagined public service in 2025

Throughout 2025, Johannesburg reaffirmed its position as a global city of diplomacy, commerce and culture, successfully hosting high-profile international summits while accelerating inner-city renewal, infrastructure upgrades and inclusive urban development. Under the leadership of Executive Mayor Dada Morero and City Manager Floyd Brink, the City demonstrated that strong governance, collaborative partnerships and people-centred service delivery can restore confidence, dignity and pride in Africa’s economic capital....
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City of Johannesburg 2025: A year defined by human capital and public service excellence

In 2025, the City of Johannesburg highlighted the people behind local government, celebrating employee excellence, innovation and resilience while humanising service delivery and reinforcing pride in the City’s professional workforce....
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Festive Season message to the business community from Economic Development MMC Nomoya Mnisi

MMC for Economic Development, Cllr N.D. Mnis​i, shares a festive season message expressing appreciation to Johannesburg’s business community and partners....
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City of Joburg Ombudsman Launches Online Complaints Portal for Residents

The City of Johannesburg's Office of the Ombudsman has launched a new online complaints platform, now available at www.joburgombudsman.org.za....
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City of Joburg’s Orange Farm Project Propels Women to the Top

As part of the Chris Hani Sports Co​mplex initiative—under the broader Orange Farm Turnkey Project, the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has completed a transformative Public Environment Upgrade along 16th Street...
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Thousands of Women Colour Jozi Streets in Fitness Celebration

The City of Johannesburg's Community Development and Sports and Recreation directorate hosted the Totalsports Women's Race 10km on Sunday, 17 August 2025....
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Jenny Moodley: Shaping Johannesburg’s Story Through Three Decades of Public Sector Communication​

With a communications career spanning over three decades within the City, Jenny Moodley is the dynamic voice of Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo [JCPZ] in her capacity as Senior Manager:...
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City Power Celebrates Youth Power, Launches EPC for Municipal Buildings​

City Power marked two milestones towards a sustainable energy future — honouring winners of the 2025 Schools' Energy Efficiency and Demand Side Management (EEDSM) competition and launching the Energy Performance...
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Joburg Market Backs Agricultural Transformation at Lekgotla​

Women's Month is a reminder of the resilience and impact of women across South Africa....
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Joburg Speaker of Council Engages Zandspruit Residents on Civic Matters​

The Speaker of Council in the City of Joburg, Cllr Margaret Arnolds, visited Zandspruit on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, to address residents on the importance of civic education...
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City of Joburg Libraries Bring World’s News to Your Screen​

The City of Johannesburg's Library and Information Services (LIS) is giving residents free online access to newspapers and magazines from around the globe – and yes, that includes your favourites....
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​Springboks vs. Australia Clash a Major Boon for Johannesburg

The City of Johannesburg is poised to once again take its place as a premier destination for global sport as it prepares to host a highly anticipated international rugby match....
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Pikitup implements e-waste recycling to save landfill space, create jobs

​Pikitup is redoubling its efforts to protect the environment and preserve the lifespan of its landfill sites by tackling the rapid depletion of landfill airspace by diverting recyclable materials, especially...
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​Bonwelong Primary Girls Defend Region a Sports Tournament Title at Rabie Ridge Stadium

​​Rabie Ridge Stadium buzzed with excitement on Saturday, 09 August, as the Region A Sports and Recreation girls' tournament delivered a thrilling day of competition....
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​Joburg Market Wins Best Collaborative Teamwork Project Award at CIPS Africa 2025​

Joburg ​Market has been recognised for excellence at the CIPS Africa Conference and Awards 2025, walking away with the “Best Collaborative Teamwork Project" award....
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From History to the Future: Joburg City Library Reopens in Style

The iconic Johannesburg City Library (JCL) has reopened its doors following a major upgrade by the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), coinciding with its 90th anniversary....
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Montso: The Woman Behind the City of Johannesburg’s Social Media Voice

​Whether it's her radiant smile, cool sneakers, or vibrant energy, Lesego Montso stands out. But beyond her online presence, she plays a key role in shaping how the Cit​y of...
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Fire Still Burns for City of Joburg’s and Banyana’s Star Dineo Magagula​

The dust might have settled, but the sting of not defending their WAFCON crown still lingers for Banyana Banyana — and for the City of Johannesburg's Dineo Magagula, it's only...
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New-Look Hoy Park Brings Fresh Energy to Sydenham Community in Joburg

Residents of Sydenham and surrounding areas can now enjoy a transformed, safer and more vibrant Hoy Park, thanks to a recent upgrade by the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) in partnership...
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African Women Artists Recognised in 2025 ANNA Award

The top 12 finalists for the 2025 ANNA Award have been announced....
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Joburg Market Cultivates Future Farmers Beyond Gauteng Borders​

The Joburg Market recently extended its agricultural outreach to the Bojanala District in the North West Province....
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​It’s all systems go for 947 Ride Joburg

​The 25th edition of the annual 947 Ride Joburg road race – Africa’s most iconic cycling event – will see over 10 000 cyclists test their endurance on a slightly...

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​Dylan driven to perform in Joburg Open

Dylan Naidoo returns to the Joburg Open determined to perform strongly in gratitude for the tournament that supported his early career, confident his international experience and affinity for Randpark Golf...
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​Joburg glows with Festival of Lights

Joburg Theatre in association with Joburg City Parks and Zoo and City Power are excited to present the annual Joburg Festival of Lights featuring an enchanting collection of illuminated life-size...

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Joshco’s foray into student accommodation pays dividends

As the sweltering sun shines amid the hustle and bustle of central Johannesburg, a mild breeze fills the atmosphere as lively security guard, Gavin Matshusa welcomes visitors animatedly at the...

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​Two JDA projects bag three awards at the 2021 GIfA

Two projects implemented by the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), a wholly owned area-based development agency of the City of Johannesburg, have emerged as winners, at the 2021 Gauteng Institute for...

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​City of Joburg Inaugural Council meeting postponed

The City of Johannesburg inaugural sitting of Council for the 2021-2026 term of office scheduled for Tuesday 16 and 17 November 2021 has been postponed and rescheduled for the 22...

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​Quartet’s brave act foils cable theft on City property

Four alert security guards are vying for the JMPD’s certificate of valour after foiling a cable theft attempt by three alleged robbers in Rabie Ridge. Security officers Ndiambi Ramabuni, Ruben...

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​City of Joburg prepares for the swearing in of new and returning councillors

New and returning councillors-elect in the City of Joburg Council hit the ground running during a mock council meeting at the Connie Bapela Council Chamber in Braamfontein on Thursday, 11...

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​Adrenaline-pumping fun for everyone at Rabie Ridge Stadium

#CyaZeeVocaVoca, a citywide campaign aiming to encourage communities to adopt healthier lives, took place recently under stringent Covid-19 regulations. The campaign drew over 100 people who gathered at Rabie Ridge...

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City gets little champions ready for the Kiddies Games

​In support of the physical and mental wellbeing of children, the City of Johannesburg’s Sport and Recreation recently hosted a regional Kiddies Olympics at Ellis Park Arena. Seven Early Childhood...

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Coalition arrangements must favour voters, says City’s researcher

Barely a week after South Africans went to the polls to elect new municipal councillors, a senior researcher in the City has published an academic paper evaluating the impact of...

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​JDA delivers high-tech transport infrastructure towards a smart city

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has ticked all the right boxes again in the just-ended Transport Month. It handed over the Johannesburg International Transport Interchange (JITI) for the long-distance and...

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​Putting women at the forefront of urban planning

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) and Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) have partnered with UN-Habitat and The Wot-if? Trust on the Indlela Yabafazi project to explore this question. The...

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​Visually impaired Joburg residents experience City’s rich tourism offerings

​As part of the Transport Month programme, Blind SA stakeholders were recently treated to an exclusive Green Tour in a partnership between Joburg Tourism and the Transport Department. The tour...

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​City’s homeless shelter provides opportunities for the disadvantaged

​Displaced Persons Sub-Unit Administration Assistant Kagiso Michael Maoka devotes his time to help homeless people and substance users get skills to gain employment in the future....
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​Farmers’ Day boosts opportunities for small-scale farmers

​Agriculture remains an essential part in food security. That is why small-scale farmers was honoured and exposed to networking opportunities at the Farmers’ Day event hosted by Joburg Market....
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City unveils new plans to wean itself from Eskom

The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Mpho Moerane, has launched an energy mix Energy Sustainability Strategy for the municipality in a bid to accelerate security of reliable...
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​Modern multi-million Selby BRT Depot nears completion

As the City of Johannesburg cruises to the end of Transport Month, it’s worth noting that the Selby Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is edging closer to reaching practical...
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