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 Netball Test Series. The Spar Proteas will kickstart 2026...
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 Netball Test Series....
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....
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....
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....
Festive Season message to the business community from Economic Development MMC Nomoya Mnisi
MMC for Economic Development, Cllr N.D. Mnisi, shares a festive season message expressing appreciation to Johannesburg’s business community and partners....
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The City has raised concerns over widespread non-compliance among spaza shops, with thousands of incomplete or invalid applications flagged, even as training and support programmes aim to improve food safety,...
The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Economic Development (DED), in partnership with 22ON Sloane and the Wholesale and Retail SETA (W&RSETA), hosted a series of Entrepreneurship Boost Workshops on 1,...
Various institutions and individuals from diverse backgrounds are expected to contribute their time and resources to charitable causes, uniting under the theme that honours Madiba's legacy....
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO) has earned top honours at the prestigious 2025 Reside Summit Awards, proudly receiving the coveted Platinum Award....
As the world celebrates World Youth Skills Day on 15 July 2025, the City of Johannesburg and the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) are spotlighting a transformative achievement that fuses infrastructure...
Nyiko Pilusa, an Accountant at the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA), has celebrated completing her Master's of Business Administration (MBA) in Public Sector Management from Regent Business School — a qualification...
The City of Johannesburg's Finance Department recently concluded a series of targeted stakeholder engagement sessions aimed at unpacking the City's approved tariffs for the 2025/26 financial year....
The City of Johannesburg's Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) is currently processing thousands of applications to recruit 500 new trainees for its next intake, set to begin in 2026.....
The City of Johannesburg is hosting the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Working Group Meeting at the Sandton Convention Centre this week,...
Virgin Active Ride Joburg, Africa's premier timed cycling race, has announced a strategic date change for its 2025 event....
The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Human Settlements in the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Mlungisi Mabaso, handed over title deeds to residents of Lufhereng Ext 6....
As Sandton remains the City of Johannesburg's key economic hub, the municipality is acting to support its growth with sustainable, efficient, and inclusive transport solutions to meet rising development and...
At the tender age of five, Prince Zwide Masuku's heart would pound with excitement at the sight of a fire truck, a fervent declaration to his mother that one day...
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg's Social Development Department, is making meaningful strides in the construction of the Yetta Nathan Early Childhood Development (ECD)...
The Citizen Relationship and Urban Management directorate in Region F, in partnership with the University of Johannesburg (UJ), hosted a Youth Month celebration at the UJ Doornfontein Campus on Monday,...
A palpable sense of pride and celebration permeated the Braamfischerville Community Hall recently, as the City's Human Settlements Department made a significant stride in formalising property ownership....
After nearly 25 years of exceptional service to the City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Nozipho Ndaba, a true community champion, is set to retire at the end of June....
Thabo Mahlatsi, the City's Energy Director within the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department [EISD], will bid farewell at the close of June 2025, culminating a remarkable 18-year tenure....
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Newly elected Joburg Junior Mayor, Kamogelo Malikane, has pledged to foster a culture of entrepreneurship among the city’s young people....
he Soweto Theatre erupted in a standing ovation on Sunday, 4 August 2024, marking a triumphant opening night for Obeah Opera's international premiere tour....
As we usher in the month of August in the City of Johannesburg, women are top of the agenda for special attention in recognition of their contributions in the struggle...
The City of Johannesburg has designated the Greater Orange Farm region as a priority intervention area....
City Power successfully disconnected illegal connections and removed about 10,000kg of Aerial Bundle Cables (ABC), bare wires, and aluminium cable conductors worth an estimated R500,000 along London Road in Alexandra....
In the heart of Johannesburg, Joburg Market is more than just a marketplace; it's a vital hub nourishing families and fostering job creation....
It’s fascinating how sometimes our passions and career paths can unfold unexpectedly....
The Johannesburg Youth Ballet and the National School of the Arts have come together in a collaborative season of youth dance, showcasing a range of styles and talents, offering a...
The Johannesburg City Council this week gave the green light to comprehensive turnaround plans for City Power and Johannesburg Water....
City Power successfully cut off illegal connections and seized about 18,000kg of aluminium cable conductors worth R1.5 million from Kanana informal settlement in Rabie Ridge....
City Power has announced exceptional results for the 2023/24 financial year, marked by consistent quarter-on-quarter growth and a significant improvement in key performance indicators (KPIs). The utility’s focus on service...
As the curtain comes down on Mandela Month, the Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Margaret Arnolds, hopes to make the #ReadForMandela Book Donation Drive an official...
Over 60 emerging farmers participated in a stimulating, interactive, and informative networking session on Tuesday, 30 July 2024, at the Joburg Market’s Opportunity Centre in City Deep, Johannesburg....
Lights, camera, action! Get ready for the international premiere tour of Obeah Opera in Soweto....
Region B is the only region in the City that boasts two heated swimming pools, namely the Linden Swimming Pool and Coronationville Swimming Pool, and they are open all year...
On Friday, 26 July 2024, the Office of the Ombudsman for the City of Johannesburg will host a Mandela Month event under the theme “Reclaiming our Dignity” at the Reuven...
Dinah Billings (54), a General Worker at Yeoville Library, is a true inspiration. A wife, mother, dedicated employee, and trusted confidante, she recently added a well-deserved title to her list:...
The City of Johannesburg is gearing up for a significant modernisation of its urban planning process. A new web-based citywide spatial data portal is under development, fostering a collaborative environment...