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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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Johannesburg Empowers People With Disabilities Through Inclusive Planning

On a warm Tuesday afternoon, the City of Johannesburg hosted an Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session for People with Disabilities (PWD) at the Brixton Multipurpose Centre....
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City Cracks Down on Illegal Hillbrow Shops in Major Eviction Raid

​In a bold move to reclaim City of Johannesburg-owned properties and enforce bylaws, the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Human Settlements, Cllr Mlungisi Mabaso, led a multi-agency operation...
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Joburg Sports Festival Celebrates Talent and Community Spirit in Soweto​

The City of Johannesburg's Region D hosted the 2025 edition of the Soweto Sports Festival on the weekend of 3–4 May at the CTM Sports Centre in Meadowlands, Soweto....
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Thato Williams Uses Humour to Champion Wellness in Johannesburg

City employees in Region A are no strangers to Senior Occupational Health Nurse Thato Williams' friendly face and bubbly personality....
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Johannesburg to host global Fresh Produce and Food Security Conference

Johannesburg is just several sleeps away from hosting the prestigious World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference, and the City is gearing up to welcome global leaders in fresh produce,...
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Johannesburg Library and Information Services Empower Matrics With Career Guidance Session

The City of Johannesburg's Library and Information Services (LIS) hosted a successful career guidance session for Grade 12 pupils at the Ferndale Recreation Centre in Randburg on Friday, 25 April....
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Government Deploys Officers to Assist Spaza Shop Fund Applications

The Department of Small Business Development has deployed 52 officers across all 52 districts in South Africa to assist spaza shop owners with fund applications and ensure compliance....
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Fairways and Faith: Keletso’s Winning Drive on and off the Course

Golf, God and family are the cornerstones of Keletso Kgotse's (34) life...
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Business Sector Weighs in on Joburg’s ‘People’s Plan’ at IDP Engagement

A business-focused Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session took place on 24 April 2024, aimed specifically at business owners operating within the City of Johannesburg....
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Send 200 Officers or More: Residents Demand Action at Anti-Crime Imbizo

The recent signing of the Gauteng Safety Agreement on 15 April 2025 at the University of Johannesburg's Soweto Campus paved the way for a high-level ministerial crime prevention imbizo at...
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Gold Rush Thrills: Roodepoort Museum Turns Learners Into Mini Prospectors

The Roodepoort Museum education programme continues to empower young minds with a variety of projects tailored to different age groups....
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Joburg Health Urges Residents to Prepare for Winter Wave

The City of Johannesburg Health Department is urging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from respiratory infections as the winter season approaches....
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Joburg Puts Women First in Development Planning

As part of the 2025/26 Integrated Development Plan (IDP) review, the City of Johannesburg hosted a dedicated stakeholder engagement session focused on women—offering a platform to voice their challenges and...
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MMC Nkokou’s Easter Blitz Shines Light on Service Delivery Woes

In the days leading up to the Easter long weekend, the City of Johannesburg's Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development, Cllr Tebogo Nkokou, had his hands full as...
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Earth Day 2025: Joburg Urged to Embrace Green Action for a Sustainable Future

As the world marks Earth Day, Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo is urging residents to adopt sustainable environmental practices to safeguard the future of the city's urban landscapes....
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Eldorado Park Ext 2 Library Spreads Easter Cheer to Preschool Pupils

The Eldorado Park Ext 2 Library was alive with laughter and excitement as they hosted a special Easter celebration for the little learners of Beautiful Beginnings Preschool on 16 April...
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City Commits to Empowering the Youth With Opportunities

“Nothing without us, for us", those were the powerful sentiments shared by young people at a youth-targeted stakeholder session organised by the City of Joburg's Youth Directorate on 16 April...
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Gauteng Unites: Premier Lesufi, Mayors and Saps Launch Crime-Fighting Pact

The Premier of Gauteng, Panyaza Lesufi, together with executive mayors and mayoral representatives from Johannesburg, Tshwane, Ekurhuleni, Midvaal, Lesedi, and Mogale City, publicly signed a groundbreaking agreement to bolster the...
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Joburg demands Eskom pay R3.4 billion in overcharges

The City of Johannesburg is dismayed by Eskom’s decision to resort to legal action in demanding payment of R1 billion while overlooking its own outstanding debt of R3.4 billion in...
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Telkom Netball League heats up in Johannesburg with strong partnerships

The Telkom Netball League (TNL) is in full swing in Johannesburg, bringing together a powerhouse of partners to fuel a season packed with exhilarating matches....
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Resident praises council for speedy tree-trimming service

A Protea North resident has heaped praise on the City of Johannesburg for its prompt response in pruning a tree outside his house that was in dire need of attention....
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All you need to know about the 3 ballot papers

This year, the 27,79 million registered voters will receive three ballot papers to elect candidates to represent them in the National Assembly and the nine Provincial Legislatures....
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Johannesburg’s rich cultural tapestry on display at 7th Annual Choral Music Festival

The Joburg Theatre in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, reverberated with the vibrant sounds of the 7th Annual Joburg Choral Music Festival on 5 May 2024....
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Joburg Market surges past R1 billion turnover in April 2024

Joburg Market, the premier fresh produce trading hub in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), celebrates a remarkable milestone: exceeding a staggering R1 billion turnover for April 2024....
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State of the City Address prioritises connectivity, mobility and urban resilience

In his second State of the City Address (SOCA) delivered on 2 May 2024, the Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Kabelo Gwamanda, outlined a development agenda focused...
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Gift of the Givers joins City to donate school shoes to pupils

In a heartwarming collaboration between the office of Councillor Lubabalo Magwentshu, the Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development in the City of Johannesburg, and aid organisation Gift of...
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Game-changer Legodi makes waves at the Netball Telkom League

Thato Legodi, a rising star in the Telkom Netball League, is being celebrated by the City of Johannesburg for her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport....
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2024 Telkom Netball Season brings excitement galore at Ellis Park Indoor Arena

Amidst fervent anticipation from an enthusiastic crowd, Cllr Lubabalo Magwentshu, the Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development in the City of Johannesburg, officially inaugurated the 2024 Telkom Netball...
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City Parks and Zoo celebrates World Parks Week 2024 with new green spaces

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) is delighted to announce our dedication to spotlighting the significance of World Parks Week, observed annually from 28th April 2024 to 5th May 2024....

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How to vote when you’re not in your city on voting day

Voters who won’t be in the location where they are registered to vote on voting day have less than 17 days to notify the Electoral Commission of their intention to...

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Join Mayor Gwamanda for the 2024 State of the City Address

The Executive Mayor of the City of Joburg, Cllr Kabelo Gwamanda, delivers his eagerly anticipated second State of the City Address on Thursday, 2 May 2024. He will unveil his...

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Rising netball star Maseko shines at the Telkom Netball League

The Telkom Netball League is in full swing in Johannesburg. The inaugural match between the Jaguars and Crinums drew in crowds of enthusiastic netball fans whose cheers reverberated through the...

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Appointment of external members to City of Joburg’s Municipal Planning Tribunal

The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Development Planning has taken a significant stride in enhancing the capacity of its Municipal Planning Tribunal (MPT) by appointing qualified and competent professionals to...

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Maximise autumn’s bounty by making the most of fallen leaves

As autumn paints the City of Johannesburg with vibrant hues of reds and yellows, courtesy of over three million indigenous trees, it is the perfect time to use the fallen...

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Local distillery showcases products at Joburg Ladies Open

The City of Johannesburg is committed to creating opportunities for local businesses and its world-class golf tournament, Joburg Ladies Open, establishes the perfect platform. Annually the City invites local and...

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Successful third annual Employee Engagement Day energises City workforce

City employees revelled in a day of camaraderie, fitness, and enjoyment during the third annual Employee Engagement Day on Friday, 26 April 2024. The event, held at Marks Park in...

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