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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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Joburg Zoo Celebrates 121 Years With a Month of Exciting Events and Special Offers

The Joburg Zoo is thrilled to announce the celebration of its 121st birthday and invites everyone to join in the festivities throughout March!...
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Naturena Primary Celebrates International Mother Language Day

Grade 3 learners at Naturena Primary School celebrated International Mother Language Day through storytelling, learning, and fun on 21 February 2025....
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Johannesburg Gears up for Meetings Africa 2025

Johannesburg is set to reinforce its position as Africa's leading business tourism destination by hosting the 19th edition of Meetings Africa in 2025....
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Joburg Market EPWP Landscaping Project Cultivates Skills and Opportunities

Dedicated to improving employee skills and creating opportunities for Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) participants, Joburg Market, in collaboration with City Parks, has completed a landscaping project aimed at developing...
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JOSHCO’s Commercial Space Is a Hub for Entrepreneurial Opportunities

As Johannesburg evolves, the need for integrated spaces that combine residential living with business opportunities has never been greater....
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City Official by Day, Writer by Night

Isaac Lekgothoane is a dedicated City official by day and a passionate writer and storyteller by night....
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City Pulls Out All Stops for the 17th Edition of the Joburg Open

The City of Johannesburg is preparing to welcome elite golfers from around the world as the 17th edition of the Joburg Open returns to Houghton Golf Club. As the City’s...
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MTC Rolls Out Free Wi-Fi at Rea Vaya Stations

The Metropolitan Trading Company (MTC), a municipal entity charged with the governance of the City's broadband and ICT infrastructure has launched an ambitious initiative to provide free Wi-Fi access across...
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Mayor Morero Spearheads Inner-City Clean-up Blitz

​​Executive Mayor Cllr Dada Morero led a large-scale clean-up operation, mobilising all City of Johannesburg service delivery and enforcement departments to restore cleanliness, order, and essential services across 11 inner-city...
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College Fined During City and DHET Awareness Blitz on Bogus Institutions

The Department for Higher Education and Training (DHET) partnered with City of Johannesburg's Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) Region F to host an awareness campaign against illegal private higher...
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Grandmother of Seven Ecstatic After Receiving Long-Awaited Title Deed

A total of 50 families have received their title deeds for their homes in Phiri as part of the City of Johannesburg's programme to address the issue of two-roomed dwellings...
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Thuso Phala Foundation Drives Change for Children With Disabilities

Valentine's Day is synonymous with love, and the Thuso Phala Foundation channelled that spirit into a heartfelt mission: uplifting children with disabilities in Johannesburg....
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Chris Hani Sports Complex Makes Strides Towards Being a Centre of Excellence

The Chris Hani Sports Complex in Orange Farm is progressing towards its vision of being a hub for sporting excellence, talent development, and community empowerment....
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Joburg Property Company Donates Computers to Schools to Bridge Digital Divide

In a powerful demonstration of its commitment to corporate social investment and advancing digital transformation, the Johannesburg Property Company (JPC) has generously donated desktop computers and laptops to schools in...
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JOSHCO Shows Compassion and Support for Tenants Facing Financial Challenges

The Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO) remains committed to providing fair and transparent rental management practices, ensuring tenants are given multiple opportunities to meet their obligations before eviction proceedings are...
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Joburg Celebrates Heritage With Annual Indigenous Gospel Festival

​​​The annual City of Johannesburg Indigenous Gospel Festival kicked off its two-day celebration at the Soweto Theatre on Saturday, 15 February 2025....
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Valentine’s Day Fun at Strubensvalley Library

Strubensvalley Library was filled with love, laughter, and learning as they celebrated Valentine's Day with little ones from Follow Me Christian Pre-School on 14 February 2025....
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Alexandra Residents Encouraged to Use Services of the City of Joburg Ombudsman

The Office of the Ombudsman in the City of Johannesburg officially launched citywide Citizens Information Clinics on Thursday, 13 February 2025, at the Eastbank Community Hall in Alexandra, marking the...
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Joburg City Library receives much-needed renovations​

Last month marked the start of the 2023 academic year with book lovers and those seeking to broaden their knowledge looking to take the opportunity to use libraries across the...
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Roodepoort youth warned against pitfalls of substance abuse​

Scores of pupils from Unified Public School braved the cold weather and rain to attend a life skills programme hosted by Westview Clinic at the Florida Library in Roodepoort this...
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Every day comes with danger, says Joburg’s toughest cop

His line of work is “fast, dangerous and unpredictable”....
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​Joburg resident Mam Sibongile opens her heart in a book​

Mam Sibongile Malinga (63) is one of the senior citizens who recently wrote a book as part of literacy programme in Johannesburg. The book is titled CoJ Senior Citizens Write...

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​Mayor Amad puts Joburg residents at the centre of service delivery​

​The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Thapelo Amad, has vowed to put service delivery at the top of the agenda for his administration....
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Alexandra community finally gets solution to its environmental challenges

The past few days have been a hive of activity in Alexandra township as the City of Johannesburg’s Region E Integrated Environmental Awareness Programme Plan was being implemented. The plan...

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Self-published author Lindokuhle bares his soul​

​​Becoming a vegetarian, obtaining his driver’s licence, finding a permanent job, welcoming his second daughter, and falling out of love were all ingredients to the success of self-published author Lindokuhle...
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​Sergeant Nkuna helps mom deliver baby girl in City of Joburg streets

​​​​City of Johannesburg Metro Police Sergeant Connie Nkuna (41) has an extra reason to stand tall after helping deliver a baby girl on Wednesday, 1 February 2023....
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Joburg Film Festival showcases finest from around the world

The Joburg Film Festival returns with six days of screenings across Gauteng, showcasing over 35 global films—including African and South African premieres—to celebrate storytelling, boost cultural tourism, and spotlight Africa’s...
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Global fans name FNB Stadium 13th most beautiful venue in the world

The City of Johannesburg’s iconic FNB Stadium was recently named the 13th most beautiful sports stadium in the world by British-based Online Betting Guide out of a total of 41...

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Kya Sands Super Stop facility to provide safer commuter experience

To make roads safer for transport users and commuters, the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has implemented the Kya Sand Super Stop Holding Facility. Kya Sands, not far from Cosmo City,...

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Gear up for must-see shows at the City’s theatres

There is a lot to be excited about this year as the City of Johannesburg’s theaters will be unpacking world-class entertainment in the next few months. Joburg Theatre, Soweto Theatre...

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Three days of fun for Sowetans and visitors at Makhelwane Festival

The 2023 Makhelwane edition attracted over 1 200 festivalgoers, food lovers and many others from across the City of Johannesburg to experience “Soweto Through The Eyes of the Locals” this...

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City of Joburg’s Tyrin Naidoo is one of Africa’s brightest young minds

His keen interest in solving problems and developing long-term solutions recently earned him high honour. Tyrin Naidoo (36), the City’s Acting Chief Operations Officer who is also serving in a...

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Pikitup seals deal with to clear rubbish around the zoo

Pikitup, the waste management company of the City of Johannesburg, has entered into a working relationship with the Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo aimed at assisting the latter to clear...

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Mayor Phalatse unveils multimillion plan to mitigate loadshedding up to Stage 3

The City of Johannesburg this morning, 26 January 2023, unveiled plans to mitigate loadshedding and keep the lights on for its long-suffering residents. The Executive Mayor of the City of...

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JMPD clamps down on speeders with roadside cameras

The City is cracking down on speeders with the relaunch of roadside cameras on the municipal road network. Cllr David Tembe, the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Public...

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Region F councillors thrash out service delivery gaps, moot out solutions

Service delivery shortfalls affecting municipal wards in Region F, such as bad and hijacked buildings that have turned into crime havens and illegal motor mechanics, topped the agenda of this...

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