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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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After 41 Years, Atilla Closes a Remarkable Chapter in Libraries

Four decades ago, Atilla Lourens started her career in Soweto at the age of 24, not knowing how many lives she would touch and the significant changes she would help...
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Joburg Speaker Steps Up: School Shoes Donation Gives Pupils Confident Start

​​In a heartfelt effort to restore dignity and boost confidence among young learners, the City of Joburg Speaker of Council, Cllr Nobuhle Mthembu, donated school shoes to pupils at Carter...
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Joburg Libraries Kickstart Learning With Vibrant Back-To-School Support

December holidays are over, and students are heading back to school, technical colleges, and universities...
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Rea Vaya Brt to Ferry Fans to Soweto Derby on Saturday

The City of Johannesburg's Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) will offer public transport to fans attending the Soweto derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs on Saturday, 1 February...
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Biogas Project Propels City of Joburg to Victory at C40 Summit

The City of Johannesburg's Environment & Infrastructure Services Department (EISD), through its Waste Management & Regulation Unit, has earned top honours at the C40 seminar in Lagos, Nigeria, securing first...
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Public Invited to Comment on Johannesburg’s Alternative Waste Treatment Project

The City of Johannesburg's Environment & Infrastructure Services Department (EISD) is calling on residents and stakeholders to submit their comments on the proposed Public-Private Partnership for the Alternative Waste Treatment...
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Lenasia Crematorium Temporarily Closed for Maintenance

The City of Johannesburg has announced the partial closure of Lenasia Crematorium for essential maintenance from 28 January to 11 February 2025....
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Home-Grown Juice Brand Flourishes With Joburg Market Support

Joburg Market welcomes Zazi Juice, a proudly South African success story. At 51, Thobeka Zazi Ndabula is a testament to perseverance and passion....
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Sekgodiso Shines Bright as Sport Personality of the Year at Asa Awards

In a resounding triumph, 800m runner Prudence Sekgodiso was crowned the Sport Personality of the Year at the recent Athletics South Africa (ASA) awards....
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Studious Selatswa Adds Doctor to His Name

Selatswa Johannes Masenya (46) has recently been awarded a PhD in Information Science, adding the title of doctor to his name....
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JOSHCO Takes Swift Action on Illegal Electricity Connections at Its Units

The Acting CEO of JOSHCO, Nokwazi Mtshali, this week conducted an oversight visit to the City Deep project following a media statement by City Power highlighting illegal electricity connections affecting...
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Rivonia-Katherine Corridor Upgrade Paves Way for Rea Vaya Phase 1C

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) will commence with the Rivonia-Katherine Corridor Road Strengthening Project, a vital component of the City of Johannesburg's Rea Vaya Phase 1C infrastructure rollout....
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The Heart of Community Football: A Celebration of Unity and Passion

Community football games embody a special charm, blending passion, camaraderie, and collective spirit....
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Revitalising Joburg City Library: A Beacon of Knowledge Restored

Considerable progress has been made to revitalise the Johannesburg City Library into a safe, accessible, and functional space for all....
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JDA Completes Elias Motsoaledi Gravel Road Upgrade

​​Safe and reliable surfaced roads, with stormwater infrastructure to improve mobility for vehicles and pedestrians, are now a reality for the residents of Region D, Soweto.​...
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JRA Battles Vandalism to Keep Joburg Traffic on the Go

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) continues to tackle road safety concerns and respond to emergencies affecting traffic signals across the City of Johannesburg, despite significant challenges posed by rampant vandalism...
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Region A Kicks off the Year With Energy and Enthusiasm

From jumps and splits to high kicks, Region A came alive on Saturday, 18 January 2025, as the Sport and Recreation department hosted a high-energy aerobics class at Busy Corner...
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Joburg Welcomes Delegates to Global Environment Workshop

Today, the City of Johannesburg's Department of Development Planning welcomes over 100 delegates from 40 countries across the Southern African region to the Global Environment Facility (GEF)'s annual Expanded Constituency...
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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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