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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...
​​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...
December holidays are over, and students are heading back to school, technical colleges, and universities...
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...
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...
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...
The City of Johannesburg has announced the partial closure of Lenasia Crematorium for essential maintenance from 28 January to 11 February 2025....
Joburg Market welcomes Zazi Juice, a proudly South African success story. At 51, Thobeka Zazi Ndabula is a testament to perseverance and passion....
In a resounding triumph, 800m runner Prudence Sekgodiso was crowned the Sport Personality of the Year at the recent Athletics South Africa (ASA) awards....
Selatswa Johannes Masenya (46) has recently been awarded a PhD in Information Science, adding the title of doctor to his name....
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...
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....
Community football games embody a special charm, blending passion, camaraderie, and collective spirit....
Considerable progress has been made to revitalise the Johannesburg City Library into a safe, accessible, and functional space for all....
​​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.​...
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...
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...
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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The 2024 Totalsports Women's Race turned Emmarentia into a sea of pink as thousands of women took to the streets for a day of fun, fitness, and friendship....
​​The Banana Ripening Facility at the Joburg Market is dedicated to enhancing the quality and value of fresh produce before it reaches the sales halls....
The Joburg Market Food Support Centre is a vital lifeline for struggling residents....
The construction industry has traditionally been a male-dominated space, but this is changing....
Stage technicians are the unsung heroes of the theatre world....
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg’s Health Department, has started the construction for the new Hikhensile Clinic on Lokologa Street, Ivory Park, Region A....
The City of Johannesburg Health Department has hailed the recent visit of the Transnet Phelophepa healthcare train, affectionately known as the “Train of Hope”, as a resounding success....
The City Council’s Economic Development department has prioritised skills development to tackle youth unemployment, and its recent programme is a testament to this commitment....
Legendary actress Connie Chiume will be honoured posthumously with a star at Soweto Theatre next month....
The Ellis Park precinct is undergoing a major facelift thanks to the City of Johannesburg’s CRUM Region F Accelerated Service Delivery operation....
A vibrant and empowering event took place at Skyline Combined School in Roodepoort....
The Kilburn Street bridge, situated between Celeste and Syd Dwyer streets in Discovery, Roodepoort, was officially reopened to the public last week after extensive rehabilitation work....
Cornely Muller, a 54-year-old powerhouse, is one of the longest-serving female employees at the Joburg Market....
The rise of women in leadership roles has significantly amplified their voices in both society and the workplace. Joburg Market (JM) is proud to be an organisation that champions the...
The Ivory Park North Library held a special event on 8 August 2024 to equip Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) fieldworkers with enhanced digital skills....
In a thrilling final at Rabie Ridge Stadium, Bonolong Primary School claimed victory at the Girls Football Development Programme, a Women’s Day commemoration activity....
Emndeni Library hosted a Women’s Day celebration dedicated to promoting health and raising awareness of substance abuse....
As we celebrate Women’s Month, it is essential to recognise that walking freely in a park should not be a privilege but a fundamental right...

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