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Orange Farm Library, in collaboration with the City of Johannesburg's e-Learning Services and Social Development, hosted a group of over 20 senior citizens....
The City of Johannesburg's Social Development Department has taken a bold step in addressing homelessness with the construction a displaced persons shelter in Devland/Freedom Park....
Joburg Market, Africa's largest fresh produce market, recently participated in the South African Union of Food Markets (SAUFM) conference in eThekwini, Durban....
A recent agro-processing workshop hosted by Agrinouri brought together key stakeholders to empower and support agro-processors....
Rabie Ridge Library, in partnership with Gauteng Province, hosted an inspiring World Disability Day celebration....
Joburg Market recently played a key role in the Youth Career Expo held at the Bosmont Recreation Centre in Crum Region B....
The Ellis Park Sports Precinct recently buzzed with excitement as the City of Johannesburg celebrated its young sporting heroes who won gold medals at the 2024 OR Tambo Soncini Games.​...
​​​​Joburg Market has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence and accountability, achieving a clean audit for the 2023/2024 financial year....
Driezek and Orange Farm libraries hosted an exciting coding competition for children aged from 12 to 14 on 2 December 2024....
The City of Johannesburg, led by Executive Mayor Dada Morero, joined hands with Netball South Africa to officially open the SPAR Netball Championships at the Ellis Park Arena on December...
The City of Johannesburg's Sport and Recreation Directorate is thrilled to announce the success of the 2024 Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA) Awards....
Johannesburg, the beating heart of South Africa, is proud to announce its commitment to becoming a premier international destination for diplomacy, business, and culture....
The City of Johannesburg's Group Corporate and Shared Services, in partnership with Metropolitan Life, hosted a pivotal dialogue during the 16 Days of Activism Against Women and Children Abuse....
The City of Johannesburg commemorated World Aids Day on Sunday, 1 December 2024, at Patterson Multipurpose Centre in Region E....
The City of Johannesburg's Department of Social Development hosted a white cane awareness campaign at the Poortjie Multipurpose Centre in Region G on 29 November 2024....
​​Bold, fearless, and a pioneer of note, Bongi Mokaba is retiring after 28 years of trailblazing service in the City of Johannesburg....
​Parkhurst Library, in partnership with Parkhurst Clinic and Parkhurst Recreation Centre, hosted a lively and informative open day that brought the community together on 27 November 2024.​...
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO) reminds its tenants about the importance of paying rent on time. Timely rent payments are essential for keeping JOSHCO running smoothly and maintaining quality...
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Dr Gadirobe Baby Mothibi brings a comprehensive set of qualifications and strategic vision to her new role as Executive Director for Health in the City of Johannesburg. She will also...

Thailand’s April Angurasaranee made a striking impression at the Modderfontein Golf Club as she teed off for the Joburg Ladies Open. With an immediate affinity for the course evident, she...

The Joburg Ladies Open, co-sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour (LET) and the Sunshine Ladies Tour, commenced at the prestigious Modderfontein Golf Club on Thursday, 18 April 2024. With 120...

The eagerly awaited Region C Integrated Development Plan (IDP) presentation unfolded to resounding success on Wednesday, 17 April 2024. Hours before the start at Roodepoort City Hall, the atmosphere buzzed...

Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda hit a spectacular shot, marking the official commencement of the Joburg Ladies Open tournament at the prestigious Modderfontein Golf Club earlier today, 18 April 2024. This prestigious...

The City of Johannesburg through its wholly owned entity City Power successfully unveiled the recommissioned open gas turbine at the John Ware Substation in Fordsburg on 17 April 2024. City...

The City of Johannesburg is hosting a world-class international golf tournament and entrance is free for spectators. If that doesn’t sound enticing enough, professional golfers from across the world will...

A prizegiving ceremony after a successful Pro-Am day set the perfect stage for the Joburg Ladies Open scheduled to tee off later this week. On Tuesday, 16 April 2024, 72...

Joburg’s vibrant public art scene not only adds cultural flair but reflects the City’s unique identity. It enriches the urban landscape and infuses open spaces with meaning and vitality, serving...

On Tuesday, April 16, amid a sense of anticipation and community spirit, the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Human Settlements in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Anthea Leitch,...

Region E residents gathered at the Jabula Recreation Centre in Sandringham on Tuesday, 16 April 2024, to define what their community’s future should look like. Executive Mayor Cllr Kabelo Gwamanda...

Gratitude restaurant was packed to capacity as players, guests and sponsors gathered at Flamingo Shopping Centre for the Joburg Ladies Open sponsors’ gala dinner on Monday, 15 April 2024. Nine...

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) proudly marked its 23rd anniversary as the infrastructure arm of the City of Johannesburg on 1 April 2024. Since its establishment in 2001, the JDA...

Residents of Soweto actively participated in shaping their community’s future at a recent Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session hosted by the City’s leadership. The event, held at the Dlamini Multipurpose...

As the 2023–2024 swimming season wraps up in Johannesburg, a wave of excitement is building for winter thanks to a new option for dedicated swimmers. Ephraim Ramosweu, the City’s assistant...

English professional golfer Lily May Humphreys is returning to the ninth edition of the Joburg Ladies Open to defend her title....

On 10 April 2024, the City of Johannesburg Speaker Council Cllr Margaret Arnolds hosted a productive Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session at Dannie van Zyl Hall in Region B. The...

She’s known as Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department’s (JMPD) Mother Theresa, a stalwart to many and a leader of note. Superintendent Esther Dabula (61) has been serving the City for four...

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