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The City of Johannesburg has completed its large-scale Ziveze Employee Verification process, achieving a 99% verification rate and strengthening payroll integrity, internal controls and financial accountability across departments and municipal...
The City of Johannesburg presented progress on Phase 2 of the Lilian Ngoyi Street rehabilitation, confirming construction is on schedule as entities address infrastructure upgrades, by-law concerns and stakeholder issues...
The City of Johannesburg intensified its High Impact Service Delivery Programme in the Roodepoort CBD, tackling illegal connections, bylaw violations, dumping and infrastructure issues through a coordinated multidepartment operation led...
Joburg City Theatres’ Festival of Lights returns on 27 November 2025, offering dazzling installations, live performances and a new nativity play, creating a magical and meaningful Christmas experience for families...
The City has intensified its #HighImpactServiceDelivery blitz, deploying multiple entities weekly to tackle vandalism, illegal dumping, infrastructure decay and service backlogs, while rolling out resilient solar streetlights and strengthening community-centred...
Joburg Market is strengthening ties with Limpopo farmers, engaging them at the Agri 5 Expo to expand market access, improve support services, and deepen relationships with one of its key...
The City of Johannesburg is strengthening support for the informal sector through digital innovation, launching the UNDP–Wakanda DIME initiative to help township traders modernise operations, improve compliance and increase access...
The 2026 Sunshine Ladies Tour will build on a landmark 2025 season with a strengthened schedule, expanded international opportunities, and two co-sanctioned LET events, further elevating women’s golf in South...
The Joburg Market joined fresh-produce markets nationwide at the 2025 SAUFM Conference, strengthening partnerships, sharing best practices and supporting sector-wide efforts to build a more reliable, efficient and integrated national...

The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Economic Development has reaffirmed its commitment to driving inclusive economic recovery and strengthening collaboration across traditional leadership, academia, business and government. ​Speaking at the...

Bramfischerville residents met to review progress and refine priorities for the City’s IDP, raising urgent needs such as a permanent clinic, improved lighting, road upgrades and safer housing as officials...
Region F hosted a Fathers and Sons Dialogue to strengthen family bonds, promote male wellness and encourage mentorship, featuring a 5km hike, team activities and inspiring speakers focused on positive...
The City is hosting Community-Based Planning sessions across all 135 wards, giving residents a direct platform to shape priorities, influence budgeting, and strengthen local democracy as Johannesburg refines its next...
The JDA is driving over 1 500 infrastructure projects in 2025/26, investing R644 million to boost mobility, revitalise urban spaces, and support inclusive growth as Johannesburg strengthens its development agenda...
Johannesburg is finalising security and disaster readiness plans as it prepares to host the 2025 G20 Summit at Nasrec, showcasing the city’s world-class coordination, safety systems and commitment to inclusive...
Monty Ignatius Sekhukhuni’s new book Sodl'ekhaya uncovers the untold story of the 1989 hunger strike, blending personal experience with lessons in leadership, unity and strategy that shaped a pivotal moment...

Eyes on the road. Three, two, one, go! ​And as soon as the shot went off, cyclists took off at full speed to compete for the title of the iconic...

The City hosted a Food Safety Training session for Eldorado Park spaza owners, empowering traders with hygiene, compliance and business skills to strengthen safe trading and boost Johannesburg’s township economy....
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​​At 62, Catharina Horstink, affectionately known as Ina, is a testament to the adage that age is just a number....
​Johannesburg Tourism Company (Joburg Tourism) proudly supports the 2024 Music and Lifestyle Expo, set to take place at the Sandton Convention Centre on 15–16 November 2024....
​​​Kenneth Chiloane, better known as Kenny, has found the perfect balance between his career and passion for endurance sports....
​Get ready cycling fans! On Sunday, 17 November 2024, Johannesburg’s FNB Stadium will be buzzing with excitement as more than 10 000 cyclists line up for the 28th edition of...

​Linn Grant has once again etched her name into the annals of golf history by winning the Volvo Car Scandinavian Mixed tournament for the second time in three years. This...

​Bring it on!” This is the optimistic spirit of Zingisa Mtobela, one of the leading female cyclists for Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) who is geared and ready for Virgin...
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company (Joshco) is celebrating 20 years of redefining affordable living in the city....
​The City of Johannesburg’s Speaker of Council, Cllr Nobuhle Mthembu, hosted the 104th Annual National Civic Sunday Remembrance and Wreath-laying ceremony on Sunday, November 11, 2024, at the South Africa...
​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) invites artists to contribute to a public art project that will enhance the urban landscape and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Johannesburg....
​​Klerksdorp-based Onalenna Khonkhobe delivered an impressive victory at the African Bank Soweto Marathon on Sunday, 03 November 2024, crossing the finish line in 2:16:36....
The Joburg Open and Joburg Ladies Open will once again place Johannesburg at the centre of international golf, bringing world-class men’s and women’s professional tournaments to the City’s fairways in...
​Pikitup, the waste management entity of the City of Johannesburg, has teamed up with the Electronic Waste Association of South Africa (eWASA) to help waste reclaimers maximise their earnings by...
​The Spar Proteas wrapped up a 3-0 series victor​y against Malawi on Sunday, 3 November 2024, in the final match of the Spar Challenge Netball Series at Ellis Park Arena...
Minibus taxis traditionally dominate the bustling heart of Randburg's Central Business District, lining pavements in chaotic, unsanctioned rows. Drivers congregate at every corner, engaging in animated conversation as they await...
​​South Africa’s Spar Proteas made a dominant start to their three-match netball series against Malawi, securing a convincing 68-31 victory on Thursday evening, 31 October 2024, at Ellis Park Arena....
​​​The protracted dispute over the future of the Old Parkhurst Bowling Club — a facility under the stewardship of the Johannesburg Property Company (JPC) — appears to be reachingresolution following...
​Joburg Market, Africa’s largest fresh produce market, has been selected to host the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference in May 2025....
The Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Environment and Infrastructure Services Department (EISD) in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Jack Sekwaila, led the #KleenaJoburg campaign in Berea Ward 62,...

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