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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 or bogus...
Johannesburg Metro Police Department's (JMPD) Thabiso Makhetha has achieved an impressive 48th position in his racing category at the Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg, held on Sunday, 17 November 2024....
​​International Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Day has been celebrated globally since 1963 to highlight the transformative power of GIS technology....
​​​Joburg Market is one of Africa's largest fresh produce markets. It's a bustling hub of activity where you can find a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and more....
​​Joburg Market is committed to nurturing and developing its workforce....
The Joburg Market recently hosted a comprehensive food safety compliance workshop at its Opportunity Centre....
​The streets of Johannesburg turned a vibrant purple on Saturday, 16 November 2024, as thousands of enthusiastic runners participated in the annual Hollywoodbets 10km Joburg Race....
​​The City of Johannesburg officially launched the District Men's Parliament on Monday, 18 November 2024, at the Conny Bapela Council Chambers in Braamfontein....
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) is making significant strides in the construction of the Klipfontein Wellness Centre, a groundbreaking initiative to combat drug and alcohol abuse in Ward 32's Klipfontein...
The City of Johannesburg's Citizen Relationship & Urban Management (CRUM) Region F convened the Regional Councillors Forum meeting at the Brixton Multipurpose Centre on Monday, 18 November 2024....
​​The City of Johannesburg's Directorate of Corporate Geo-Informatics (CGIS) is ramping up efforts to raise awareness about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) this week....
The streets of Johannesburg buzzed with energy early on Sunday, 17 November 2024, as acting Mayor Cllr Eunice Mgcina fired the starter's gun at 5:30am to officially launch the Virgin...
​​The bustling streets of Bantwana Street in Ward 95 came alive with anticipation as the Acting Executive Mayor of Johannesburg, Cllr Eunice Mgcina, officially launched the Spaza Shop By-law Enforcement...
The City of Johannesburg is actively engaging with communities to raise awareness and educate them about “Diabetes Mellitus", a long-term health condition caused by elevated blood sugar levels primarily linked...
​The City of Johannesburg, in partnership with the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), invites residents and stakeholders to provide feedback on the draft Main Reef Roodepoort Urban Development Framework (UDF)....
​​​When Thabiso Makhetha (32) isn't patrolling the streets as a Tactical Response Unit Officer for the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD), he's on two wheels, conquering new challenges....
​​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg's Transport Department, is advancing the Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) infrastructure into the heart of the City...
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Johannesburg Zoo came creepily alive on Friday night, 31 October 2025, as over 5 000 visitors in the form of ghouls, ghosts, goblins and more filled the pathways for the...

The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Economic Develo​pment (DED) has officially welcomed Savant Foundry to the city—marking a bold step towards deepening Johannesburg’s innovation, industrialisation, and entrepreneurship landscape. Savant Foundry,...

The City of Johannesburg has officially reappointed Dr Floyd Warren Brink as City Manager — a familiar and respected figure known for his professionalism, dedication, and commitment to service delivery....

​​The Johannesburg De​velopment Agency (JDA) has reaffirmed its leadership in sustainable infrastructure development, earning three awards at the 88th IMESA/CESA Excellence Awards. The awards recognised the JDA’s excellence across multiple...

The City of Johannesburg, through the Department of Social Development and under the leadership of the MMC for Health and Social Development, Cllr Ennie Makhafola, is proud to celebrate Older...

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has confirmed that it is prepared for the 2025 rainy season, with a comprehensive Flood Management Plan in place to protect the City’s road network...

The afterglow of pride and unity still lingers along the streets of Sandton following the 36th Johannesburg Pride celebrations, which filled the area with vibrant colour, music, and joy on...

The City of Ekurhuleni walked away with bragging rights after clinching top honours at the 2025 OR Tambo Soncini Social Cohesion Games, hosted by the City of Johannesburg at Ellis...

The City of Johannesburg successfully hosted the 28th edition of the 947 Ride Joburg road races, transforming its major routes into a premier cycling circuit that celebrated both endurance and...

​The spirit of health and unity came alive in Diepsloot on Saturday, 25 October 2025, as Region A Sports and​ Recreation, in collaboration with the Sedumedi Hope Foundation, hosted a...

The City of Johannesburg is taking a major step towards transforming and formalising the informal trading sector through the introduction of smart trading permits. Executive Mayor Cllr Sello Dada Morero,...

Jaedon Terlouw and Kim Le Court were crowned champions of the 28th annual 947 Ride Joburg cycle challenge, concluding a spectacular metropolitan event that saw tens of thousands of cyclists...

For Kaye Ally, Founder of Pride of Africa and Director of Johannesburg Pride, advocacy began almost by accident — but has since become her life’s purpose. “Once I commit to...

The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Community Development, through its Library and Information Services, in partnership with the Library and Information Association of SA, hosted the second annual South African...

The City of Johannesburg’s Library and Information Services (LIS), under the Community Development Directorate, celebrated young readers’ passion for books at the 2025 Story Skirmish and Battle of the Books...

For more than two decades, Chris Bruyn, Region F Depot Manager at the Joburg Roads Agency (JRA), has been at the forefront of improving Johannesburg’s traffic management systems. He oversees...

The annual Joburg Market Farmers’ and SMME Day, held today, served as a powerful call to action for building food security and driving inclusive economic growth in the city. Opening...

By now, your outfit should be ready and your plans locked in for the 36th annual Johannesburg Pride parade, taking place on Saturday, 25 October 2025. This year’s Pride promises...

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