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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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Over 23 000 Runners to Conquer Soweto Streets for the People’s Race

The City of Johannesburg and its partners proudly celebrated the launch of the 29th edition of the AfricanBank Soweto Marathon today, 31 October 2024, at a media briefing at the...
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City brought breast cancer awareness to the fore in October

​As the curtain comes down on October, the City of Johannesburg has increased its efforts to raise awareness on breast cancer during Breast Cancer Awareness Month....
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City Launches Vlakfontein Super Stop Facility

​​In a significant step towards improving public transportation in Region G, the City of Johannesburg celebrated the official launch of the Vlakfontein Super Stop Facility....
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Malvern Primary School Wins 2024 Battle of the Books

The Johannesburg Zoo hosted an exciting event as the City of Joburg Library and Information Services held the Battle of the Books 2024 finals on 30 October 2024....
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JOSHCO Enhances Access to Affordable Housing in the City of Joburg

As part of Joburg Social Housing Company’s (JOSHCO) commitment to transparency and accessibility, acting CEO Nokwazi Mtshali announced the launch of a new initiative today, 30 October 2024, focused on...
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Residents Raise Infrastructure Concerns During Community-Based Planning Meeting

​In an ongoing effort to involve residents in shaping development plans, the City of Johannesburg held a community-based planning meeting at Altrek Sports Complex in Region E, focusing on the...
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Mikateka Primary Wins Story Skirmish Finals at Johannesburg Zoo

​The Johannesburg Zoo buzzed with excitement as four schools competed in the finals of the City of Joburg’s Story Skirmish, hosted by Libraries and Information Services on 29 October 2024....
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Joburg Central Library Opens New Chapter of Change

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has been undertaking renovations, roof repairs and fire protection systems upgrades at the City Library on behalf of the City of Johannesburg's Community Development Department....
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City of Joburg Hosts Clash of the Regions to Unearth Creatives

​​​The City of Johannesburg’s Arts, Culture, and Heritage department recently held the “Clash of the Regions”, a two-day talent search event for local youth....
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City of Johannesburg Triumphs at the 2024 or Tambo Soncini Games

The City of Johannesburg took first place at the 2024 OR Tambo Soncini Games, held on 26 and 27 October at the University of Johannesburg, Brixton Multipurpose Centre, and Linden...
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JRA Honours Slain Essential Workers With Road Safety Awareness Campaign

​​As part of the City of Johannesburg’s October Transport Month (OTM2024), the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) held a wreath-laying ceremony and joined the Transport Department to raise awareness of the...
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SMMEs Get Dedicated Rental Facilities to Their Drive Growth at Joburg Market

​​​​The Joburg Market’s Property and Facility Department is strengthening support for SMMEs by offering them rental spaces at its premises. This initiative allows entrepreneurs to expand their reach, sell products...
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Joburg Tourism Company Showcases at ITB Asia in Singapore

The Joburg Tourism Company (JTC) made its second showcase at ITB Asia, an annualglobal meeting hub for travel professionals across the value chain, following a successful debut at last year’s...
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Randburg Community Engages in Successful Budget Participation Session

​Region B hosted a successful Community-Based Planning (CBP) session at Ferndale Recreation Centre in Randburg. The CBP was attended by community members from wards 102 and 98....
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Ayifuniwena FC Triumphs With Major Win at 2024 African Pride Games

​​​On October 26, 2024, After a gruelling month of knockout rounds, 012 Ayifuniwena Football Club emerged as champions, taking home the grand prize of R200,000 and marking a significant achievement...
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Farmers and Smmes Unite at Joburg Market to Tackle Challenges and Drive Growth

​​Joburg Market recently hosted a dynamic Farmers and SMME Day under the theme “Growing Together”, led by MMC for Economic Development, Cllr Nomoya Mnisi....
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Diepsloot Residents Raise Crime and Unemployment Concerns at CBP Meeting

​​Residents from wards 113, 95, and 96 gathered to discuss the urgent issues of crime and unemployment affecting their neighborhood on Saturday, 26 October 2024, at the Diepsloot Youth Centre....
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Outreach Programme Connects Residents to Essential City Services

​​The City of Johannesburg’s Region D held a successful community outreach event at Dobsonville Point, Extension 3 on Thursday, 24 October 2024....
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Joburg City Library receives much-needed renovations​

Last month marked the start of the 2023 academic year with book lovers and those seeking to broaden their knowledge looking to take the opportunity to use libraries across the...
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Roodepoort youth warned against pitfalls of substance abuse​

Scores of pupils from Unified Public School braved the cold weather and rain to attend a life skills programme hosted by Westview Clinic at the Florida Library in Roodepoort this...
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Every day comes with danger, says Joburg’s toughest cop

His line of work is “fast, dangerous and unpredictable”....
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​Joburg resident Mam Sibongile opens her heart in a book​

Mam Sibongile Malinga (63) is one of the senior citizens who recently wrote a book as part of literacy programme in Johannesburg. The book is titled CoJ Senior Citizens Write...

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​Mayor Amad puts Joburg residents at the centre of service delivery​

​The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Thapelo Amad, has vowed to put service delivery at the top of the agenda for his administration....
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Alexandra community finally gets solution to its environmental challenges

The past few days have been a hive of activity in Alexandra township as the City of Johannesburg’s Region E Integrated Environmental Awareness Programme Plan was being implemented. The plan...

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Self-published author Lindokuhle bares his soul​

​​Becoming a vegetarian, obtaining his driver’s licence, finding a permanent job, welcoming his second daughter, and falling out of love were all ingredients to the success of self-published author Lindokuhle...
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​Sergeant Nkuna helps mom deliver baby girl in City of Joburg streets

​​​​City of Johannesburg Metro Police Sergeant Connie Nkuna (41) has an extra reason to stand tall after helping deliver a baby girl on Wednesday, 1 February 2023....
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Joburg Film Festival showcases finest from around the world

The Joburg Film Festival returns with six days of screenings across Gauteng, showcasing over 35 global films—including African and South African premieres—to celebrate storytelling, boost cultural tourism, and spotlight Africa’s...
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Global fans name FNB Stadium 13th most beautiful venue in the world

The City of Johannesburg’s iconic FNB Stadium was recently named the 13th most beautiful sports stadium in the world by British-based Online Betting Guide out of a total of 41...

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Kya Sands Super Stop facility to provide safer commuter experience

To make roads safer for transport users and commuters, the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has implemented the Kya Sand Super Stop Holding Facility. Kya Sands, not far from Cosmo City,...

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Gear up for must-see shows at the City’s theatres

There is a lot to be excited about this year as the City of Johannesburg’s theaters will be unpacking world-class entertainment in the next few months. Joburg Theatre, Soweto Theatre...

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Three days of fun for Sowetans and visitors at Makhelwane Festival

The 2023 Makhelwane edition attracted over 1 200 festivalgoers, food lovers and many others from across the City of Johannesburg to experience “Soweto Through The Eyes of the Locals” this...

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City of Joburg’s Tyrin Naidoo is one of Africa’s brightest young minds

His keen interest in solving problems and developing long-term solutions recently earned him high honour. Tyrin Naidoo (36), the City’s Acting Chief Operations Officer who is also serving in a...

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Pikitup seals deal with to clear rubbish around the zoo

Pikitup, the waste management company of the City of Johannesburg, has entered into a working relationship with the Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo aimed at assisting the latter to clear...

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Mayor Phalatse unveils multimillion plan to mitigate loadshedding up to Stage 3

The City of Johannesburg this morning, 26 January 2023, unveiled plans to mitigate loadshedding and keep the lights on for its long-suffering residents. The Executive Mayor of the City of...

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JMPD clamps down on speeders with roadside cameras

The City is cracking down on speeders with the relaunch of roadside cameras on the municipal road network. Cllr David Tembe, the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Public...

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Region F councillors thrash out service delivery gaps, moot out solutions

Service delivery shortfalls affecting municipal wards in Region F, such as bad and hijacked buildings that have turned into crime havens and illegal motor mechanics, topped the agenda of this...

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