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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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Residents Frustrated by Constant Water Shortages

The City of Johannesburg hosted a Community-Based Planning (CBP) session for Region F at the South Rand Recreation Centre on Saturday, 12 October 2024....
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Mankgonyane Drives Theatre Excellence to New Audiences

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​"While the spotlight typically shines on the actors and performers, a theatre truck driver can also wow the crowd in his own way," chuckles Mankgonyane Johannes Kgatuke, who is Johannesburg's...
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SAPS Bolsters Crime-Fighting Ties With Gauteng Province and City of Joburg

​​In a renewed effort to combat crime and enhance public safety, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has formalised a significant partnership with the Gauteng Province and the City of...
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JOSHCO: Transforming Housing in Joburg for 20 Years

​​For two decades, the Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO) has been a game changer in providing affordable housing to thousands of residents....
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Emissions Testing Initiative Highlights Need for Cleaner Air in Joburg

​The City of Johannesburg's Environment & Infrastructure Services Department (EISD) and the Gauteng Department of Environment conducted random diesel vehicle emission testing on Thursday, 10 October 2024, as part of...
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Johannesburg Ignites Future-Forward Community Innovation Challenge

The City of Johannesburg is stepping into a more modern and sustainable future with the launch of its Community Innovation Challenge and Awards 2024....
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Belu Brings Flair and Global View to Joburg Tourism

​She is well-travelled, skilled and now a new addition to Johannesburg Tourism....
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Region B Claims Victory at City’s Annual Kiddies Games

The city-wide Kiddies Games, a flagship programme of the Department of Community Development’s Sport and Recreation directorate, concluded yesterday with an exhilarating display of youthful energy and athleticism at the...
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Rapid Progress in the Construction of the Bertrams Multipurpose Centre

​​​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), the City of Johannesburg's infrastructure development arm, has been making steady progress on the construction of the Bertrams Multipurpose Centre....
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Thrilling Holiday Fun Day for the Youth

​​Region D, in partnership with Ravens on Mission, recently hosted a vibrant holiday program at the Protea Glen Local Grounds, Extension 4, in Ward 14....
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Glenrose Xaba Shines at the Spar Women’s Challenge 2024

​The Spar Women's Challenge brought vibrant energy to Marks Park Sports Club in Emmarentia, as women of all ages and fitness levels came together for an inspiring day of racing...
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Speaker of Council Starts 2024 Community-Based Planning Sessions in Region C

​The City of Johannesburg kicked off its first Community-Based Planning (CBP) session for 2024 on Saturday, 05 October 2024 at the Bramfischerville Multipurpose Centre (MPCC) in Region C....
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City of Johannesburg Thrills With High-Octane Formula 1 Showrun in Sandton

​​The City of Johannesburg proudly hosted an electrifying Formula 1 “Showrun" on Sunday, October 6, 2024, in the bustling heart of Sandton....
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City Hosts Successful Induction for Upcoming Board of Directors

The City of Johannesburg hosted an induction for Municipal Entities and Group Advisory Committees at the iconic Soweto Theatre, organised by the City's Group Governance Department, on Thursday, 3 October...
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Jozi Gears up for Thrilling Weekend of World-Class Events

The City of Johannesburg is set to showcase its dynamic energy with an action-packed weekend of exciting events, highlighting its top-tier infrastructure and rich cultural diversity, while prioritising the safety...
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My Job Is Keeping the City’s Streets Clean

​While many are still waking up, people like Lucas Chiloane are already having a quick cup of coffee before heading to because the city's waste doesn't wait for anyone....
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JRA’s Operation Restore Tackles Road Safety in Region C

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) recently kicked off Operation Restore in Region C to address road defects in Roodepoort and surrounding areas....
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Join Joburg’s First Cycling Awareness Ride This Sunday

​Support cycling safety in Johannesburg by joining the City's first-ever Safe Cycling Awareness Ride this Sunday, 6 October, at 08am. Starting from Metro Park in Braamfontein, this 25km ride will...
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​Fear of Covid-19 stigma drove Officer Ndziba to get her jab

​JMPD Officer Busi Ndziba has just been inoculated against Covid-19 following a stressful encounter with the virus. “When I received my positive Covid-19 test results, it was the darkest day...
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​City of Joburg is keeping arts and culture alive

As part of the 2021 Arts Alive Johannesburg International Arts Festival, Beat Makers Market in partnership with the City of Johannesburg presented a live stream experience like no other on...
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The new Constance “Conny” Bapela Council Chamber immortalizes the late former Speaker

The City of Joburg’s newly unveiled Constance Connie Bapela Council Chamber represents accountability and transparency, the attributes the late former Speaker Bapela espoused...
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​YaseKasi celebrates football as Soweto’s cultural heritage

​With social activities resuming after the hard lockdown, the organiser of YaseKasi Soccer Tournament, Patrick Moroanyane celebrated Heritage month in style by hosting a football contest within the Soweto neighbourhood...
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NGO feeds health workers in Midrand

​Volunteers from a local Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) have been donating refreshments to health workers in Region A in honour of their efforts to fight the Covid-19 pandemic by ensuring community...

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​Scintillating performances set to bring ‘Arts Alive’

​The annual Johannesburg International Arts Alive Festival, now in its 29th year, is billed to feature a range of artistic performances in a variety of offerings designed to enthral local...

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​Township Fleva drives change in far-flung Orange Farm

The founder and chief executive of Township Fleva, an independent social-entrepreneurship programme in Orange Farm, is keen about turning youngsters from poverty-stricken households into captains of industry. Rashuping Morake, referred...

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Heritage riders explore history of Soweto

​In celebration of Heritage Month, the City of Johannesburg and Regatammogo Sports Development and Life Skills jointly hosted the fourth annual Soweto Heritage Ride on Sunday, 26 September 2021. The...

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Alex Poetry Festival brings love for heritage to the community

​As part of the 29th edition of the annual Arts Alive International Festival, Alex Arts Academy presented Alex Poetry Festival recently at the Alex Arts Academy. As hosts of the...

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Anti-apartheid martyrs finally get Freedom of the City awards

​The City of Johannesburg conferred the Freedom of the City on James Sofasonke Mpanza, Rebecca Kotane and Bheki Mlangeni posthumously on Wednesday, 29 September 2021....
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​Mayor Matongo honoured with a wreath-laying ceremony

​For two hours, a stretch of the Golden Highway was cordoned off yesterday, with motorists directed to alternative routes as the City of Johannesburg honoured the late Executive Mayor, Cllr...

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​Smiling Assassin Mokoena wins Ludo’s Battle of the Kasis

​The City of Johannesburg plans to launch the Soweto Ludo League following the recent successful staging of a Ludo tournament at East Bank Hall in Alexandra. The Ludo tournaments’ success...

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​Revellers urged to enjoy City parks and nature reserves responsibly on Heritage Day

​Annually, residents come out in their numbers in vibrant traditional outfits to picnic and braai in their local park, to mark National Heritage Day, on Friday, 24 September 2021. Staying...

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​Six arrested for illegal tree-pruning in Fourways

​Swift action by Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo’s senior horticulturist, Joseph Ndou, resulted in the arrest of six employees from a leading landscaping company for allegedly illegally pruning trees. Six...

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​Mayor Matongo was a jolly good fellow who served the people

​“Today we remember him for serving the City the best way he could. He was a man of his word and strongly believed in doing active ground work.” That is...

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Du Plessis strives to protect the environment for posterity

​A trailblazing Joburg Zoo Curator who headed a ground-breaking conservation project to reintroduce 400 amphibians back into their natural habitat believes stricter environmental measures are needed to avoid rare species...

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Women in law enforcement encouraged to publicly denounce GBV

​Women in law enforcement have been encouraged to publicly denounce the scourge of gender-based violence (GBV) and to assist vulnerable members of society to resist all forms of discrimination and...
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​City hosts Girls into Rugby development programme in the heart of Soweto

​Although rugby is always seen as a male-dominated sport, girls took to the field as City of Johannesburg Sport and Recreation partnered with Yellow Cover SA to host a Girls...

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