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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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Matholesville Multipurpose Centre to Stimulate Growth and Development

​The 1800m2 Matholesville Multipurpose Centre is part of the City of Johannesburg's strategy to meet demand for new social infrastructure. The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) is implementing the construction of...
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Free Access to the Joburg Zoo for Pensioners This October

​​​Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) are thrilled to announce that throughout October, all pensioners are invited to enjoy free access to the Johannesburg Zoo during the week....
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JRA to Unveil Smart Mobility Solutions at Smarter Mobility Africa Summit

​The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is excited to announce its participation in the sixth annual Smarter Mobility Africa summit from 2 to 4 October 2024 at the Gallagher Convention Centre...
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Thousands Ready for the People’s Race in November

​As athletes prepare for the highly anticipated African Bank Soweto Marathon, South African runner and defending champion Ntsindiso Mphakathi is eager to defend his title against international competitors, particularly from...
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Ekurhuleni, Tshwane Crowned Champions at the 2024 Males Netball Championships

The 2024 Males Netball Championship brought electrifying moments to Ellis Park Arena, with Johannesburg proudly extending its congratulations to Ekurhuleni and Tshwane for their outstanding victories....
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Soweto Pride Reaffirms Support for LGBTQI+a Community

South Africa's largest township lit up this past Saturday as communities came together in celebration of Soweto Pride at Dorothy Nyembe Park in Dobsonville, Soweto on Saturday, 28 September 2024....
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Joy of Jazz Soars to a Thrilling Finale

​​The Standard Bank Joy of Jazz festival came to a thrilling conclusion on Saturday morning, with all four stages of the Sandton Convention Centre reverberating with vibrant performances that stretched...
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Jazz Lovers Spoilt for Choice at Standard Bank Joy of Jazz

The highly anticipated Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival kicked off in spectacular style at the Sandton Convention Centre, offering jazz enthusiasts an unforgettable experience with performances spread across five...
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JDA’s 2024/25 Roadmap Focuses on Project Delivery Model

​With a new board appointed and the Johannesburg Development Agency's (JDA) 2024/24 financial year in full swing, the agency will take a hands-on approach to addressing the previous financial year's...
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Joy of Jazz Festival to Celebrate 25th Anniversary in Spectacular Style

​​​Sandton, Gauteng's financial capital, will be transformed into a mecca for jazz when hundreds of jazz enthusiasts and connoisseurs descend on the Sandton Convention Centre for the annual Standard Bank...
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Joburg Market Leads Fresh Produce Industry With Energy Diversification Initiatives

Amid South Africa's ongoing energy crisis, Joburg Market continues to set a high standard in the fresh produce industry. As a critical player in maintaining food security, the market has...
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MMC Mabaso Delivers Title Deeds to Over 700 Residents

​“As we celebrate 30 years of democracy, I couldn't have asked for a better milestone than owning land," said 59-year-old Sophie Manese Mzamo, moments after receiving her title deed from...
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Johannesburg Comes Alive During ABSA Run Your City 10K Race

​Thousands of runners and walkers filled Johannesburg's inner-city streets for the 10km Absa Run Your City Joburg 10K, held at Mary Fitzgerald Square in Newtown on Heritage Day, Tuesday, 24...
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Council Approves Major Housing Developments, Benefiting Over 100,000 Residents

The Department of Human Settlements in the City of Johannesburg extends its appreciation to the council for its support on three crucial projects that will benefit more than 100,000 people...
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Celebrating 50 Years: Joburg Market’s Journey at City Deep

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Fresh Produce Market's relocation to its current site in City Deep. From humble beginnings, Joburg Market has shown remarkable resilience, growing from...
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Fidelitas Secondary Wins VW Train for Life Girls Tournament in Dramatic Fashion

​​​Fidelitas Secondary School triumphed over Fons Luminis Secondary School in a tense penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, claiming victory at the VW Train for Life Girls Tournament....
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Johannesburg Gears up for the Absa Run Your City 10K With Inner City Clean-up

​​The City of Johannesburg is thrilled to host the Absa Run Your City Joburg 10K race, taking place on Heritage Day, Tuesday, 24 September 2024....
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JMPD Triumphs National Metropolitan Police Games

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) cemented its reputation for excellence at the 2024 National Metropolitan Police Games, held at the Walter Sisulu Sports Complex in Randburg....
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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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