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You can feel it throughout the country. The tension and expectation of another Springbok win on Saturday, 31 August 2024....
Revitalising and rejuvenating public art in Johannesburg's Inner City is a key initiative within the City of Johannesburg's Arts, Culture and Heritage restoration programme.​...
The Roodepoort City Hall was buzzing with energy as businesswomen from various sectors gathered for a workshop on Tuesday, 27 August 2024....
​Following the contract termination of the initial contractor, Step Up Engineering, on 14 August 2024, the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is in the process of appointing a new contractor to...
​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg's Community Development Department, has commenced the construction of the long-awaited upgrades to the Murray Park Library, located in...
​Orange Farm Library hosted a special event in celebration of Women's Month by donating sanitary pads to the Clean Touch Organisation on 23 August 2024...
Women are the lifeblood of communities and the City of Johannesburg....
Creating a polished and professional theatrical experience for audiences is the name of the game for Joburg Theatre Stage Manager Leigh-Anne Nanguia,...
​In celebration of Women’s Month, Tshepisong Library hosted a Mini Girls Talk on 22 August 2024....
The City of Joburg, in partnership with Westgate Mall and other stakeholders, hosted a Women's Month event on 22 August 2024 to honour the achievements of over a hundred women...
Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, visited the Jukskei River to view Alexandra Water Warriors’ efforts on Thursday, 22 August 2024,....
Roodepoort Library, a cornerstone of the community in the west of Johannesburg, has been honoured with a Blue Plaque by the City of Johannesburg....
​The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Public Safety in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Mgcini Tshwaku, led a successful outreach programme yesterday, Tuesday, 20 August 2024....
Small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in Region A are invited to showcase their products at Sarafina Park in Diepsloot....
​The Joburg Market Opportunity Centre in City Deep successfully hosted a one-day digital entrepreneurship training, leaving a lasting impact on over 20 Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) on Thursday,...
The City of Johannesburg reviews tariffs annually to implement an increase by a determined percentage in line with bu​dget guidelines....
The Alexandra 8th Avenue Library hosted a special Women's Month event featuring author Ruth Mantele on 16 August 2024....
KAD Volleyball Club emerged victorious, clinching first place, followed by Delfos Volleyball Club in second, and Diggers Volleyball Club taking third....
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As part of marking World Diabetes Day, the City of Johannesburg’s Health Department is hosting an 8km fun walk from Naledi Hall, Soweto, on Sunday, 19 November 2023. The walk...

?The boys in City of Johannesburg’s Student Council recently conducted a campaign at Constitution Hill in Hillbrow, focusing on the “boy child”. The Student Council is made up of about...

??In the heart of ekasi, Soweto, a celebration of local lifestyle with food, fun and family will ignite through the third instalment of the Soweto Farmers Market. The market is...

​​Thousands of cyclists are getting ready for an exhilarating ride through the streets of Johannesburg with the upcoming Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg, scheduled for Sunday, 19 November. The annual...

​​The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has established a Tactical Response Unit (TRU) dedicated to fighting crime with a proactive approach. The JMPD’s TRU aims to collaborate with the South...

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) Motorways depot is taking proactive measures to alleviate the impact of climate change on the M1 South along the Glenhove offramp, despite increased rain intensity....

At 51 years old, Inspector Bhongolethu Magcai has proved it’s never too late to chase your dreams. Bhongolethu works in Johannesburg Metro Police Department’s (JMPD) VIP Protection Unit and recently...

The JDA has completed Phase 1 of the Rosebank Public Transport Facility upgrade, with Phase 2 awaiting building plan approval. The project aims to accommodate Rosebank’s growing commuter demand through...

The City’s Migration Sub-Unit within the Social Development Department has officially launched its Climate Change Response for Migrants, Refugees, and Internally Displaced Persons project. The project is aimed at addressing...

The 2023 Joburg Open launches the DP World Tour’s new Opening Swing, bringing a world-class field and major incentives as Johannesburg showcases its ambition, global partnerships and commitment to creating...

The much-anticipated multimillion Ivory Park Swimming Pool complex project is only awaiting water connection to officially complete the state-of-the-art facility. Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) acting CEO Siyabonga Genu says the...

In the hustle and bustle of Soweto, local company SHOVeBIKE is just about ready to launch its collection and delivery business through a first-ever electric bike service. The logistics start-up...

Ntsindiso Mphakathi, a young and determined athlete from Port Saint Johns in the Eastern Cape, had dreamed of winning the Soweto Marathon for as long as he could remember. As...

The City of Johannesburg Libraries and Information Services congratulates Mikateka Primary for winning the Story Skirmish and Franklin D Primary for winning the Battle of the Books competition. This comes...

As the parade in celebration of the Springboks historic victory in the 2023 Rugby World Cup made its way through the streets of Johannesburg on Thursday, 02 November 2023, all...

Lebohang Mataruka, the Personal Assistant of the Head of Planning at Johannesburg Roads Agency’s Planning Department, has received her laurels from earning her Master’s degree, thanks to JRA’s subsidised education...

Southern Suburbs Swimming Pool is thriving as residents of all ages flock for swimming lessons, aqua fitness, and leisure. With over 63,000 Region F pool users since September, the City...

In celebration of the Springbok’s historic victory in the 2023 Rugby World Cup, a parade has been organised to honour the champions in the streets of Johannesburg. The will pass...

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