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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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Final Countdown to the Springboks-All Blacks Rugby Clash​

You can feel it throughout the country. The tension and expectation of another Springbok win on Saturday, 31 August 2024....
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Restored Art Reinvigorates Johannesburg’s Inner City​

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.​...
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Businesswomen Unite for Growth and Success​

The Roodepoort City Hall was buzzing with energy as businesswomen from various sectors gathered for a workshop on Tuesday, 27 August 2024....
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​JRA to Appoint New Contractor to Finish Lilian Ngoyi Street Rehabilitation Project​

​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...
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Decades Old Murray Park Library Set for Multi-Million Rand Makeover​​

​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...
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Orange Farm Library Celebrates Women’s Month With Donation

​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...
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City Celebrates Women as the Heartbeats of Johannesburg

Women are the lifeblood of communities and the City of Johannesburg....
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Leigh-Anne, Unsung Hero Behind the Curtain​

Creating a polished and professional theatrical experience for audiences is the name of the game for Joburg Theatre Stage Manager Leigh-Anne Nanguia,...
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Tshepisong Library Empowers Young Girls

​In celebration of Women’s Month, Tshepisong Library hosted a Mini Girls Talk on 22 August 2024....
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​Region C Celebrates Women’s Achievements​

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...
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​Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Visits Jukskei River​

Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, visited the Jukskei River to view Alexandra Water Warriors’ efforts on Thursday, 22 August 2024,....
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Roodepoort Library: A Historical Gem in the West of Johannesburg​

Roodepoort Library, a cornerstone of the community in the west of Johannesburg, has been honoured with a Blue Plaque by the City of Johannesburg....
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Public Safety MMC Cllr Tshwaku Leads Sanitary Towel Drive​

​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....
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Public Safety MMC Cllr Tshwaku Leads Sanitary Towel Drive​Small Businesses in Region a Invited to Exhibit at Sarafina Park​

Small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in Region A are invited to showcase their products at Sarafina Park in Diepsloot....
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​Joburg Market Opportunity Centre Empowers Smmes With Digital Skills​

​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,...
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Understanding Your 2024/2025 Municipal Services Tariffs​​

The City of Johannesburg reviews tariffs annually to implement an increase by a determined percentage in line with bu​dget guidelines....
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Survivor Turned Author Inspires at Alex Library​

The Alexandra 8th Avenue Library hosted a special Women's Month event featuring author Ruth Mantele on 16 August 2024....
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Empowering Women Through Volleyball: Celebrating Sisterhood in Sport​​

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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City Parks and Zoo honours greening initiatives with Environmental Awards ceremony

The Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo hosted its Environmental Awards ceremony at the Brixton Multipurpose Centre on 22 June 2023 to honour and acknowledge institutions for their remarkable greening projects...
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India to host International Day of Yoga in Joburg​

Large swarms of fitness fanatics and spiritualists are expected to attend the grand celebration of the International Day of Yoga at the Wanderers Cricket Stadium on Saturday, 24 June. Poised...

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​CRUM Region F takes the lead in improving service delivery

The Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) directorate in Region F has embarked on a vigorous campaign to revitalise the region's wards. Over the past two months, a dedicated multidisciplinary...
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​Basha Uhuru Fest to rock Constitutional Hill​

The Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival is set to make a triumphant return to Constitutional Hill in Braamfontein between Wednesday, 21 and Saturday, 24 June, as it acknowledges, celebrates, and pays...
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​Soweto to stage musical concert that commemorates June 16​

The City's Arts, Culture, and Heritage Directorate in partnership with Soweto Theatre, presents a commemorative dialogue and musical concert titled "Embo: Remembering and Re-membering Our Essence"....
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​Stretching our necks for World Giraffe Day at Joburg Zoo

Join Joburg Zoo and our passionate keepers as we celebrate World Giraffe Day on Wednesday, 21 June, an annual event that honours these majestic and beloved creatures. Renowned for their...

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​City urges pensioners to reapply for property rates rebates​

The City has issued a call to all pensioners who own residential properties, urging them to apply or reapply for pensioner rebate benefits by Saturday, 30 September. The current benefits...
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​Youngsters commemorate June 16 with a vibrant ‘Soweto Day’ event​

In commemoration of Youth Day, young people of Soweto were treated to an exhilarating ‘Soweto Day’ event, brimming with electrifying live performances from local DJs, artists, dancers, poets, and more....

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Riverlea senior citizens relive memories through karaoke​

Riverlea’s senior citizens were treated to a delightful trip down memory lane as they belted out iconic songs, including hits by Tina Turner, Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves, Judy Boucher, Elton...

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JDA to play role in City’s R7.6-billion 2023/24 capital expenditure budget

​The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Finance, Dada Morero clearly signalled the City’s commitment to the future of Johannesburg when he tabled a R80.9-billion budget for 2023/24, including a...

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​Speaker of Council engages young people during Youth Month​

The Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Colleen Makhubele, took to Jozi streets o as part of June 16 Youth Day commemoration to remember the lives under...

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​Zandspruit children take a stand against child abuse​

A horde of energetic children marching against the scourge of child abuse as part of Child Protection Week recently brought Marina Drive in Zandspruit, Johannesburg, to a standstill. Commemorated under...

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Electrician, Mudau Keeps The Lights On In Alex​​

“I obtained my qualification in 2017 and joined City Power in 2021. I haven’t been happier in any other job. I hope I can continue doing a good job and...

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​City Power’s intended extension of Kelvin Power agreement to 2026​

Talks are underway between the City of Johannesburg’s power utility, City Power, and private power station in Kempton Park, Kelvin Power Station, to extend their agreement to supply electricity to...

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​Joburg’s R 80.9 billion belt-tightening budget lays solid foundation for the future

One of the objectives of the 2023/24 budget in the City of Johannesburg is to restore the financial position of the City and ensure that residents receive the services they...

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​Commemorating Youth Day in honour of past heroes​

The City of Johannesburg will play host to an array of exciting activities curated to pay homage to the courageous heroes of the June 16, 1976, Soweto uprising. From Thursday,...

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Second Soweto Investment Conference to showcase township’s potential​

Soweto is a vibrant business community that beams with potential and the second upcoming Soweto Investment Conference will highlight the diverse sectors poised for investment, including manufacturing, tourism, renewable energy,...

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​City Parks commemorates Environment Month with a greening competition​

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) is championing the promotion of greener and healthier environments through a meticulously coordinated open space interaction and greening competition. JCPZ, as the custodian of...

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