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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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Metrobus accelerates with smart mobility upgrades ahead of G20 Summit

Metrobus enters the new financial year with renewed energy, rolling out smart, eco-friendly transport innovations — including full cashless travel and free Wi-Fi — as Johannesburg prepares to shine on...
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City rebuilds business partnerships to drive growth in Region C

Region C has launched its “Meet the City” Investment Retention Programme, strengthening partnerships with local businesses through faster approvals, economic support, and improved service delivery to boost investor confidence and...
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Joburg Tourism eyes strong growth as City showcases its best during G20

Johannesburg Tourism enters the extended summer season with renewed confidence, boosted by record visitor numbers, vibrant lifestyle events, and a bold new destination brand positioning the city as a premier...
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Joburg gets green light for JAG restoration as all approvals secured

The City has secured key heritage and regulatory approvals to begin restoring the Johannesburg Art Gallery, paving the way for structural repairs, safe artwork relocation, and renewed cultural programming during...
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City organisers inspect route ahead of 2025 African Bank Soweto Marathon

The City and organisers have completed a full inspection of the 30th African Bank Soweto Marathon route, ensuring water points, safety measures, and logistics are fully prepared for thousands of...
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JMPD steps up visibility and traffic control for G20 Leaders’ Summit

The JMPD will lead major traffic and security operations during Johannesburg’s G20 Summit, coordinating road closures, convoy movements, and safety measures across Gauteng to protect residents and international delegates throughout...
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Johannesburg sets the record straight on removal of Solidarity’s illegal M1 banner

The City of Johannesburg confirms it removed Solidarity’s M1 banner solely for violating Outdoor Advertising By-Laws, rejecting claims of political motives as it reaffirms its commitment to lawful, consistent by-law...
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Johannesburg Water sets ambitious course as Joburg prepares for the G20 Summit

Johannesburg Water enters the 2025/26 financial year with renewed leadership and a bold plan to restore reliability, expand infrastructure, boost economic growth, and strengthen sustainability—positioning the City as a resilient,...
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City Parks & Zoo urges caution around fallen trees and sunken graves

Joburg City Parks and Zoo urges residents to stay vigilant during heavy rain and strong winds, warning of collapsing trees and grave subsidence, and calling for prompt reporting to prevent...
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Honouring the past, building the future: JCT ushers in a new era of growth

Celebrating the Roodepoort Theatre’s 45th anniversary, Joburg City Theatres is driving investment, modernisation, and inclusive cultural programming—positioning itself as a dynamic, world-class arts institution at the heart of Johannesburg’s creative...
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Joburg ends three-day CEO–City Clean-up Campaign with pledge for more delivery

The City of Johannesburg has concluded a successful three-day CEO–City Clean-Up Campaign, a collaborative effort between government, business leaders, civil society, and local communities to restore dignity, improve cleanliness, and...
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JCPZ shapes Joburg’s green legacy for G20 and beyond

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) is gearing up for a year of transformation, growth, and renewed commitment to its mandate of protecting and enhancing the city's natural environment....
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Joburg shines on global stage with 3 World Urban Parks 2025 Awards

Johannesburg's dedication to sustainability, urban greening, and inclusive public spaces has earned the City three prestigious honours at the World Urban Parks 2025 Awards....
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MetroTech unveiled: Powering Joburg’s connected future

The Metropolitan Trading Company (MTC) — one of the City of Johannesburg's most vital yet lesser-known entities — has officially rebranded as the Metropolitan Tech Company, or simply MetroTech....
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Clean-Up Campaign: President Ramaphosa joins City and CEOs in Kliptown renewal

President Cyril Ramaphosa today, 14 November 2025, is participating in the CEOs–City Clean-up Campaign in Kliptown, joining the Executive Mayor, Cllr Dada Morero, and over 70 CEOs from Johannesburg's private...
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Keeping Linden cool: Inside the suburb’s beloved pool

The Linden Swimming Pool isn't just a place to beat the summer heat, it's a neighbourhood landmark where families, swimmers and friends come together to train, relax and connect....
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Region B are the winners at the 2025 citywide Kiddies Games

Region B emerged as the proud winners of the 2025 City Wide Kiddies Games on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at the Ellis Park Arena. The annual event, hosted by the...
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City and business unite for a cleaner, safer Johannesburg

The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Dada Morero, has officially launched the CEOs-City Clean-up Campaign; a bold and collaborative initiative aimed at restoring dignity, order, and pride...
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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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