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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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....
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....
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...
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....
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...
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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​The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Ronald Harris, was at the Hector Pieterson Museum to meet and welcome the US Secretary...

​​​​​​​​​​​​The Totalsports Women’s Day race is renowned for bringing together hordes of athletes from all levels of society, and this year’s showpiece on Tuesday, 9 August will be no exception,...

Being a police officer does not imply that your responsibilities are limited to making arrests, issuing citations for traffic violations, and directing traffic. “I love the fact that I can...

A leaking roof in a dilapidated house is now a thing of the past for Gogo Elizabeth Nkosi after Cllr David Tembe and the management of South African Breweries (SAB)...

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has appointed Mr Mokgema Mongane as its CEO. Mongane joins the City of Johannesburg’s implementing agent for five years, effective from 5 August 2022. The...

​Herstory International Festival kicked off with explosive sights and sounds at Soweto Theatre on Tuesday night, 2 August 2022. This all-women festival is led by award-winning playwright Napo Masheane and...

​​One of the City of Johannesburg’s most significant infrastructure developments in terms of scope and scale has received an entry into the 2022 Fulton Awards. The Watt Interchange, which lies...

Oftentimes, local government gets more brickbats than bouquets from residents but Orange Farm resident Derick Mncube wants to change all of that. The singer and songwriter has allowed his creative...

Vibrant Mercy Sepadi, 29, the Operational Manager at Region F’s Environmental Health Directorate, is among the Mail & Guardian (M&G) newspaper’s highly acclaimed 200 Young South African leaders to watch...

One day when it felt like I was failing the family, I went around the park, and found a tree and cried. I was on my knees, crying. I had...

The Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Vasco da Gama, inducted three new ActionSA councillors on Wednesday, 27 July 2022. Cllr Jainoodeen Zahid, Cllr Christopher Mohlala and...

​​​The City Johannesburg’s multiparty government is implementing the “7 to 11 Boots on the Ground” programme to develop a customer-centric value chain in the delivery of basic services. Cllr Ronald...

​​The Johannesburg Development Agency has joined the world to celebrate Madiba’s life and legacy in changing the world for the better. In honour of the late struggle hero, we highlight...

The legendary Don Mattera was honoured at a memorial service at Roodepoort Theatre on Sunday, 24 July 2022. Two days before his passing, Mattera was honoured with a star tile...

The office of the Chair of Chairs and team of chairpersons of committees in the Council of the City of Johannesburg honoured unsung heroes as part of Nelson Mandela month....

​Mandela Day has come and gone but July is still a month dedicated to honouring the legacy of Madiba.​ ​Region B employees went out to Westbury Primary School to donate...

​The City of Johannesburg has encouraged connecting across continents at the launch of the Placemaking Africa network at the World Urban Forum recently. One of the key objectives of the...

When you plant a tree, you also provide shade for future generations. When you start a vegetable garden in your backyard, you provide your family with healthy meals. This is...

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