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 Netball Test Series. The Spar Proteas will kickstart 2026...
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 Netball Test Series....
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....
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....
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....
Festive Season message to the business community from Economic Development MMC Nomoya Mnisi
MMC for Economic Development, Cllr N.D. Mnisi, shares a festive season message expressing appreciation to Johannesburg’s business community and partners....
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Newly elected Joburg Junior Mayor, Kamogelo Malikane, has pledged to foster a culture of entrepreneurship among the city’s young people....
he Soweto Theatre erupted in a standing ovation on Sunday, 4 August 2024, marking a triumphant opening night for Obeah Opera's international premiere tour....
As we usher in the month of August in the City of Johannesburg, women are top of the agenda for special attention in recognition of their contributions in the struggle...
The City of Johannesburg has designated the Greater Orange Farm region as a priority intervention area....
City Power successfully disconnected illegal connections and removed about 10,000kg of Aerial Bundle Cables (ABC), bare wires, and aluminium cable conductors worth an estimated R500,000 along London Road in Alexandra....
In the heart of Johannesburg, Joburg Market is more than just a marketplace; it's a vital hub nourishing families and fostering job creation....
It’s fascinating how sometimes our passions and career paths can unfold unexpectedly....
The Johannesburg Youth Ballet and the National School of the Arts have come together in a collaborative season of youth dance, showcasing a range of styles and talents, offering a...
The Johannesburg City Council this week gave the green light to comprehensive turnaround plans for City Power and Johannesburg Water....
City Power successfully cut off illegal connections and seized about 18,000kg of aluminium cable conductors worth R1.5 million from Kanana informal settlement in Rabie Ridge....
City Power has announced exceptional results for the 2023/24 financial year, marked by consistent quarter-on-quarter growth and a significant improvement in key performance indicators (KPIs). The utility’s focus on service...
As the curtain comes down on Mandela Month, the Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Margaret Arnolds, hopes to make the #ReadForMandela Book Donation Drive an official...
Over 60 emerging farmers participated in a stimulating, interactive, and informative networking session on Tuesday, 30 July 2024, at the Joburg Market’s Opportunity Centre in City Deep, Johannesburg....
Lights, camera, action! Get ready for the international premiere tour of Obeah Opera in Soweto....
Region B is the only region in the City that boasts two heated swimming pools, namely the Linden Swimming Pool and Coronationville Swimming Pool, and they are open all year...
On Friday, 26 July 2024, the Office of the Ombudsman for the City of Johannesburg will host a Mandela Month event under the theme “Reclaiming our Dignity” at the Reuven...
Dinah Billings (54), a General Worker at Yeoville Library, is a true inspiration. A wife, mother, dedicated employee, and trusted confidante, she recently added a well-deserved title to her list:...
The City of Johannesburg is gearing up for a significant modernisation of its urban planning process. A new web-based citywide spatial data portal is under development, fostering a collaborative environment...
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The Johannesburg Aids Council (JAC) held its quarterly meeting at the Connie Bapela Council Chambers in Braamfontein on 08 October 2025....
The City of Johannesburg (City) has welcomed the decision by Global Credit Rating Company Limited (GCR) to revise its outlook from negative to stable....
The City of Johannesburg’s Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Economic Development, Councillor Nomoya Mnisi, has announced the resumption of registration, application, and the issuing of informal trading permits...
The City of Johannesburg remains steadfast in its commitment to ending the Aids epidemic by 2030, reaffirming its leadership in driving a people-centred, evidence-based HIV response....
The City of Johannesburg Executive Mayor, Cllr Dada Morero, together with the MMC for Public Safety, Cllr Mgcini Tshwaku, MMC for Development Planning, Cllr Eunice Mgcina, acting head of Public...
Small-scale farmers gathered at the Braampark Auditorium for Joburg Market's Market Access and Product Standards Awareness Session — a key milestone in the City's Farm-to-Market Campaign....
Johannesburg came alive on Sunday, 5 October 2025, as thousands of women took to the streets for the SPAR Women's Challenge — a celebration of strength, wellness, and community spirit....
A palpable sense of festive euphoria and fierce camaraderie dotted the prize-giving ceremony of the National Metropolitan Police Games last night....
The Joburg Roads Agency (JRA) Depot in Region F has undergone a much-needed refurbishment, improving both its functionality and appearance after years of neglect due to budget constraints....
As the National Metropolitan Police Games in Durban reach their crescendo, rivalries among law enforcement agencies from Johannesburg [JMPD], Tshwane [TMPD], Ekurhuleni [EMPD], Nelson Mandela Bay [NMBM], and the host,...
The City of Johannesburg's Department of Human Settlements is bringing its vision to life with the Jabavu Extension 6 Mixed-Use Development in Soweto....
The annual National Metropolitan Police Games erupted into action in eThekwini this last night, with an electric opening ceremony setting the stage for a week of intense athletic rivalry....
As the world marked World Tourism Day on 27 September, South Africa observed Tourism Month – a chance to reflect on how tourism connects us to our history, culture, and...
As Arbor Month comes to an end in South Africa, Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) is calling on residents to help grow a greener, more resilient city—one tree at...
The City of Johannesburg, together with the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Gautrain, Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA), and Athletics Gauteng North (AGN), is proud to support the...
Olorato Mojaki's rise within the City of Johannesburg is proof of how dedication and hard work can translate into better service delivery for residents....
The City of Johannesburg marked the 45th anniversary of the Roodepoort Theatre with a gala celebration on Heritage Day, 25 September....
The City's 7th Annual Heritage Dress-Up & Cook-Off Contest was a big success, with prizes galore....