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....
Newsroom
Welcome to the Newsroom page, your hub for the latest updates, announcements, and stories from our community. Stay informed with comprehensive coverage on local events, council decisions, public services, and community initiatives. Explore our curated content to stay connected with everything happening in our city.
As Joburg Market marks the one-month anniversary of the Operation Phendula initiative, it is evident that the project has brought a wave of positive change....
The Youth in Agriculture initiative, launched in May by the Joburg Market, aims to educate high school pupils across Gauteng about agriculture....
As the countdown begins, anticipation is mounting for the upcoming ninth edition of the Joburg Ladies Open tournament, where elite golfers will vie for the prestigious title. The City is...
Libraries in Region D, Soweto, celebrated Africa Day under the theme “Education Encourages Quality” at Phiri Library on the eve of continental day, 24 May 2024....
Twenty-two people have been arrested in the past week in connection with theft and vandalism as City Power intensifies the fight against the scourge of cable theft and vandalism....
The Drieziek Library in Orange Farm, south of Johannesburg, was officially handed over to the City of Joburg by Member of the Executive Committee (MEC) Morakane Mosupyoe of Sports, Arts,...
The Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, together with the Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Kabelo Gwamanda, and the MMC for Health and Social Development,...
Rosebank Library's Lindo Dlamini (27) is making waves with his forward-thinking approach to library resource management....
The City of Johannesburg Council has given the green light to the budget for the upcoming financial year (2024/25)....
The City of Johannesburg is currently facing significant disruptions to its waste management services due to a strike by casual workers of Pikitup....
The City of Johannesburg’s Youth Directorate is excited to announce the inaugural #MadeInJozi Youth Summit, a ground-breaking event aimed at empowering the youth of the City....
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, the greening champion in the City of Joburg, is gearing up in celebration of International Day of Biodiversity, which is observed annually on 22 May....
The Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) directorate in Region F, in partnership with Sports and Recreation Region F, hosted an International Tea Day celebration dedicated to the elderly residents...
The City of Johannesburg will extend the operating hours of seven libraries from Saturday, 18 May 2023, to Sunday, 9 June 2023....
The Hector Pieterson Museum, one of Soweto's earliest museums nestled in the heart of Orlando West, has recently been honoured with an outstanding museum award....
The City of Johannesburg recognises the importance of the Joburg City Library (JCL) and is prioritising its safe reopening....
The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has successfully completed a stormwater reconstruction project in Eldorado Park and launched #OperationRestore in Kliptown's Ward 17....
Since 2013, South Hills Library has been transforming the lives of elderly residents....
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The SA India Day Carnival returns to Wanderers Stadium with vibrant performances, cultural fusion, Indian cuisine, and family-friendly entertainment—bringing the colours, flavours, and spirit of India to the heart of...
Speaker Colleen Makhubele marked Women’s Day in Alexandra, honouring the township’s resilient women and emphasising their vital role in shaping families, communities, and the nation’s social and economic progress....
MMC Anthea Leitch honoured Women’s Day by supporting GBV survivors in Eldorado Park and Davidsonville, urging action, stronger protections, and renewed community resolve to empower women and confront gender-based violence....
City Power has expressed satisfaction with the apprehension of three individuals, one of whom is an employee of the entity, for their involvement in cable theft and vandalism. The trio...
The Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Colleen Makhubele, visited Amakhosikazi Amahle home, which is an organisation in Alexandra that looks after physically challenged children and adults....
The JDA has begun constructing a new Rea Vaya BRT station in Sandton, triggering temporary lane reductions and detours. Once complete, the project will boost public transport capacity and improve...
UJ’s groundbreaking SIM|BIO|ART exhibition showcases Africa’s first creative microbiology biolab, where artists use living materials to explore climate, culture, and innovation—positioning the continent at the forefront of bioart research....
GIS Specialist Roxanne-Pyal Parthab overcame financial hurdles to build a thriving career in geoinformatics, now helping shape Joburg’s digital future while inspiring women to pursue opportunities in this evolving, tech-driven...
The City of Johannesburg’s Sports and Recreation under Community Development in partnership with Spar distributed Bata school shoes to Orange Grove Primary School pupils on Tuesday, 1 August 2023....
The JDA has begun construction of the Chris Hani Sports Complex in Orange Farm, a modern multi-facility development set to boost youth sports, enhance public spaces, and create a vibrant...
Nestlé Bar-One partnered with the City to install a full backup power system at Randburg Library, ensuring uninterrupted study spaces and reliable access to online services during loadshedding....
The City of Johannesburg and Spar gifted new Bata school shoes to Orange Grove Primary pupils as part of a Mandela Month drive aiming to distribute 10 000 pairs and...
The City of Johannesburg maintains its unwavering resilience in the face of economic pressures and a recent downgrade by Global Credit Rating Company Limited ("GCR")....
The City of Johannesburg is strengthening support for employees battling substance abuse through its Employee Assistance Programme, promoting rehabilitation over discipline to ensure safer workplaces and compassionate, health-focused intervention....
Joburg’s new e-Health programme will digitise patient records across all clinics, enabling easier access, faster service, mobile booking for chronic patients, and improved continuity of care as the City moves...
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo and the DSI are hosting National Science Week, engaging 3 000 pupils with hands-on STEM activities and demonstrations to inspire future scientists and showcase local...
Soweto Theatre’s Legends Tribute Concert honours music icon Babsy Mlangeni with powerful performances by top artists, celebrating his legacy and influence while taking audiences on a nostalgic musical journey....
Property owners who missed the 2023 valuation objection window can still challenge their property values via a Section 78 query, requesting a review with evidence at the City’s Valuations Administration...