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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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Joburg demands Eskom pay R3.4 billion in overcharges

The City of Johannesburg is dismayed by Eskom’s decision to resort to legal action in demanding payment of R1 billion while overlooking its own outstanding debt of R3.4 billion in...
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Telkom Netball League heats up in Johannesburg with strong partnerships

The Telkom Netball League (TNL) is in full swing in Johannesburg, bringing together a powerhouse of partners to fuel a season packed with exhilarating matches....
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Resident praises council for speedy tree-trimming service

A Protea North resident has heaped praise on the City of Johannesburg for its prompt response in pruning a tree outside his house that was in dire need of attention....
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All you need to know about the 3 ballot papers

This year, the 27,79 million registered voters will receive three ballot papers to elect candidates to represent them in the National Assembly and the nine Provincial Legislatures....
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Johannesburg’s rich cultural tapestry on display at 7th Annual Choral Music Festival

The Joburg Theatre in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, reverberated with the vibrant sounds of the 7th Annual Joburg Choral Music Festival on 5 May 2024....
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Joburg Market surges past R1 billion turnover in April 2024

Joburg Market, the premier fresh produce trading hub in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), celebrates a remarkable milestone: exceeding a staggering R1 billion turnover for April 2024....
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State of the City Address prioritises connectivity, mobility and urban resilience

In his second State of the City Address (SOCA) delivered on 2 May 2024, the Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Kabelo Gwamanda, outlined a development agenda focused...
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Gift of the Givers joins City to donate school shoes to pupils

In a heartwarming collaboration between the office of Councillor Lubabalo Magwentshu, the Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development in the City of Johannesburg, and aid organisation Gift of...
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Game-changer Legodi makes waves at the Netball Telkom League

Thato Legodi, a rising star in the Telkom Netball League, is being celebrated by the City of Johannesburg for her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport....
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2024 Telkom Netball Season brings excitement galore at Ellis Park Indoor Arena

Amidst fervent anticipation from an enthusiastic crowd, Cllr Lubabalo Magwentshu, the Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development in the City of Johannesburg, officially inaugurated the 2024 Telkom Netball...
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City Parks and Zoo celebrates World Parks Week 2024 with new green spaces

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) is delighted to announce our dedication to spotlighting the significance of World Parks Week, observed annually from 28th April 2024 to 5th May 2024....

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How to vote when you’re not in your city on voting day

Voters who won’t be in the location where they are registered to vote on voting day have less than 17 days to notify the Electoral Commission of their intention to...

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Join Mayor Gwamanda for the 2024 State of the City Address

The Executive Mayor of the City of Joburg, Cllr Kabelo Gwamanda, delivers his eagerly anticipated second State of the City Address on Thursday, 2 May 2024. He will unveil his...

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Rising netball star Maseko shines at the Telkom Netball League

The Telkom Netball League is in full swing in Johannesburg. The inaugural match between the Jaguars and Crinums drew in crowds of enthusiastic netball fans whose cheers reverberated through the...

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Appointment of external members to City of Joburg’s Municipal Planning Tribunal

The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Development Planning has taken a significant stride in enhancing the capacity of its Municipal Planning Tribunal (MPT) by appointing qualified and competent professionals to...

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Maximise autumn’s bounty by making the most of fallen leaves

As autumn paints the City of Johannesburg with vibrant hues of reds and yellows, courtesy of over three million indigenous trees, it is the perfect time to use the fallen...

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Local distillery showcases products at Joburg Ladies Open

The City of Johannesburg is committed to creating opportunities for local businesses and its world-class golf tournament, Joburg Ladies Open, establishes the perfect platform. Annually the City invites local and...

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Successful third annual Employee Engagement Day energises City workforce

City employees revelled in a day of camaraderie, fitness, and enjoyment during the third annual Employee Engagement Day on Friday, 26 April 2024. The event, held at Marks Park in...

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City of Johannesburg flags compliance challenges as it backs spaza shop compliance

The City has raised concerns over widespread non-compliance among spaza shops, with thousands of incomplete or invalid applications flagged, even as training and support programmes aim to improve food safety,...
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City Boosts Township Retailers With Skills and Start-up Support​

​The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Economic Development (DED), in partnership with 22ON Sloane and the Wholesale and Retail SETA (W&RSETA), hosted a series of Entrepreneurship Boost Workshops on 1,...
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City of Johannesburg Celebrates Mandela Day With Acts of Kindness​

Various institutions and individuals from diverse backgrounds are expected to contribute their time and resources to charitable causes, uniting under the theme that honours Madiba's legacy....
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JOSHCO Celebrated With Top Honours at Reside Summit Awards

The Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO) has earned top honours at the prestigious 2025 Reside Summit Awards, proudly receiving the coveted Platinum Award....
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City of Joburg’s Development Project Ignites Generation of Young Changemakers​

​As the world celebrates World Youth Skills Day on 15 July 2025, the City of Johannesburg and the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) are spotlighting a transformative achievement that fuses infrastructure...
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JRA’s Nyiko Pilusa Earns MBA N Public Sector Management, Eyes PhD

Nyiko Pilusa, an Accountant at the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA), has celebrated completing her Master's of Business Administration (MBA) in Public Sector Management from Regent Business School — a qualification...
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City of Johannesburg Engages Stakeholders on 2025/26 Tariffs in Transparency Drive

The City of Johannesburg's Finance Department recently concluded a series of targeted stakeholder engagement sessions aimed at unpacking the City's approved tariffs for the 20​25/26 financial year....
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JMPD to Boost Crime Fight With 500 New Trainees​

​The City of Johannesburg's Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) is currently processing thousands of applications to recruit 500 new trainees for its next intake, set to begin in 2026.....
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Joburg Hosts G20 Talks on Disaster Resilience and Nature-Based Solutions​

The City of Johannesburg is hosting the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Working Group Meeting at the Sandton Convention Centre this week,...
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Ride Joburg Reschedules, Launches Free Participation Drive​

Virgin Active Ride Joburg, Africa's premier timed cycling race, has announced a strategic date change for its 2025 event....
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Dreams Delivered: Title Deeds Change Lives in Lufhereng Ext 6

​The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Human Settlements in the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Mlungisi Mabaso, handed over title deeds to residents of Lufhereng Ext 6....
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Municipality Reviews Sandton’s Transport Master Plan to Ease Congestion

As Sandton remains the City of Johannesburg's key economic hub, the municipality is acting to support its growth with sustainable, efficient, and inclusive transport solutions to meet rising development and...
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Joburg’s Brave Firefighter Lives Childhood Dream​

​​At the tender age of five, Prince Zwide Masuku's heart would pound with excitement at the sight of a fire truck, a fervent declaration to his mother that one day...
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Yetta Nathan ECD Centre in Orlando West Marks Major Milestone​

​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg's Social Development Department, is making meaningful strides in the construction of the Yetta Nathan Early Childhood Development (ECD)...
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City Ends Youth Month With an Informative Collaboration With UJ

​​​The Citizen Relationship and Urban Management directorate in Region F, in partnership with the University of Johannesburg (UJ), hosted a Youth Month celebration at the UJ Doornfontein Campus on Monday,...
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Joburg Delivers 260 Title Deeds in Braamfischerville, Warns Against Sales

A palpable sense of pride and celebration permeated the Braamfischerville Community Hall recently, as the City's Huma​n Settlements Department made a significant stride in ​formalising property ownership....
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​Joburg Bids Farewell to Community Champion Nozipho Ndaba

After nearly 25 years of exceptional service to the City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Nozipho Ndaba, a true community champion, is set to retire at the end of June....
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City of Joburg’s Energy Director Retires After 18 Powering Years

Thabo Mahlatsi, the City's Energy Director within the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department [EISD], will bid farewell at the close of June 2025, culminating a remarkable 18-year tenure....
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