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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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​Road upgrades restore sense of pride in Diepsloot​

​The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has successfully completed a transformative project that has not only upgraded road infrastructure and improved connectivity in Diepsloot ext 5 and 6 but has also...
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​Celebrate National Book Week and Literacy Day in the City​

Calling all bookworms to celebrate National Book Week and Literacy Day at the City of Johannesburg’s libraries....
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​City enhances connectivity with free mapping training​

If you would like to have a bird’s eye view of the City of Johannesburg Metropolis, then the free municipal online mapping training is tailored for you....
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​Brixton Light Festival paints suburb with a splash of colours​

he City of Johannesburg’s Transport Department and the Brixton community transformed streets of the suburb into captivating wonderland of creativity in the Brixton Light Festival, which attracted over 3 000...
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​Beyond the Badge: Unmasking the multifaceted Supt Fihla​

If you know Xolani Fihla, you’ll know he is modest to the core and dedicated to his job, which makes his recent promotion to the rank of superintendent a well-deserved...
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​Education can debunk negative stigma around African traditional medicine​

​​​People have turned to traditional medicine for cures for centuries and traditional medicines continue to hold promise....
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​Ntshinga-Makoro gets her hands dirty to accelerate service delivery​

​Liziwe Ntshinga-Makoro credits her success in life to her willingness to get her hands dirty, which always puts her at the right place at the right time....
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​Kgalema aims to be the bearer of light​

​​Lerato Kgalema, who was recently appointed General Manager: Grid Access at City Power, aims to be the bearer of light in the age of loadshedding as the City embarks on...
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​Joburg SMME owners invited to tendering workshop​

​​​​​The Department of Economic Development’s Enterprise Development Unit, the Joburg Market Opportunity Centre and Old Mutual will hold a workshop on Friday, 01 September 2023, for small, medium and micro...
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JRA’s trailblazing women defy societal norms

Two JRA heavy-duty vehicle operators, Sabelo Thabede and Naomi Mamabolo, are breaking barriers in a male-dominated field, proving their skill, resilience, and leadership as they help maintain Johannesburg’s roads and...
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Hlaka curates’ legacy and empowerment at Workers’ Museum

In the heart of Joburg's bustling Newtown precinct, the Workers' Museum, a cultural beacon, stands as a testament to the City's labour history....
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​Acts of public service illuminate lives of disabled people in Doornkop​

​​​Embedded in the annals of history, the adage "we rise by lifting others" resonates as a clarion call to harness our inner fire to kindle the flames of someone else's...
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Star-studded line-up for Galaxy 947 Joburg Day​

​​Anticipation is reaching a crescendo as the stage is set for a Johannesburg music extravaganza that promises to etch its name in the annals of musical history....
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​Relief for users as JDA completes rehabilitation of Modderfontein Bridge​

​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has completed the southern section of the Modderfontein Bridge project after an extensive period of rehabilitation and modernisation...
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Pioneering Palma is City Power’s youngest Chief Engineer

​Palma Maluleke, a trailblazing 29-year-old chief engineer at City Power, is slowly emerging as a beacon of innovation and leadership in sustainable energy....
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​Monyake excels at dual role as City Power advisor and pool ace

​​​Beatrice Monyake, a 42-year-old mother from Soweto, holds the illustrious title of reigning World Pool Champion....
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​Region C pays tribute to selfless women leaders​

​The City of Johannesburg’s Social Development Department in collaboration with Westgate Mall management celebrated women’s month at Westgate Mall in Roodepoort....
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City refused to turn blind eye to gender-based violence and femicide

The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Health and Social in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Ennie Makhafola, launched a Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Advisory Committee at the Joburg Theatre...
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