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Music and family are close to Siphiwe Hadebe’s (42) heart. He grew up with a love for gospel and released a single in 2020 titled, Impilo Yami, under his artist...

The Directorate of Sports and Recreation in Region A has gratefully received a substantial donation of sporting equipment from MNS Attorneys, aimed at bolstering Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes in...

The Diepkloof Zone 1 Library recently celebrated World Book Day and the importance of copyright. With 45 enthusiastic Grade 11 pupils from Bopasenatla Secondary School in Diepkloof in attendance, the...

The Roodepoort Museum recently hosted its annual Early Childhood Development Programme, themed “History is Green”, with a focus on promoting eco-friendly awareness. Anne Smart, who is the Chief Curator at...

In a collaborative effort to enhance literacy and digital proficiency among young pupils, Rosebank Library, in conjunction with Parkview, Linden, and Bosmont libraries, partnered with the City of Johannesburg’s e-Learning...

City Power dismisses false claims making rounds in relation to the tariff adjustments that are set to come into effect in July. The City of Johannesburg’s energy utility has dismissed...

The Citizen Relationship and Urban Management Region F of the City of Johannesburg, in partnership with various stakeholders and Jozi My Jozi, recently launched an inaugural cleanup and law enforcement...

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) has unveiled a revitalised Florida Park in Region C, showcasing its commitment to providing high-quality recreational facilities accessible to all residents. This follows the...

Joburg Ladies Open and Birdies for Dignity ended on a high note after more than 300 girls from Bramley Primary School in northern Johannesburg received dignity packs on Monday, 22...

Beginning on 22 April 2024, the City will extend a helping hand to cash-strapped households, allowing them to settle just 10% of their total municipal debt when arranging payments, providing...

The City of Johannesburg has concluded a series of successful hybrid Integrated Development Plan (IDP) engagements. Thousands of residents from diverse districts spanning the city’s seven regions participated in these...

Swiss professional golfer Chiara Tamburlini (24) reigned supreme at the 10th edition of the Joburg Ladies Open, held at Modderfontein Golf Club this past weekend. The rising star, who only...

Swiss star Chiara Tamburlini has seized control of the Joburg Ladies Open, leading by a commanding six strokes heading into the final round. This exhilarating co-sanctioned Sunshine Ladies Tour and...

South Africa’s Nadia van der Westhuizen is in prime position to break a championship drought after a sizzling second round at the Joburg Ladies Open. The golfer defied her recent...

With the sun blazing down on the picturesque Modderfontein Golf Course, enthusiastic crowds turned out in force for day three of the Joburg Ladies Open. This prestigious international tournament, co-sanctioned...

South African golfers impressed on day two of the Joburg Ladies Open, with Nadia van der Westhuizen leading the field and local pros delivering strong performances as they vied for...

Dozens of residents from Region F packed the Brixton Multipurpose Centre on Thursday, 18 April 2024, to participate in the region’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session. The public engagement, themed...

The City took decisive action by cutting off water supply and electricity connections to large users who collectively owe over R1 billion in municipal services, as part of its proactive...

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Last month marked the start of the 2023 academic year with book lovers and those seeking to broaden their knowledge looking to take the opportunity to use libraries across the...
Scores of pupils from Unified Public School braved the cold weather and rain to attend a life skills programme hosted by Westview Clinic at the Florida Library in Roodepoort this...
His line of work is “fast, dangerous and unpredictable”....

Mam Sibongile Malinga (63) is one of the senior citizens who recently wrote a book as part of literacy programme in Johannesburg. The book is titled CoJ Senior Citizens Write...

​The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Thapelo Amad, has vowed to put service delivery at the top of the agenda for his administration....

The past few days have been a hive of activity in Alexandra township as the City of Johannesburg’s Region E Integrated Environmental Awareness Programme Plan was being implemented. The plan...

​​Becoming a vegetarian, obtaining his driver’s licence, finding a permanent job, welcoming his second daughter, and falling out of love were all ingredients to the success of self-published author Lindokuhle...
​​​​City of Johannesburg Metro Police Sergeant Connie Nkuna (41) has an extra reason to stand tall after helping deliver a baby girl on Wednesday, 1 February 2023....
The Joburg Film Festival returns with six days of screenings across Gauteng, showcasing over 35 global films—including African and South African premieres—to celebrate storytelling, boost cultural tourism, and spotlight Africa’s...

The City of Johannesburg’s iconic FNB Stadium was recently named the 13th most beautiful sports stadium in the world by British-based Online Betting Guide out of a total of 41...

To make roads safer for transport users and commuters, the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has implemented the Kya Sand Super Stop Holding Facility. Kya Sands, not far from Cosmo City,...

There is a lot to be excited about this year as the City of Johannesburg’s theaters will be unpacking world-class entertainment in the next few months. Joburg Theatre, Soweto Theatre...

The 2023 Makhelwane edition attracted over 1 200 festivalgoers, food lovers and many others from across the City of Johannesburg to experience “Soweto Through The Eyes of the Locals” this...

His keen interest in solving problems and developing long-term solutions recently earned him high honour. Tyrin Naidoo (36), the City’s Acting Chief Operations Officer who is also serving in a...

Pikitup, the waste management company of the City of Johannesburg, has entered into a working relationship with the Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo aimed at assisting the latter to clear...

The City of Johannesburg this morning, 26 January 2023, unveiled plans to mitigate loadshedding and keep the lights on for its long-suffering residents. The Executive Mayor of the City of...

The City is cracking down on speeders with the relaunch of roadside cameras on the municipal road network. Cllr David Tembe, the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Public...

Service delivery shortfalls affecting municipal wards in Region F, such as bad and hijacked buildings that have turned into crime havens and illegal motor mechanics, topped the agenda of this...

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