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City Power, the City of Johannesburg’s power utility, has joined forces with the Gauteng Provincial Government to mitigate loadshedding across the province. City Power stands as the implementing agent of...

The City of Johannesburg Department of Community Development and Netball South Africa signed a Memorandum of Understanding to host the 2024 edition of the Telkom Netball League in Johannesburg....

Witness world-class female golfers in action as South Africa celebrates 30 years of de-mocracy! The prestigious 2024 Joburg Ladies Open tees off from April 18th to 21st at Modderfontein Golf...

The City of Johannesburg’s Government of Local Unity (GLU) remains steadfast in its vision to create a liveable, resilient, and sustainable urban environment for all residents. This commitment was reiterated...

Brace yourselves for electrifying netball action! Netball enthusiasts and aspiring athletes, rejoice! The City of Johannesburg has secured the hosting rights for the prestigious 2024 Telkom Netball League (TNL)....

As an advocate for good governance and human rights within the City of Johannesburg, the Office of the Ombudsman plays a crucial role in promoting citizen engagement and fostering trust...

The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Human Settlements in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Anthea Leitch, joined Gauteng Human Settlements and Infrastructure Development MEC Lebogang Maile at a packed...

This World Health Day, 06 April, the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) joins the City of Johannesburg’s Health Department in reaffirming its collective commitment to building healthier communities. The purpose of...

In the heart of our neighbourhood lies a place where everyone is welcome to join in the fun and get healthy together. Pimville Recreational Centre is bursting with exciting activities...

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) will undertake two major stormwater rehabilitation projects in Diepkloof (Dippenaar Street) and Orlando East (Rathebe Street) to improve the effectiveness of stormwater drainage and mitigate...

As South Africans gear up for the national government elections on Wednesday, 29 May 2024, voter registration statistics from the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) reveal that Johannesburg boasts a significant...

A diverse assembly of women from various districts across Johannesburg’s seven regions convened at the Brixton Multipurpose Community Centre for an impactful session with the city’s leadership. The purpose was...

In celebration of South African Library Week, Randburg and Emmarentia libraries collaborated with Randburg Square to host a digital literacy event at the shopping centre recently. South African Library Week...

Region C recently observed World TB Day with a commemorative event aimed at raising awareness about tuberculosis (TB) and its impact on the community. Held at the Siphumlile Clinic in...

The City of Johannesburg’s Development Planning Department has launched a crackdown on illegal advertising boards and signs erected throughout the city. In an extensive campaign, the City is dismantling and...

The Johannesburg Arts Alive 2024 Jazz in the Lights Music Festival lit up the Johannesburg Zoo on March 30, 2024, offering a vibrant fusion of music, culture, and family-friendly fun....

The City of Johannesburg celebrated its employees’ innovative excellence through the Smart City Employee Innovation Award recognition ceremony at the Joburg Theatre on 28 March 2024. Hosted by Executive Mayor...

All forces of Public Safety in the City of Johannesburg came together on Thursday, 28 March 2024, to commemorate Public Safety Day 2024. The day was celebrated at the opening...

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Pierre Nel, 64, has officially retired from the City of Johannesburg's Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) department after an impressive 28-year career dedicated to strengthening community ties and improving...
The Roodepoort Museum is celebrating the resounding success of its “History Happens Here" youth programme, which ran throughout February and will continue into March 2025...
The City of Johannesburg's department of Social Development, in partnership with the Wakanda Food Accelerator and FoodBev Manufacturing SETA, hosted a graduation ceremony for agro-processors who completed a year-long national...
The cities of Johannesburg and Tshwane, two of South Africa's most dynamic metros, officially launched the 8th cycle of Urban 20 (U20) earlier this week....
Over 80 amateur golfers had a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity on Tuesday, 4 March 2025, to play alongside 28 professional golfers at the Houghton Golf Club in Johannesburg....
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has achieved a significant milestone in Phase Two of the Brixton Social Cluster construction with the successful completion of a major roof installation....
The City of Johannesburg officially welcomed golfers, sponsors and partners ahead of the 17th Joburg Open at a sponsors’ gala function held at Houghton Golf Club. Addressing guests, Executive Mayor...
The City of Johannesburg's Health Department honoured nearly 350 long-serving employees at a glittering ceremony held at the Brixton Recreation Centre on 28 February 2025....
The 17th edition of the Joburg Open is hours away and promise to be a spectacular tournament where world-class golfers will vie for the champion title....
The 2025 Joburg Open officially teed off at Houghton Golf Club with Executive Mayor Dada Morero striking the ceremonial opening shot, marking the start of another prestigious international sporting showcase...
The City of Johannesburg's Environment and Infrastructure Services Department (EISD) recently hosted a team of experts from the City of Copenhagen to conduct a proof of concept for energy monitoring...
March is a significant month in South Africa as we commemorate Human Rights Month....
It was a joyous occasion for the young and old as they celebrated receiving their e-learning certificates after completing the Microsoft Online course programme....
South African golfer Dylan Naidoo made history at the Investec South African Open by becoming the first South African player of colour to claim the prestigious title, securing victory in...
The chilly weather and relentless rain failed to dampen the spirits of attendees as they flocked to the Family Fun Day in La Rochelle, south of Johannesburg....
The City of Johannesburg's ambitious plan to expand free public Wi-Fi has reached a pivotal milestone, with 25 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) stations now fully integrated into the CoJ Wi-Fi...
Johannesburg's inner city is fast becoming a battleground for criminal syndicates targeting critical power infrastructure, with City Power raising the alarm over an unprecedented surge in cable theft and violent...
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance mobility and public transport infrastructure, the City of Johannesburg's Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Development Planning, Cllr Eunice Mgcina, and the...

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