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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 Ombudsman continues to empower residents through information clinics

The Office of the Ombudsman of the City of Johannesburg successfully conducted its Citizen Information Clinic on Tuesday, 19 March 2024, to address residents’ concerns and equip them with knowledge...

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City joins globe to observe World Social Work Day

World Social Work Day, observed on March 19, highlights the essential role of social workers worldwide. In the City of Johannesburg, the Department of Social Development serves as the custodian...
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Human Settlements in race to issue 900 title deeds

The MMC for Human Settlements, Cllr Anthea Leitch, joined Ward 96 Cllr Rufus Maswazi and Executive Director for Human Settlements Patrick Phophi in Region A on Friday to hand over...
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JP Morgan Corporate Challenge unites workers in fitness and fun

The City of Johannesburg witnessed an electrifying event as the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge took to the streets, with workers from 350 companies participating in the exhilarating 5.6 km race....

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South African Library Week unites communities through literacy and fun

South African Library Week 2024 kicks off under the theme “Libraries Foster Social Cohesion”. From 18 March to 24 March 2024, communities across South Africa will come together to honour...

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Khoebo Opportunity Centre hits ground running from new base

The Khoebo Opportunity Centre proudly pulled off a dynamic training programme at its new premises in Braamfontein....
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Landmark public-private partnership revitalises the City

A groundbreaking partnership has been forged between the City of Johannesburg and Jozi My Jozi, marking a pivotal moment in the efforts to rejuvenate the heart of the City....
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Joburg Art Gallery presents Tatenda Magaisa’s exclusive exhibition

Under the auspices of the City of Johannesburg Arts, Culture, and Heritage directorate, this exhibition curated by Tatenda Magaisa, titled “It wearies me: you say it wearies you”, explores escapism,...

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City seeks your views on Zandspruit’s development plans

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), in collaboration with the City of Johannesburg, is urging the public to comment on the draft report for the new Urban Development Framework (UDF) for...

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City celebrates grand opening of Sakhumzi restaurant

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo(JCPZ) celebrated the official grand opening of Sakhumzi Restaurant at Zoo Lake Park. City Parks has partnered with the owner of the legendary Sakhumzi Restaurant, with...

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Joburg Ladies Open drives message of hope for young girls

Get ready for an exhilarating showcase of talent as the prestigious €300,000 Joburg Ladies Open returns to the greens as the first of two Sunshine Ladies Tour events co-sanctioned with...
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Joburg Market deeply rooted in serving all residents

The City of Johannesburg’s Joburg Market is steadfast in its commitment to collective transformation through a robust portfolio of projects. “The Joburg Market is deeply rooted in serving the people....

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Joburg Theatre honours Dr Victor with Legends Tribute Concert

The Joburg Theatre proudly announces the Legends Tribute Concert dedicated to the iconic Dr Victor Khojane at Don Mateman Hall in Eldorado Park on Sunday, 17 March 2024, at 3pm....

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Telkom Netball League Gears Up for Action in Johannesburg

The City of Johannesburg is gearing up to host the prestigious Telkom Netball League (TNL), taking place from 26 April to 19 May 2024 at the iconic Standard Bank Arena....

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Micro-grid pilot sparks excitement at City Power

City Power is buzzing as it races against the clock to meet the deadline for the official launch of the solar micro-grid pilot in Alexandra this month. This milestone achievement...

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MTC’s anti-vandalism campaign yields infrastructure protection

The Metropolitan Trading Company’s (MTC) groundbreaking anti-vandalism campaign has blossomed into a community-building project, safeguarding municipal infrastructure while creating valuable employment opportunities for Joburg's youth....
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City’s collaboration with UJ empowers small businesses

The City’s Opportunity Centre at Joburg Market in collaboration with the University of Johannesburg’s Business Clinic within the Department of Business Management empowered several small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs)...
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Ndungu emerges victorious in 21.1km Race for Gender Equality

On Sunday, March 10 2024, in a collaboration between the City of Johannesburg, Motsepe Foundation, Athletics South Africa (ASA), and Central Gauteng Athletics at Marks Park Sports Club, the Member...
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Sandton Library launches children’s book on World Literacy Day

As the world marked World Literacy Day today, the City of Joburg's Community Development Department, through its Library Information Services (LIS), hosted young learners, their parents, and teachers at Sandt​on...
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​Joburg Enterprise Stakeholders Empowered to Trade Legally​

The City of Johannesburg has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing by-laws, particularly in the townships, after City inspectors confirmed that many spaza shops are not complying with existing regulations....
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Joburg Tourism Showcases City’s Vibe With Lifestyle Events in Heritage Month

As South Africa celebrates Tourism and Heritage Month this September, Joburg Tourism is proud to back four major lifestyle events that capture the spirit of Johannesburg while boosting tourism, jobs,...
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Joburg Market to Host Farmers’ & SMME Day

The Joburg Market is proud to announce the upcoming Farmer's & SMME Day, set to take place on 23 October 2025....
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Soweto Marks Historic ride4hope Finish With New Classrooms and Computer Lab

The City of Joburg's Community Development proudly supported the Nelson Mandela Ride4Hope as it celebrated its first-ever Soweto finish in the event's eight-year history....
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Arts Alive 2025/26 Returns With a Line-up of Creative Offering​

As the world marked World Literacy Day today, the City of Joburg's Community Development Department, through its Library Information Services (LIS), hosted young learners, their parents, and teachers at Sandt​on...
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Arts Alive 2025/26 Returns With a Line-up of Creative Offerings

The City of Johannesburg's Department of Community Development launched Arts Alive on Friday, 5 September 2025....
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City of Joburg Hosts 2025 Casual Day to Strengthen Disability Inclusion

The City of Joburg turned the spotlight on disability inclusion as it proudly hosted this year's Casual Day celebration under the theme “Beyond the Labels" at the Brixton Multipurpose Centre....
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​Region A enters spring with aerobics at Kaalfontein Primary School​

​​Kaalfontein Primary School came alive as it hosted a community aerobics session, where fitness and fun took centre stage on Saturday, 06 September....
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​Joburg Marks International Day for Clean Air for Blue Skies With Week-Long Campaign

The City of Johannesburg's Environment and Infrastructure Services Department (EISD) led a city-wide Clean Air Week campaign to commemorate the International Day for Clean Air for Blue Skies, observed globally...
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​Dr Mutenda Champions Ethical Governance in Joburg​

hen Dr Ernest Kanakana Mutenda joined the City of Johannesburg in 2008 as an Administrative Assistant in the Legislature, few could have imagined the transformative journey he would take, one...
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City Rallies to Rebuild Township Economy​

The City of Joburg's Department of Economic Development (DED) met Region C residents and the business community to gather input on the 2025/26 Draft Township Economies By-Laws on Wednesday, 3...
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City Appoints Service Provider for the Kya Sands Rehabilitation Projects

The City of Johannesburg's Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, through its Waste Management and Regulation Unit, has appointed a service provider to lead the rehabilitation of the decommissioned Kya Sands...
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​City’s Bomb Squad Drives High-Impact Service Delivery Programme in Region F

​The City of Johannesburg's Bomb Squad, together with the Regional Director for Citizen Relationship & Urban Management in Region F...
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​Joburg Reopens Restored Public Pools in Time to Beat the Summer Sun

​The City of Johannesburg, led by the MMC for Community Development, Cllr Tebogo Nkokou, together with the Sports and Recreation team, reopened its public swimming pools on 1 September 2025...
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Joburg’s New Urban Agriculture Project to Boost Community Farming

​​​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg's Development Planning Department, has officially launched the GEF – Urban Agriculture Food Resilience Infrastructure Project to fight food...
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Joburg Calls on Residents to Green the City This Arbor Month​

Spring has arrived, bringing with it fresh beginnings and renewed hope....
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Joburg Splashes Into the 2025/26 Swimming Season

The City of Johannesburg is excited to announce the start of the 2025/26 public swimming season, with 32 pools open from 1 September 2025...
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