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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...

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...
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...

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....

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...

The Khoebo Opportunity Centre proudly pulled off a dynamic training programme at its new premises in Braamfontein....
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....

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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....

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....

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...

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....
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)...
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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​As Joburg Market marks the one-month anniversary of the Operation Phendula initiative, it is evident that the project has brought a wave of positive change....
​The Youth in Agriculture initiative, launched in May by the Joburg Market, aims to educate high school pupils across Gauteng about agriculture....

As the countdown begins, anticipation is mounting for the upcoming ninth edition of the Joburg Ladies Open tournament, where elite golfers will vie for the prestigious title. The City is...

​Libraries in Region D, Soweto, celebrated Africa Day under the theme “Education Encourages Quality” at Phiri Library on the eve of continental day, 24 May 2024....
Twenty-two people have been arrested in the past week in connection with theft and vandalism as City Power intensifies the fight against the scourge of cable theft and vandalism....
The Drieziek Library in Orange Farm, south of Johannesburg, was officially handed over to the City of Joburg by Member of the Executive Committee (MEC) Morakane Mosupyoe of Sports, Arts,...
The Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, together with the Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Kabelo Gwamanda, and the MMC for Health and Social Development,...
Rosebank Library's Lindo Dlamini (27) is making waves with his forward-thinking approach to library resource management....
The City of Johannesburg Council has given the green light to the budget for the upcoming financial year (2024/25)....
The City of Johannesburg is currently facing significant disruptions to its waste management services due to a strike by casual workers of Pikitup....
The City of Johannesburg’s Youth Directorate is excited to announce the inaugural #MadeInJozi Youth Summit, a ground-breaking​ event aimed at empowering the youth of the City....
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, the greening champion in the City of Joburg, is gearing up in celebration of International Day of Biodiversity, which is observed annually on 22 May....
The Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) directorate in Region F, in partnership with Sports and Recreation Region F, hosted an International Tea Day celebration dedicated to the elderly residents...
The City of Johannesburg will extend the operating hours of seven libraries from Saturday, 18 May 2023, to Sunday, 9 June 2023....
The Hector Pieterson Museum, one of Soweto's earliest museums nestled in the heart of Orlando West, has recently been honoured with an outstanding museum award....
The City of Johannesburg recognises the importance of the Joburg City Library (JCL) and is prioritising its safe reopening....
The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has successfully completed a stormwater reconstruction project in Eldorado Park and launched #OperationRestore​ in Kliptown's Ward 17....
​Since 2013, South Hills Library has been transforming the lives of elderly residents....

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