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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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​The Hector Pieterson Memorial Acre was filled with people from all walks of life on Thursday, 16 June 2022, who had come to learn and remember what this day meant...

​In honour of June being Youth Month, the Public Safety department hosted scores of students and interns at a Joburg youth day event in Martindale to encourage them to be...

​The Speaker of Council of the City of Johannesburg Cllr Vasco da Gama, family members, community leaders and residents gathered at this gravesite of Japie Vilankulu yesterday, June 16 2020,...

Don’t be fooled by her soft demeanour and small frame. Dynamite comes in small packages and at the age of 29, Mmatshepo Chiloane-Oganne is unstoppable. The mother, wife, and former...

​The Directorate of Environmental Health in Region F has led a public education and awareness campaign at the Booysens informal settlement as part of a larger effort to raise awareness...

The Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum marked its 20th anniversary by urging society to be more accepting of social differences. Prince Dube, the museum’s chief curator, spearheaded the event, which...

The Rosebank CID is bordered by four major roads, including Jan Smuts and Jellicoe Avenues, as well as Bolton and Oxford Roads. There are plans to expand the CID and...

Captains of industry have called on South Africa’s biggest metropolis to model the concept of a 24-hour city in a bid to unleash the endless opportunities inherent in the night...

Officials from the Public Safety Department won the spoils and bragging rights after dominating various sporting codes at an intergovernmental sports day organised by the management of the Correctional Services...

​“As nations slowly recover from the ravaging Covid-19 pandemic, I find it fitting to remind you of how good nature has been to all of us,” said the Member of...

​Residents of Joburg living in informal settlements have been advised not to leave candles or braziers unattended, as these are the main course of shack fires during the winter season....

​She smiles broadly and greets everyone as she drives through the streets of Langlaagte, Mayfair, Vrededorp and Vredepark, the Region F areas she oversees.​ “Hello, aunty Yola,” Alicia Meniers, a...

When you empower women, you empower the nation. Those were the words of City of Johannesburg officials as they kicked off an Entrepreneurship and Women Economic Empowerment workshop hosted by...

​​Organisers of the South African Music Awards (#SAMA28) are mulling over the idea of hosting the annual spectacle in Joburg – the hub of South Africa’s entertainment industry – following...
​The City of Johannesburg’s Region F hosted a Ward Councillor Forum meeting to provide feedback to the councillors on service delivery issues at the Joburg Theatre on Tuesday, 7 June...

The City of Johannesburg’s Smart City office continues to push boundaries by making the most of the talent and innovation available both inside and outside of the government. Every year,...

The 2022 edition of the Arnold Classic Africa Multi Sport and Arts Festival took place from 3-5 June at Ruimsig Stadium in Roodepoort....

​City of Johannesburg’s Public Safety Department is launching a satellite licensing centre at Thuso house in Braamfontein today, June 6 2022. It forms part of the department’s efforts to bring...

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