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A vibrant celebration of art unfolded as the City of Johannesburg Arts, Culture, and Heritage hosted the Joburg Top 20 Public Art Bus Tour recently in the heart of the...

This initiative, spearheaded by several municipal departments and entities, aimed to expedite the delivery of essential services to local communities, thereby enhancing the quality of life for residents. The campaign,...

The Johannesburg Zoo is turning 120 years old and to celebrate the momentous occasion, it plans to make March a month of celebrations. From small beginnings of housing only five...

The Metropolitan Trading Company (MTC) has stepped up to the challenge of ensuring equitable access to the digital realm for everyone living and working in Johannesburg. “Digital connectivity is no...

The inaugural Citizen Information Clinic, hosted by the Ombudsman for the City of Johannesburg, Advocate Siduduzo Gumede, commenced on Thursday, February 22 2024, at the Riverlea Recreation Centre, heralding the...

​​​The City of Johannesburg’s Library Information Services is launching the second MobiReadathon Reading Competition for high school pupils centred on the theme “Online Safety”. MobiReadathon, a programme fostering reading development...

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), which manages infrastructure projects on behalf of the City of Johannesburg, wishes to inform commuters of anticipated traffic disruptions due to the commencement of upgrades...

Prepare yourselves for the eagerly awaited sixth instalment of the Joburg Film Festival, poised to deliver cinematic brilliance right in the heart of City. Running from Tuesday, February 27 2024,...

Meetings Africa, now in its 18th year, is poised to be a catalyst for the growth of the business tourism sector. Organised as a trade show, this annual event is...

At the Annual SS Mendi Commemoration Memorial on February 17, 2024, Cllr Margaret Arnolds, the Speaker of Joburg Council, paid tribute to over 600 men lost at sea on February...

The City of Johannesburg through its wholly owned entity City Power is nearing completion of a first-of-its-kind micro-grid installation project in Alexandra. City Power embarked on the installation of the...

Joburg Tourism is once again joining forces with partners to ignite the Makhelwane Festival, which is making its highly anticipated return for the ninth consecutive year from 16-18 February 2024....

The eLearning initiative of the City of Joburg’s Library and Information Services is experiencing remarkable growth and garnering positive feedback. Participants from the Sakhisizwe Forum, a community associated with the...

For enthusiasts of history, nature, and culture, Howard Geach, a distinguished nature guide from Johannesburg, offers invaluable insights. Geach is celebrated for his expert knowledge of the Cradle of Humankind,...

Two City entities, the Joburg Market and Joburg City Theatres (JCT), boast clean audit outcomes for the 2022/2023 fiscal year. The Auditor-General (AG) defines a clean audit as: “The financial...

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), the infrastructure arm of the City of Johannesburg, has recommenced several crucial infrastructure development projects in Region G after the annual construction industry shutdown in...

The Johannesburg Zoo remains dedicated to accommodating, enriching and conserving wildlife, that is why it is actively supporting the Reverse the Red movement to save critically endangered animal species. City...

The Soweto Theatre recently reverberated with the vibrant rhythms of music and cultural celebration as the City of Johannesburg’s Community Development Department proudly presented the 7th Indigenous Gospel Festival. The...

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The City of Johannesburg hosted a Community-Based Planning (CBP) session for Region F at the South Rand Recreation Centre on Saturday, 12 October 2024....
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​"While the spotlight typically shines on the actors and performers, a theatre truck driver can also wow the crowd in his own way," chuckles Mankgonyane Johannes Kgatuke, who is Johannesburg's...
​​In a renewed effort to combat crime and enhance public safety, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has formalised a significant partnership with the Gauteng Province and the City of...
​​For two decades, the Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO) has been a game changer in providing affordable housing to thousands of residents....
​The City of Johannesburg's Environment & Infrastructure Services Department (EISD) and the Gauteng Department of Environment conducted random diesel vehicle emission testing on Thursday, 10 October 2024, as part of...
The City of Johannesburg is stepping into a more modern and sustainable future with the launch of its Community Innovation Challenge and Awards 2024....
​She is well-travelled, skilled and now a new addition to Johannesburg Tourism....
The city-wide Kiddies Games, a flagship programme of the Department of Community Development’s Sport and Recreation directorate, concluded yesterday with an exhilarating display of youthful energy and athleticism at the...
​​​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), the City of Johannesburg's infrastructure development arm, has been making steady progress on the construction of the Bertrams Multipurpose Centre....
​​Region D, in partnership with Ravens on Mission, recently hosted a vibrant holiday program at the Protea Glen Local Grounds, Extension 4, in Ward 14....
​The Spar Women's Challenge brought vibrant energy to Marks Park Sports Club in Emmarentia, as women of all ages and fitness levels came together for an inspiring day of racing...
​The City of Johannesburg kicked off its first Community-Based Planning (CBP) session for 2024 on Saturday, 05 October 2024 at the Bramfischerville Multipurpose Centre (MPCC) in Region C....
​​The City of Johannesburg proudly hosted an electrifying Formula 1 “Showrun" on Sunday, October 6, 2024, in the bustling heart of Sandton....
The City of Johannesburg hosted an induction for Municipal Entities and Group Advisory Committees at the iconic Soweto Theatre, organised by the City's Group Governance Department, on Thursday, 3 October...
The City of Johannesburg is set to showcase its dynamic energy with an action-packed weekend of exciting events, highlighting its top-tier infrastructure and rich cultural diversity, while prioritising the safety...
​While many are still waking up, people like Lucas Chiloane are already having a quick cup of coffee before heading to because the city's waste doesn't wait for anyone....
The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) recently kicked off Operation Restore in Region C to address road defects in Roodepoort and surrounding areas....
​Support cycling safety in Johannesburg by joining the City's first-ever Safe Cycling Awareness Ride this Sunday, 6 October, at 08am. Starting from Metro Park in Braamfontein, this 25km ride will...

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