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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...
Music and family are close to Siphiwe Hadebe’s (42) heart. He grew up with a love for gospel and released a single in 2020 titled, Impilo Yami, under his artist...
The Directorate of Sports and Recreation in Region A has gratefully received a substantial donation of sporting equipment from MNS Attorneys, aimed at bolstering Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes in...
The Diepkloof Zone 1 Library recently celebrated World Book Day and the importance of copyright. With 45 enthusiastic Grade 11 pupils from Bopasenatla Secondary School in Diepkloof in attendance, the...
The Roodepoort Museum recently hosted its annual Early Childhood Development Programme, themed “History is Green”, with a focus on promoting eco-friendly awareness. Anne Smart, who is the Chief Curator at...
In a collaborative effort to enhance literacy and digital proficiency among young pupils, Rosebank Library, in conjunction with Parkview, Linden, and Bosmont libraries, partnered with the City of Johannesburg’s e-Learning...
City Power dismisses false claims making rounds in relation to the tariff adjustments that are set to come into effect in July. The City of Johannesburg’s energy utility has dismissed...
The Citizen Relationship and Urban Management Region F of the City of Johannesburg, in partnership with various stakeholders and Jozi My Jozi, recently launched an inaugural cleanup and law enforcement...
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) has unveiled a revitalised Florida Park in Region C, showcasing its commitment to providing high-quality recreational facilities accessible to all residents. This follows the...
Joburg Ladies Open and Birdies for Dignity ended on a high note after more than 300 girls from Bramley Primary School in northern Johannesburg received dignity packs on Monday, 22...
Beginning on 22 April 2024, the City will extend a helping hand to cash-strapped households, allowing them to settle just 10% of their total municipal debt when arranging payments, providing...
The City of Johannesburg has concluded a series of successful hybrid Integrated Development Plan (IDP) engagements. Thousands of residents from diverse districts spanning the city’s seven regions participated in these...
Swiss professional golfer Chiara Tamburlini (24) reigned supreme at the 10th edition of the Joburg Ladies Open, held at Modderfontein Golf Club this past weekend. The rising star, who only...
Swiss star Chiara Tamburlini has seized control of the Joburg Ladies Open, leading by a commanding six strokes heading into the final round. This exhilarating co-sanctioned Sunshine Ladies Tour and...
South Africa’s Nadia van der Westhuizen is in prime position to break a championship drought after a sizzling second round at the Joburg Ladies Open. The golfer defied her recent...
With the sun blazing down on the picturesque Modderfontein Golf Course, enthusiastic crowds turned out in force for day three of the Joburg Ladies Open. This prestigious international tournament, co-sanctioned...
Dozens of residents from Region F packed the Brixton Multipurpose Centre on Thursday, 18 April 2024, to participate in the region’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session. The public engagement, themed...
The City took decisive action by cutting off water supply and electricity connections to large users who collectively owe over R1 billion in municipal services, as part of its proactive...