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As the festive spirit envelops the City of Johannesburg, we’re thrilled to bring you tidings of convenience and joy. Managing your municipal bill has never been easier, thanks to our...
As festive cheer fills the air, the City of Johannesburg wants to ensure your holiday season is hassle-free, starting with managing your municipal bills. The City is excited to announce...
The City has extended pensioner rebates to thousands of deserving elderly homeowners just in time for the holiday season. As of Friday, 8 December, the City had received a substantial...
The City of Johannesburg is taking decisive action – based on recent research recommendations – to address the looming threat of the heat island effect. Historical temperature trends in Johannesburg...
The City of Johannesburg has taken a multifaceted approach to combat gender-based violence beyond the 16 Days of Activism campaign. The campaign for no violence against women and children is...
Sport and Recreation officials in the City of Johannesburg joined forces with the South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) and Joburg City Parks and Zoo to...
This week marked a significant milestone for the City as the Southern Farms Biodiversity Development Project was officially launched in Devland, ushering in a groundbreaking R27-billion biodiversity development covering an...
The City of Johannesburg has initiated a flood preparedness and clean-up campaign to educate residents of Alexandra on being flood-wise and avoiding the risks of drowning. Launched at the Setjwetla...
Addressing the outgoing student councillors at the Constance Bapela Council Chamber in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, this week, the Speaker of Council, Cllr Margaret Arnolds, said: “Today we congratulate you. Against all...
The City’s Emergency Management Services (EMS) has embarked on a comprehensive water safety campaign, aiming to make the upcoming summer season free from drowning incidents. The campaign focuses on discouraging...
It is with profound sadness that we mourn the untimely passing of esteemed industry colleague and associate Jermaine Craig. He was a dedicated professional who played a pivotal role in...
The Westgate Mall in Roodepoort was abuzz with activity as local SMMEs proudly showcased their products and services to community and shoppers on Saturday, 3 December 2022. Shoppers visited the...
A total of 20 youth and adults recently graduated, signalling the end of a three-week training on different computer skills at Cosmo Library. Organised by Cosmo City Librarian Sbusiso Thusi...
Dean Burmester, the reigning Joburg Open champion, showcased his exceptional golfing prowess once again at the Investec South African Open Championship. Riding high on the momentum of his recent Joburg...
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, in collaboration with the Japan Institute, a global cultural initiative and sibling organisation of the Portland Japanese Garden, planted a sense of peace and harmony...
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), the City of Johannesburg’s infrastructure arm, is pleased to announce the construction on a new displaced persons shelter in Region G. A sod-turning ceremony in...
The festive season brings joy and celebration, but it also poses risks, especially on the roads. Through the ‘Safer Festive Season’ campaign, the Public Safety Department is gearing up to...
A long-term partnership between The Houghton Hotel and Afrika Tikkun has been instrumental in ensuring numerous disadvantaged young people from across Johannesburg gain access to specialised training and invaluable skills...
The 25th edition of the annual 947 Ride Joburg road race – Africa’s most iconic cycling event – will see over 10 000 cyclists test their endurance on a slightly...
Joburg Theatre in association with Joburg City Parks and Zoo and City Power are excited to present the annual Joburg Festival of Lights featuring an enchanting collection of illuminated life-size...
As the sweltering sun shines amid the hustle and bustle of central Johannesburg, a mild breeze fills the atmosphere as lively security guard, Gavin Matshusa welcomes visitors animatedly at the...
Two projects implemented by the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), a wholly owned area-based development agency of the City of Johannesburg, have emerged as winners, at the 2021 Gauteng Institute for...
The City of Johannesburg inaugural sitting of Council for the 2021-2026 term of office scheduled for Tuesday 16 and 17 November 2021 has been postponed and rescheduled for the 22...
Four alert security guards are vying for the JMPD’s certificate of valour after foiling a cable theft attempt by three alleged robbers in Rabie Ridge. Security officers Ndiambi Ramabuni, Ruben...
New and returning councillors-elect in the City of Joburg Council hit the ground running during a mock council meeting at the Connie Bapela Council Chamber in Braamfontein on Thursday, 11...
#CyaZeeVocaVoca, a citywide campaign aiming to encourage communities to adopt healthier lives, took place recently under stringent Covid-19 regulations. The campaign drew over 100 people who gathered at Rabie Ridge...
In support of the physical and mental wellbeing of children, the City of Johannesburg’s Sport and Recreation recently hosted a regional Kiddies Olympics at Ellis Park Arena. Seven Early Childhood...
Barely a week after South Africans went to the polls to elect new municipal councillors, a senior researcher in the City has published an academic paper evaluating the impact of...
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has ticked all the right boxes again in the just-ended Transport Month. It handed over the Johannesburg International Transport Interchange (JITI) for the long-distance and...
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) and Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) have partnered with UN-Habitat and The Wot-if? Trust on the Indlela Yabafazi project to explore this question. The...
As part of the Transport Month programme, Blind SA stakeholders were recently treated to an exclusive Green Tour in a partnership between Joburg Tourism and the Transport Department. The tour...