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Joburg proud host of the 2026 Spar International Netball Test series

The City of Johannesburg is proud to host the 4th edition of the SPAR International Ne​tball Test Series​. The Spar Proteas will kickstart 2026...
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Joburg proud host of the 2026 Spar International Netball Test series

The City of Johannesburg is proud to host the 4th edition of the SPAR International Ne​tball Test Series​....
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2025: Johannesburg as a living room

In 2025, Johannesburg embraced an experience-first approach, shifting from digital engagement to real-world connection through festivals, markets and cultural events that brought residents together and celebrated the City’s vibrant creative pulse....
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How Joburg reimagined public service in 2025

Throughout 2025, Johannesburg reaffirmed its position as a global city of diplomacy, commerce and culture, successfully hosting high-profile international summits while accelerating inner-city renewal, infrastructure upgrades and inclusive urban development. Under the leadership of Executive Mayor Dada Morero and City Manager Floyd Brink, the City demonstrated that strong governance, collaborative partnerships and people-centred service delivery can restore confidence, dignity and pride in Africa’s economic capital....
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City of Johannesburg 2025: A year defined by human capital and public service excellence

In 2025, the City of Johannesburg highlighted the people behind local government, celebrating employee excellence, innovation and resilience while humanising service delivery and reinforcing pride in the City’s professional workforce....
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Festive Season message to the business community from Economic Development MMC Nomoya Mnisi

MMC for Economic Development, Cllr N.D. Mnis​i, shares a festive season message expressing appreciation to Johannesburg’s business community and partners....
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Youthful golf prodigies take Joburg Open centre stage

As the excitement around the Joburg Open 2023 – co-sanctioned by the Sunshine Tour and the DP World – continues to build, the spotlight is firmly on the young and...

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Joburg opens gateway for caddies to shine

Beyond the swing of the golf clubs and the precision on the greens, the Joburg Open 2023 is a catalyst for job opportunities and a stage for caddies to exhibit...

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City elevates golf talent through Joburg Open sponsor invitations

The City of Johannesburg has provided a significant platform for three budding golf talents at the prestigious Joburg Open International Golf Tournament. The spotlight falls on the promising trio of...

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​Hardworking City officials praised at employee awards ceremony

The City of Johannesburg’s Region F Health Department, in collaboration with Anova Health and Metropolitan, held an annual award ceremony to celebrate its staff and clinics that are performing well...

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​Mayor Gwamanda welcomes world to the Joburg Open

​A week of exciting golf officially started on Monday, 20 November 2023, during a welcoming function at the Houghton Hotel in Johannesburg. Golfers, guests and sponsors networked on the eve...

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​Joburg drives economic growth through international golf showpiece

​​The Joburg Open 2023, now in its 17th edition, has evolved beyond its role as a mere international golf event, becoming a dynamic catalyst for economic development, particularly for small,...

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​Joburg Open Pro-Am sets stage for golfing excellence

​The Houghton Golf Club has witnessed the commencement of the week-long Joburg Open, with the invite-only Pro-Am featuring an impressive field of golfing excellence. Reigning champion Dan Bradbury led a...

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Fierce competition as former champs return for €1.5 million Joburg Open purse

A record nine former champions returned for the 17th Joburg Open, battling for a €1.5 million prize at Houghton Golf Club in what promises to be one of the tournament’s...
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​City triumphs Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg

The 2023 Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg thrilled thousands as Marc Pritzen and Carla Oberholzer claimed elite victories, with the City proudly hosting one of its biggest cycling events across...
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​Explorer Londeka shares home-grown solutions with an international audience​

​Londeka Thanjekwayo is making her mark in the field of urban development and planning. Londeka is the Deputy Director for National Programme Liaison, Policy and Intergovernmental relations (IGR) in Human...

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​Joburg Fashion Week a vanguard of cultural exports from the continent

The 16th Joburg Fashion Week was a vibrant fusion of style, culture, technology, and commerce in its dazzling showcase of African ingenuity and elegance. Presented by Africa Fashion International (AFI)...

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Joburg librarian wins the Nalibali storytelling competition

Bosmont librarian Sihle Duncan Sibiya won a Nalibali storytelling competition for his isiZulu tale, highlighting Joburg Libraries’ growing digital storytelling efforts and ongoing programmes that inspire children to read and...
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​Ke Kasi Yarona’s rodent control crew sponsored with driving licenses

Alexandra’s Ke Kasi Yarona’s rodent control crew has been sponsored with driving licenses in an initiative that not only promises to expand their service provision but also to improve the...

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Joburg ready to open 17th edition of international golf tournament

​The City of Johannesburg is ready to host the 17th edition of the biggest golfing event on its calendar: the Joburg Open International Golf Tournament. This year, the golf showpiece...

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Free Geographic Information Systems training to continue in February 2024

As the year draws to an end, the City’s free Geographic Information Systems (GIS) online mapping training is taking a break at the end of November 2023, with plans to...

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City’s Libraries and Information Services scoops top award

The City of Johannesburg’s Mobi-Readathon programme won the 2023 Sunday Times Digital Innovation Award for its groundbreaking mobile eLearning platform, boosting literacy and transforming library services for high school learners...
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Opportunity Centre to unlock possibilities for entrepreneurs

Joburg’s Opportunity Centre and the National Lottery Commission will host a free entrepreneurship workshop on 16 November, offering insights, success stories, and networking to empower emerging and established entrepreneurs during...
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​Pedestrian safety key in Randburg CBD upgrades

The vision for a pedestrian-centred and functional Randburg CBD is on the cards after the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) completed site establishment for the upgrading of Bram Fischer and Jan...

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​​Moraka is at the forefront of Joburg’s financial​ renewal

At just 34, Joburg’s GCFO Tebogo Moraka is driving financial stability and digital transformation, steering the City through major challenges with a bold, tech-driven vision for smarter, sustainable service delivery....
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​Regional Councillors Forum calls for tougher by law enforcement in inner city​

he recent Regional Councillors Forum meeting hosted by the City of Johannesburg’s Region F, served as a valuable platform for councillors to receive feedback regarding service delivery issues....
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​Region E’s Mohlatlego building dreams through passion and dedication

Mohlatlego Nakeng has been working tirelessly as a General Worker at Wendywood Centre in Region E striving to make the City a better place....
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​MMC Sekwaila urges businesses to stop illegal waste dumping​

Councillor Jack Sekwaila, the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department (EISD), has issued a plea to the business community in Johannesburg, urging them...
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​Davids’ tribute to Whitney Houston leaves audiences in awe​

Whitney Houston’s fanatics were treated to 14 days of a musical bliss as the world – renowned vocalist Belinda Davids graced the iconic Mandela Theatre stage with her exceptional talent...
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​Retail festival marks 50 years of Sandton City​

​Sandton City, the premier shopping destination in Africa, is celebrating five decades of retail with an exquisite one-day shopping festival set to captivate patrons with exclusive offers, extraordinary experiences, and...
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​New Lehae Library opens whole new world for young and old​

Since its official opening three months ago, the City of Johannesburg’s Lehae Library has been improving the lives of community members and creating a brighter future for its users....
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Spectacular children’s event has everyone drenched in joy

The Bertha Solomon Recreation Centre was buzzing with youthful energy. The occasion? A spectacular children’s event that promised laughter, learning and fun....
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​Orange Farm Library blends young and old experiences during National Book Week​

​​National Book Week at Orange Farm Library was not just about books, it bridged generations, preserved stories and celebrated the love of learning....
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​City of Joburg ready to welcome visitors during Tourism Month ​

September, spring, sunshine and Sho’t Left are all ideal changes to look forward to as the City transitions into a new season, which screams travel and tourism....
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​Always look at challenges as opportunities: Negrita

The secret to Negrita Faulmann’s 40 years at the City is passion and love for her job. She plans on tackling the remaining two years before retirement with the same...
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​Sekwaila leads observance of International Day for Clean Air for Blue Skies​

Councillor Jack Sekwaila spearheaded a comprehensive clean-up campaign and public education drive in Meadowlands, Soweto, to mark the International Day for Clean Air for Blue Skies on Thursday, 7 September....
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​Emergency responders powered with wellness techniques​

​​In celebration of physiotherapy week, City of Johannesburg’s Emergency Management Service and the Johannesburg Metropolitan District Rehabilitation exposed emergency responders to new techniques to support their work fitness at Florida...
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​City Power launches smart prepaid metres in Alex​

Councillor Jack Sekwaila, and City Power CEO Tshifularo Mashava have launched the first phase of smart prepayment metres in Alexandra, in the north of Johannesburg, in a pivotal step towards...
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​Joburg Tourism supports launch of DP World Lions cricket season​

As part of its Tourism Month activities, the City of Johannesburg and Joburg Tourism Company are excited to support Gauteng Central Lions Cricket as they launched the DP World Lion’s...
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​City receives vital technical support for climate-resilient infrastructure​

Johannesburg has received crucial technical support for climate-resilient infrastructure following the C40 Mayor's Roundtable and CFO Technical Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya....
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​Drieziek Multipurpose Centre’s swimming pool gets final touches​

Residents of Drieziek are waiting to dive into a new era of aquatic excellence, thanks to the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) near completion of a new, state-of-the-art swimming pool....
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​City calls for united action for World Cleanup Day​

With World Cleanup Day fast approaching, Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, Pikitup and Joburg Tourism are united in a call to residents to participate in actively cleaning and beautifying the...
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