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As part of marking World Diabetes Day, the City of Johannesburg’s Health Department is hosting an 8km fun walk from Naledi Hall, Soweto, on Sunday, 19 November 2023. The walk...

?The boys in City of Johannesburg’s Student Council recently conducted a campaign at Constitution Hill in Hillbrow, focusing on the “boy child”. The Student Council is made up of about...

??In the heart of ekasi, Soweto, a celebration of local lifestyle with food, fun and family will ignite through the third instalment of the Soweto Farmers Market. The market is...

​​Thousands of cyclists are getting ready for an exhilarating ride through the streets of Johannesburg with the upcoming Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg, scheduled for Sunday, 19 November. The annual...

​​The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has established a Tactical Response Unit (TRU) dedicated to fighting crime with a proactive approach. The JMPD’s TRU aims to collaborate with the South...

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) Motorways depot is taking proactive measures to alleviate the impact of climate change on the M1 South along the Glenhove offramp, despite increased rain intensity....

At 51 years old, Inspector Bhongolethu Magcai has proved it’s never too late to chase your dreams. Bhongolethu works in Johannesburg Metro Police Department’s (JMPD) VIP Protection Unit and recently...

The JDA has completed Phase 1 of the Rosebank Public Transport Facility upgrade, with Phase 2 awaiting building plan approval. The project aims to accommodate Rosebank’s growing commuter demand through...

The City’s Migration Sub-Unit within the Social Development Department has officially launched its Climate Change Response for Migrants, Refugees, and Internally Displaced Persons project. The project is aimed at addressing...

The 2023 Joburg Open launches the DP World Tour’s new Opening Swing, bringing a world-class field and major incentives as Johannesburg showcases its ambition, global partnerships and commitment to creating...

The much-anticipated multimillion Ivory Park Swimming Pool complex project is only awaiting water connection to officially complete the state-of-the-art facility. Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) acting CEO Siyabonga Genu says the...

In the hustle and bustle of Soweto, local company SHOVeBIKE is just about ready to launch its collection and delivery business through a first-ever electric bike service. The logistics start-up...

Ntsindiso Mphakathi, a young and determined athlete from Port Saint Johns in the Eastern Cape, had dreamed of winning the Soweto Marathon for as long as he could remember. As...

The City of Johannesburg Libraries and Information Services congratulates Mikateka Primary for winning the Story Skirmish and Franklin D Primary for winning the Battle of the Books competition. This comes...

As the parade in celebration of the Springboks historic victory in the 2023 Rugby World Cup made its way through the streets of Johannesburg on Thursday, 02 November 2023, all...

Lebohang Mataruka, the Personal Assistant of the Head of Planning at Johannesburg Roads Agency’s Planning Department, has received her laurels from earning her Master’s degree, thanks to JRA’s subsidised education...

Southern Suburbs Swimming Pool is thriving as residents of all ages flock for swimming lessons, aqua fitness, and leisure. With over 63,000 Region F pool users since September, the City...

In celebration of the Springbok’s historic victory in the 2023 Rugby World Cup, a parade has been organised to honour the champions in the streets of Johannesburg. The will pass...

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World Cities Day is globally observed today, Tuesday, 31 October 2023. In observance of World Cities Day 2023, the City of Johannesburg echoes the call of the United Nations’ Habitat...

For one night only, the Johannesburg Zoo was transformed into a ghastly ghost land and superheroes and characters were gathered together under the stars....
Joburg hosted and won the 2023 OR Tambo Soncini Games, celebrating youth talent, disability inclusion, and global solidarity. The tournament showcased rising athletes and strengthened international ties through sport and...
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo treated senior citizens from Doornkop and Phiri to a joyful day with the Big 5, filled with laughter, dancing, and heart-warming first-time encounters with wildlife....
Owloween 2023 turned Johannesburg Zoo into a spooky fantasy world, uniting superheroes, villains, and families for a magical night of costumes, thrills, a haunted house, kids’ rides, and a live...
After a difficult year battling breast cancer, Metrobus employee Mabel Moshori completed treatment through courage, faith, and determination. Now back at work, she urges women to prioritise early detection and...
​​Sewerage blockages, crime, blinking traffic lights, dysfunctional streetlights and maintenance were among the issues that took centre stage during an accelerated service delivery drive in Region E this week....
​​Get ready for an enchanted halloween night at the Johannesburg Zoo....
The African Throne Tour, led by Nasty C and Cassper Nyovest, concludes in Newtown with a historic finale at Mary Fitzgerald Square, celebrating African music, unity, and Johannesburg’s vibrant cultural...
City of Joburg Libraries, with Microsoft SA and Afrika Tikkun, have launched free digital literacy courses, giving young people industry-recognised tech skills and accessible learning tools to boost employability and...
​The Environment and Infrastructure Services Department's (EISD) Climate Change Unit is actively engaged in disseminating knowledge and encouraging collective action toward achieving the City's Climate Action Plan (CAP)....
​Johannesburg, South Africa's largest metropolis, known for its remarkable resilience through numerous rebuilds is offering both residents and visitors a cornucopia of events, activities, and attractions this summer....
Johannesburg Zoo’s enchanting Owloween returns on 28 October, promising spooky fun, magical Wonderland characters, treats, thrills, and a live Rugby World Cup screening — all in one unforgettable night under...
The City of Johannesburg has launched Metrobus’s new Intelligent Transport System in the age of digital revolution....

As runners gear up for the upcoming Soweto Marathon, South African athletes are poised to challenge the longstanding dominance of foreigners, particularly Ethiopians, Kenyans, and Lesotho nationals. This showdown will...

The City of Joburg handed over 139 title deeds in Tshepisong, marking a major step toward secure home ownership and affirming its commitment to dignity, stability, and future housing opportunities...
Councillors, including government employees and members of the public mismanaging community funds should be held accountable....
The JDA has completed the Rea Vaya Alexandra Bus Depot Access Road, boosting Phase 1C operations and enhancing public transport infrastructure, while creating jobs and exceeding SMME targets in the...

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