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​The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has successfully completed a transformative project that has not only upgraded road infrastructure and improved connectivity in Diepsloot ext 5 and 6 but has also...
Calling all bookworms to celebrate National Book Week and Literacy Day at the City of Johannesburg’s libraries....
If you would like to have a bird’s eye view of the City of Johannesburg Metropolis, then the free municipal online mapping training is tailored for you....
he City of Johannesburg’s Transport Department and the Brixton community transformed streets of the suburb into captivating wonderland of creativity in the Brixton Light Festival, which attracted over 3 000...
If you know Xolani Fihla, you’ll know he is modest to the core and dedicated to his job, which makes his recent promotion to the rank of superintendent a well-deserved...
​​​People have turned to traditional medicine for cures for centuries and traditional medicines continue to hold promise....
​Liziwe Ntshinga-Makoro credits her success in life to her willingness to get her hands dirty, which always puts her at the right place at the right time....
​​Lerato Kgalema, who was recently appointed General Manager: Grid Access at City Power, aims to be the bearer of light in the age of loadshedding as the City embarks on...
​​​​​The Department of Economic Development’s Enterprise Development Unit, the Joburg Market Opportunity Centre and Old Mutual will hold a workshop on Friday, 01 September 2023, for small, medium and micro...
Two JRA heavy-duty vehicle operators, Sabelo Thabede and Naomi Mamabolo, are breaking barriers in a male-dominated field, proving their skill, resilience, and leadership as they help maintain Johannesburg’s roads and...
In the heart of Joburg's bustling Newtown precinct, the Workers' Museum, a cultural beacon, stands as a testament to the City's labour history....
​​​Embedded in the annals of history, the adage "we rise by lifting others" resonates as a clarion call to harness our inner fire to kindle the flames of someone else's...
​​Anticipation is reaching a crescendo as the stage is set for a Johannesburg music extravaganza that promises to etch its name in the annals of musical history....
​The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has completed the southern section of the Modderfontein Bridge project after an extensive period of rehabilitation and modernisation...
​Palma Maluleke, a trailblazing 29-year-old chief engineer at City Power, is slowly emerging as a beacon of innovation and leadership in sustainable energy....
​​​Beatrice Monyake, a 42-year-old mother from Soweto, holds the illustrious title of reigning World Pool Champion....
​The City of Johannesburg’s Social Development Department in collaboration with Westgate Mall management celebrated women’s month at Westgate Mall in Roodepoort....
The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Health and Social in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Ennie Makhafola, launched a Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Advisory Committee at the Joburg Theatre...
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The City of Johannesburg has completed its large-scale Ziveze Employee Verification process, achieving a 99% verification rate and strengthening payroll integrity, internal controls and financial accountability across departments and municipal...
The City of Johannesburg presented progress on Phase 2 of the Lilian Ngoyi Street rehabilitation, confirming construction is on schedule as entities address infrastructure upgrades, by-law concerns and stakeholder issues...
The City of Johannesburg intensified its High Impact Service Delivery Programme in the Roodepoort CBD, tackling illegal connections, bylaw violations, dumping and infrastructure issues through a coordinated multidepartment operation led...
Joburg City Theatres’ Festival of Lights returns on 27 November 2025, offering dazzling installations, live performances and a new nativity play, creating a magical and meaningful Christmas experience for families...
The City has intensified its #HighImpactServiceDelivery blitz, deploying multiple entities weekly to tackle vandalism, illegal dumping, infrastructure decay and service backlogs, while rolling out resilient solar streetlights and strengthening community-centred...
Joburg Market is strengthening ties with Limpopo farmers, engaging them at the Agri 5 Expo to expand market access, improve support services, and deepen relationships with one of its key...
The City of Johannesburg is strengthening support for the informal sector through digital innovation, launching the UNDP–Wakanda DIME initiative to help township traders modernise operations, improve compliance and increase access...
The 2026 Sunshine Ladies Tour will build on a landmark 2025 season with a strengthened schedule, expanded international opportunities, and two co-sanctioned LET events, further elevating women’s golf in South...
The Joburg Market joined fresh-produce markets nationwide at the 2025 SAUFM Conference, strengthening partnerships, sharing best practices and supporting sector-wide efforts to build a more reliable, efficient and integrated national...

The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Economic Development has reaffirmed its commitment to driving inclusive economic recovery and strengthening collaboration across traditional leadership, academia, business and government. ​Speaking at the...

Bramfischerville residents met to review progress and refine priorities for the City’s IDP, raising urgent needs such as a permanent clinic, improved lighting, road upgrades and safer housing as officials...
Region F hosted a Fathers and Sons Dialogue to strengthen family bonds, promote male wellness and encourage mentorship, featuring a 5km hike, team activities and inspiring speakers focused on positive...
The City is hosting Community-Based Planning sessions across all 135 wards, giving residents a direct platform to shape priorities, influence budgeting, and strengthen local democracy as Johannesburg refines its next...
The JDA is driving over 1 500 infrastructure projects in 2025/26, investing R644 million to boost mobility, revitalise urban spaces, and support inclusive growth as Johannesburg strengthens its development agenda...
Johannesburg is finalising security and disaster readiness plans as it prepares to host the 2025 G20 Summit at Nasrec, showcasing the city’s world-class coordination, safety systems and commitment to inclusive...
Monty Ignatius Sekhukhuni’s new book Sodl'ekhaya uncovers the untold story of the 1989 hunger strike, blending personal experience with lessons in leadership, unity and strategy that shaped a pivotal moment...

Eyes on the road. Three, two, one, go! ​And as soon as the shot went off, cyclists took off at full speed to compete for the title of the iconic...

The City hosted a Food Safety Training session for Eldorado Park spaza owners, empowering traders with hygiene, compliance and business skills to strengthen safe trading and boost Johannesburg’s township economy....

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