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The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has joined forces with public and private corporations to address the issue of traffic light outages during loadshedding, aiming to alleviate congestion on the City’s...

Randburg Library received a permanent backup power system through a partnership with Nestlé Bar-One and Orchard on 25, ensuring uninterrupted study space and reliable services for students during loadshedding....
After 38 years of service, Child Care Officer Ouma Elizabeth Mkhombo retires, celebrated for uplifting ECD centres and shaping young lives across Region C through her dedication, leadership, and passion...
City Power warns of escalating cable theft and vandalism across Johannesburg, with recent incidents causing outages and even fatalities, urging communities to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity to protect...

The City of Johannesburg plans to ensure the safety of sports fanatics as the Springboks go head to head with Argentina in their last home match before heading to France...

​Two days before Madiba’s birthday, thousands of United Kingdom-based The Telegraph readers voted South Africa the greatest country in the world....
The Turbine Art Fair returns at Hyde Park Corner with bold exhibitions, immersive installations, and creative programmes for all ages, celebrating emerging South African artists and strengthening Joburg’s reputation as...
Joburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda launched the U=U HIV campaign with UNAIDS, encouraging testing, treatment, and stigma reduction to improve quality of life and help end new infections across the city....
The iconic play Saturday Night at the Palace returns to Joburg Theatre after 41 years, offering a gripping blend of satire, drama, and powerful commentary on apartheid, brought to life...
The 2023 Mayoral Cup-Netball tournament brought Joburg’s regions together ahead of the Netball World Cup, celebrating women’s sport, showcasing local talent, and inspiring community pride as Region D1 claimed the...

The Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Health and Social Development in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Ennie Makhafola, has pledged support for local businesses and agro-processors, saying that...

City employee and seasoned runner Vincent Seng powered through knee pain to finish his first Comrades in 6:44, showcasing grit, talent, and lifelong passion as he sets his sights on...
MMC Eunice Mgcina conducted an oversight tour of key JDA projects across Johannesburg, assessing progress on major libraries, fire stations, community centres, and infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving service delivery...
The City of Johannesburg marked Mandela Day with tech centre upgrades, clean-ups, sports ground renovations, coding tournaments, and community outreach—united through partnerships that spread hope and honour Madiba’s legacy across...
Following the Bree Street explosion, multiple CBD roads remain closed as safety teams assess damage. JMPD has implemented diversions, while City Power substations stay offline pending clearance to ensure public...
​More than 300 displaced people had a memorable Mandela Day that was filled with fun, lively music and acts of kindness at the City of Johannesburg’s 03 Kotze Street Overnight...
​The Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) directorate in Region F hosted the elderly at the Brixton Multipurpose Centre on Tuesday, 18 July 2023, as part of the Mandela Day...
​To mark the global celebration of Mandela Day, the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), led by the Member of the Mayoral Committee for Development Planning in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr...
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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...

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