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 Netball Test Series. The Spar Proteas will kickstart 2026...
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 Netball Test Series....
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....
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....
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....
Festive Season message to the business community from Economic Development MMC Nomoya Mnisi
MMC for Economic Development, Cllr N.D. Mnisi, shares a festive season message expressing appreciation to Johannesburg’s business community and partners....
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Nelson Mandela, affectionately known as Tata, was a remarkable figure—a freedom fighter, statesman, and father to South Africa's diverse nation....
Talk Radio 702's much beloved Walk-the-Talk event makes a triumphant comeback, inviting Joburg residents to embark on an exhilarating adventure at the Cradle of Humankind in Maropeng on Sunday, 20...
The legacy of former President Nelson Mandela was celebrated with a meaningful ceremony at the Mandela Mural Precinct at Thokoza Park in Soweto....
Ward 18 residents in Eldorado Park will finally see relief as the City begins major drainage and water system upgrades, restoring dignity, creating local jobs, and addressing long-standing infrastructure failures...
Speaker Colleen Makhubele honoured fallen South African soldiers at the Delville Wood commemoration, reflecting on their sacrifice and urging the youth to remember this pivotal First World War battle and...
City Power is tackling persistent outages in Fleurhof by repairing ageing cables, upgrading infrastructure, and monitoring the overloaded grid as rapid population growth and illegal connections strain supply, with long-term...
Cape Town Opera (CTO) is thrilled to present the powerful opera Tosca by Puccini to audiences at the Joburg Theatre. The highly anticipated production will grace the Mandela Stage between...
Dr Nazira Cachalia, a driving force behind the Joburg City Safety Strategy, celebrates earning her PhD while championing resilience, collaboration, and policy excellence—continuing to inspire colleagues and shape safer communities...
City Power is expanding load-shedding exemptions for key institutions and select businesses to protect jobs and essential services, while advancing alternative energy solutions to boost reliability, cut dependence on Eskom,...
Johannesburg Water has deployed roaming and stationary tankers to safeguard supply during Rand Water’s shutdown, ensuring essential sites remain serviced while urging residents to conserve water until full restoration....
The City’s Library and Information Services staff united ahead of Mandela Day to donate food, blankets and essentials, demonstrating Ubuntu and community compassion while supporting the Health and Social Development...
MMC Eunice Mgcina conducted oversight visits to key JDA projects in Kaalfontein, Diepsloot and Turffontein, reaffirming the City’s commitment to timely infrastructure delivery that improves community facilities, mobility and access...
Galaxy 947 Joburg Day returns to Crocodile Creek Polo Club on 2 September, promising a high-energy music spectacle with top local acts. Samsung’s partnership elevates the experience. Tickets available via...
Families and athletes gathered on a chilly morning at the Johannesburg Zoo to walk or run in support of the upcoming Netball World Cup 2023....
The Jabulani community is set to benefit from a new Olympic-sized swimming pool delivered by the JDA, expanding the Safe-Hub’s world-class sports and youth development facilities and strengthening the City’s...
Many might know Thembelihle Mkosi (34) as a dedicated officer of the law, but to an eight-year-old girl, he will always be remembered as someone who made a lasting impression...
City Power teams are on high alert as a cold front approaches Joburg, increasing strain on the electricity network. Extra resources are deployed, and residents are urged to save energy...
City Power is ramping up scrap-metal raids after arrests in Alexandra, targeting cable theft that threatens Joburg’s power supply. Residents are urged to report suspicious activity as the City intensifies...
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At 62, Catharina Horstink, affectionately known as Ina, is a testament to the adage that age is just a number....
Johannesburg Tourism Company (Joburg Tourism) proudly supports the 2024 Music and Lifestyle Expo, set to take place at the Sandton Convention Centre on 15–16 November 2024....
Kenneth Chiloane, better known as Kenny, has found the perfect balance between his career and passion for endurance sports....
Get ready cycling fans! On Sunday, 17 November 2024, Johannesburg’s FNB Stadium will be buzzing with excitement as more than 10 000 cyclists line up for the 28th edition of...
Linn Grant has once again etched her name into the annals of golf history by winning the Volvo Car Scandinavian Mixed tournament for the second time in three years. This...
Bring it on!” This is the optimistic spirit of Zingisa Mtobela, one of the leading female cyclists for Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) who is geared and ready for Virgin...
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company (Joshco) is celebrating 20 years of redefining affordable living in the city....
The City of Johannesburg’s Speaker of Council, Cllr Nobuhle Mthembu, hosted the 104th Annual National Civic Sunday Remembrance and Wreath-laying ceremony on Sunday, November 11, 2024, at the South Africa...
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) invites artists to contribute to a public art project that will enhance the urban landscape and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Johannesburg....
Klerksdorp-based Onalenna Khonkhobe delivered an impressive victory at the African Bank Soweto Marathon on Sunday, 03 November 2024, crossing the finish line in 2:16:36....
The Joburg Open and Joburg Ladies Open will once again place Johannesburg at the centre of international golf, bringing world-class men’s and women’s professional tournaments to the City’s fairways in...
Pikitup, the waste management entity of the City of Johannesburg, has teamed up with the Electronic Waste Association of South Africa (eWASA) to help waste reclaimers maximise their earnings by...
The Spar Proteas wrapped up a 3-0 series victory against Malawi on Sunday, 3 November 2024, in the final match of the Spar Challenge Netball Series at Ellis Park Arena...
Minibus taxis traditionally dominate the bustling heart of Randburg's Central Business District, lining pavements in chaotic, unsanctioned rows. Drivers congregate at every corner, engaging in animated conversation as they await...
South Africa’s Spar Proteas made a dominant start to their three-match netball series against Malawi, securing a convincing 68-31 victory on Thursday evening, 31 October 2024, at Ellis Park Arena....
The protracted dispute over the future of the Old Parkhurst Bowling Club — a facility under the stewardship of the Johannesburg Property Company (JPC) — appears to be reachingresolution following...
Joburg Market, Africa’s largest fresh produce market, has been selected to host the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference in May 2025....
The Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Environment and Infrastructure Services Department (EISD) in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Jack Sekwaila, led the #KleenaJoburg campaign in Berea Ward 62,...