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Joburg Libraries are bringing Mandela Month to life with fun, educational holiday programmes from 4–21 July. Kids can enjoy storytelling, coding, discussions, and interactive activities celebrating Madiba’s legacy across the...
​The Soweto Theatre Music Tutorial Programme recently concluded with a mesmerising musical performance concert, helmed by two of South Africa's most esteemed arts administrators and conductors, Kutlwano Masote and Sifiso...
Following the tremendous success of its inaugural national tour in 2022, the highly anticipated second national tour of the internationally acclaimed Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra is set to take place...
Phaphama Football Club are the 2023 DStv eKasi Champs of Champs after whipping Swidi Wodwa Football Club....
MMC Jack Sekwaila is driving Joburg’s turnaround with a focus on cleaner neighbourhoods, reliable water and energy, safer communities and sustainable alternative power—calling for teamwork and resident involvement to rebuild...
A groundbreaking partnership between the City of Johannesburg and SourceFin has channelled R23 million into 16 SMMEs, boosting service delivery, enabling business growth, and creating jobs through accessible funding support....

The one-day workshop hosted on Thursday, 29 June 2023, by City’s Opportunity Centre at the Joburg Market in City Deep, Johannesburg, created a platform for job seekers and small businesses...

Region G’s Regional Health Deputy Director Olga Kruger uses the words “eventful” and “meaningful” to describe the past three decades she’s been working in the City. She attributes her choice...

Discovery Insure and Avis Southern Africa have joined forces with the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) to create a cross-sector partnership that will tackle the pothole problem in the City head-on....

The beloved Alexandra township known for its turbulent history and fascinating stories is becoming even more well-known for shaping some of South Africa’s up and coming stars and entrepreneurs such...

About 120 young farmers had a stimulating, interactive and informative market access day on Wednesday, June 28 2023, at the Joburg Market in City Deep, Johannesburg. Hosted by Joburg Fresh...

Renowned orchestra conductor Kutlwano Masote has joined forces with the Joburg City Theatres Music Tutorial Programme to curate a week-long series of music exchange workshops which will culminate in a...

Councillor Lubabalo Cecil Magwentshu, the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Community Development, is spearheading a transformative approach to community development. Balancing his roles as a dedicated husband to...

Johannesburg is facing a heat island effect due to the absorption and retention of heat by buildings, pavement, and other human-made structures. This is likely to increase energy consumption and...

The Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Colleen Makhubele, held a Youth Summit last week at the Metro Centre in Braamfontein as part of celebrating Youth Month....

The City of Johannesburg’s libraries recently hosted a MobiReadathon final for grade 8 pupils at the University of Johannesburg Library. There were 11 high school that took part in the...

Dr Petra Smit (60), the Deputy Director for Finance in the Group Corporate and Shared Services department, is a force to be reckoned with not just on the work front...

The second Soweto Investment Conference officially kicked off on 22 June 2023 and for the next two days all roads will lead to the Johannesburg Expo Centre. Delegates and investors...

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​In her ice white lab coat, Cebile Myeni, a Laboratory Analyst at Joburg Water, says the process of ensuring residents have access to safe drinking water is based on rigorous...

Thanks to Operation Buya Mthetho, a multidisciplinary crime-fighting initiative, a raft of measures to combat grime and crime in Johannesburg are bearing fruit. These were the sentiments of the Public...

​The City of Johannesburg’s Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) Region F hosted a Women’s month event on Thursday, 18 August 2022, at the Region F Head Office, CJ Cronje...

The Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Vasco da Gama, addressed a youth empowerment day at Danie Van Zyl recreation Centre in Region B on Wednesday, 17...

Tennis for Life Academy’s mission is to introduce, teach, coach, motivate, educate and inspire people to achieve maximum tennis performance and life balance. The centre came to life as youngsters...

​High school learners in Soweto who read the novel, My Children! My Africa! as part of their prescribed curriculum will be treated to nine days of back-to-back theatre experiences when...

​“My passion is to work with young people and more so, children. I strongly believe that in times like today, it is important for us to reach out to the...

​The City of Johannesburg’s Sport and Recreation Region A went all out to show that working out and incorporating positive changes into your daily routine can help you build a...

​The City continues to celebrate women in South Africa and the courageous and victorious milestones they are reaching. Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development, Cllr Ronald Harris was...

The Joburg Theatre presents Mozart’s Don Giovanni, featuring a top local and international cast and crew, including Gauteng Choristers, and music by the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra (JPO). The classic production,...

More people in disadvantaged areas are connecting to free internet, thanks to the City of Joburg’s wi-fi roll-out project. With an increasing number of people owning smartphones and the disruptions...

​The long-awaited induction of ward committee members finally gets underway tomorrow Saturday, 13 August 2022. Regions G (Eldorado Park, Lenasia, Ennerdale, Orange Farm, Vlakfontein, Zakariya Park, Poortjie, Lehae, Protea South,...

​Her desire to learn has always been the driving force behind her success, propelling her to break new ground, leave her mark and pave the way for other women. Yolanda...

​The City of Johannesburg’s Sport and Recreation, Gauteng Department of Education, Midrand Local Football Association and D9 School Sport Committee hosted the Women/Girls Football Development programme at Rabie Ridge Stadium....

The streets of Joburg were painted in pink with the Totalsports Women’s Race on Women’s Day at Marks Parks after two years of the Covid-19 pandemic. The 5km and 10km...

​​​​Doreen Jacobs walked into the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) about 26 years ago as a secretary. She’s now the Wayleave Assistant Manager and is proud to have advanced in a...

Speaker of Council Cllr Vasco da Gama hosted a Women’s Day event at the Metro Centre on Tuesday, 9 August 2022 to promote women of excellence in the City of...

Soweto Theatre was filled with nothing but exciting energy and the spirit of social cohesion as the Herstory International Theatre Festival reached its finale, which brought about plenty of experiences...

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