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Athletes should get ready for big and World-Class athletic events coming to Johannesburg soon. From a gold-label event with a R 4 million prize fund to big local events that...

From general health check-ups to faecal sampling for parasites or the day-to-day clinical cases that arise at the Johannesburg Zoo, no two days are ever the same for Johannesburg City...

All eyes were on the shiny silver netball World Cup trophy as it toured the streets of Joburg on Wednesday, 31 May 2023, on a branded bus. The aim of...

The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Economic Development in the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Nomoya Mnisi, has announced an exciting destination marketing collaboration between Joburg Tourism Company and Gauteng...

“I hope I made people braver to fight for the environment,” says Jane Eagle, who is riding out into the sunset after 33 years in the City of Johannesburg. Eagle...

Belinda Hlaka (57) has been the Curator of Workers’ History at the Workers’ Museum in Newtown for over a decade. She is responsible for maintaining the museum and enjoys mentoring...

​The Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Community Development, Cllr Lubabalo Magwentshu has launched the City’s Netball Fridays initiative, which is curtain-raiser to the Netball World Cup scheduled for...

The RMB Latitudes Art Fair in Mountain View is presenting three special projects exploring co-emergence, the intersection of cultural and aesthetic influences on the creation and interpretation of art from...

As part of its Africa Month celebrations, Joburg Tourism Company hosted a Belgian women in business delegation in partnership with UN Women, the Circle of Global Business Women, the Gauteng...

The City of Johannesburg has engaged targeted stakeholders in the creative arts, culture, and sport fraternity on the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) for the 2023–24 fiscal period to enable broad...

The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Kabelo Gwamanda, officially opened Lehae Library. The mayor was accompanied by the Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community (MMC) Development,...

The Tshiamo Market, a subsidiary trading hall at the Joburg Market has officially opened its doors to informal traders and the public. The newly refurbished market, which used to be...

The City of Johannesburg through its Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) hosted a Men’s Dialogue themed the “Voices of Men” today at Altrec Hall in Alexandra on Africa Day, 25 May...

Those who missed the 6th Annual Joburg Choral Festival for whatever reason need not panic. The festival, which was recorded, will be broadcast on the Facebook page of JoburgCulture on...

Donovan McDonald Retirement Centre came under the spotlight as officials from the City of Joburg in the office of Chair of Chairs, Human Settlements and office of the Ombudsman visited...

The Turkish food and culture market delivered on its promise to give City of Johannesburg residents the full Turkiye experience at Victoria Yards. “The deliciously smelling food, the colour-filled things...

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg’s Transport Department, undertook the Roodepoort CBD Transport Master Plan (TMP) to improve accessibility and mobility while enhancing the...

MMC for Economic Development Cllr Nomoya Mnisi and MMC for Finance Cllr Dada Morero will deliver a keynote addresses at the official launch of the Tshiamo Market at Joburg Market...

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Johannesburg EMS empowered 70 community responders in Matholesville with fire safety training and essential kits, strengthening local readiness and ensuring residents are better equipped to prevent and manage fire emergencies....
Eldorado Park’s Extension 2 Clinic has reopened after strengthened security and intensive preparations, with the City urging residents to protect the facility, respect staff, and report any suspicious activity to...
​​Bonganintando Maseko, popularly known as Bongani, is a man on a mission to enhance Joburg Theatre’s digital presence and his efforts speak volumes....
​​In the aftermath of a devastating underground explosion that sent shockwaves through the heart of Johannesburg's urban landscape in July, the true essence of dedication and resilience shone through, embodied...
​The City of Johannesburg’s Environment and Infrastructure Services Department’s (EISD) Climate Change unit is currently hosting three webinars dedicated to the city’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) implementation....
Extension 2 Eldorado Park residents pledged support for clinic staff after safety threats forced closure, but without agreement on security measures, the facility remains shut as the matter is escalated...
Johannesburg’s migrant-focused climate resilience project is underway, supported by a $200,000 grant, empowering over 50 immigrants with urban farming skills to boost food security, collaboration, and sustainable livelihood opportunities....
Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg Cllr Colleen Makhubele recently addressed students on the significance of civic education and the responsibilities that come with being a responsible citizen...
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has made significant progress in the construction of the Bertrams Multipurpose Centre on the eastern edge of the Inner-City Central Business District...
Nurses from across the City are bursting with nervousness and excitement over their big move from paper-based filing and record keeping to using laptops for ease of access to records,...
Johannesburg marked World Food Day in Diepsloot, uniting farmers, businesses, and residents to promote food security, sustainable agriculture, and backyard planting, while empowering communities with resources and support to combat...
Speaker Cllr Colleen Makhubele honoured former political prisoners and military veterans, praising their sacrifice and urging today’s youth to rediscover patriotism, shared vision, and responsibility during a commemorative event at...
Region D’s CRUM hosted a rights education workshop in Diepkloof to help senior citizens facing abuse, teaching them about legal protections, wills, foster care, and where to seek support instead...
City Power has taken proactive measures to address the ongoing power outages affecting Northriding, Olivedale, and the surrounding areas, which have been a source of frustration for residents....
The Centre for the Less Good Idea launches its milestone Season 10 in Maboneng, showcasing new and revived experimental works by 60 artists, celebrating seven years of bold interdisciplinary collaboration...

Earlier this year, a community development programme that was implemented in partnership with Golden Lanes and Isiqalo Opportunity Centre set in motion a journey of transformation for the residents of...

Mayor Gwamanda led an Accelerated Service Delivery initiative in Region C, combining cleaning, road surfacing, by-law enforcement, and community engagement to address local challenges and enhance service delivery through coordinated...
Soweto Theatre’s “Dancing out of Cancer” returns on 29 October, celebrating survivors through powerful dance, music, and poetry. Inspired by Nomsa Manaka’s healing journey, the show offers hope, unity, and...

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