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The vibrant township of Soweto, which has rich political history, is increasingly becoming the go to place to discover a multitude of bird life, thanks to Raymond Ramapolokeng and his...

The City of Johannesburg’s Library and Information Services (LIS) has introduced coding activities in libraries particularly for the youth as part of spreading digital literacy. LIS introduced computer science through...

​Sport and Recreation in regions E and A offered aerobics sessions concurrently as part of a healthy lifestyle programme on Saturday, October 1 2022. City of Johannesburg officials hosted the...

The unstoppable duo behind Young Voice Academy (YOVA), Raphelang Simente and Cathrine Chibweza, are still hard at work and shooting for the stars. The two are familiar faces in Dobsonville...

Students from Wits University’s School of Construction, Economics and Management recently visited four projects currently undertaken by the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA). Reflector vests and hard hats were the order...

Students from Wits University’s School of Construction, Economics and Management recently visited four projects currently undertaken by the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA). Reflector vests and hard hats were the order...

​​As part of the International Day for Universal Access to Information, the Information Regulator in partnership with the City of Johannesburg and other institutions hosted a public engagement to educate...
Joburg’s most listened to commercial regional radio station, 947 has partnered with global electronics device producer, Samsung, to host a two-day music extravaganza dubbed Galaxy947Move at Prime View Adventure and...
​With a slew of new public art projects on the horizon, the City of Johannesburg in all its artistic splendour, is not finished with enhancing and commissioning new immovable historical...
​​The City of Johannesburg’s Group Finance Department will host another virtual Open Day to help customers with their queries on Saturday, 01 October 2022....
The City of Joburg’s Region C was abuzz with tractors, trucks and chainsaws among other cleaning tools as employees from the Joburg Roads Agency, City Parks and other entities in...
​​The South African Masters Basketball Tournament (SAMBA) was held at the Brixton Multipurpose Centre from 22 to 25 September 2022...
On Friday, 23 September 2022, the Brixton Multipurpose Centre was alive with excitement, smiles, and joy as a culture of combating homophobia in football was fostered....
The Member of the Mayoral Committee for Development Planning in the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Belinda Echeozonjoku, and Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) Chief Executive Officer Mokgema Mongane conducted oversight of...
​The Joburg Tourism Company (JTC) and the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) are set to reach new heights by positioning Johannesburg as the gateway to the Seychelles....
​The pulse of Joburg slowed to a less frantic pace as thousands of runners descended on the inner city for the Absa Run Your City Joburg 10km race at the...
​Political leaders of the City of Johannesburg converged on Alexandra to pay homage to the township’s senior citizens as part of Heritage Month celebrations....
​“The City of gold not only called me to fulfil my true purpose of storytelling. It also called me to reach new heights in my karate training,” says Brümilda Swartbooi,...
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Johannesburg invites families and friends to reconnect this festive season, offering scenic parks, iconic landmarks, vibrant markets, family-friendly outings and nostalgic gatherings that celebrate togetherness, culture and the city’s warm...
The Johannesburg Development Agency is upgrading the High Court Precinct to improve safety, accessibility, urban management and public amenities through redesigned streets, landscaping, universal access features and coordinated stakeholder engagement...
The City of Johannesburg marked National Disability Rights Day with an inclusive programme at the Johannesburg Zoo, offering psychosocial support, educational activities and recreational engagement while highlighting dignity, equal opportunity...
After two decades away from pageantry, 48-year-old Thabile Mabele returns as a Mrs Township South Africa semi-finalist, using her platform to champion empowerment, community upliftment and safer spaces while inspiring...
The City of Johannesburg hosted its first environmental by-laws workshop, educating residents on air pollution, waste management and enforcement. Over 100 participants attended, strengthening community awareness, responsibility and collaboration to...
City Power has brightened Joburg’s inner city with new streetlights and festive displays, boosting safety, visibility and holiday spirit. The refurbished installations, launched by City leadership, form part of the...
Johannesburg’s Environment and Infrastructure Department hosted a Climate Action Implementation workshop to review progress, showcase high-impact projects, and plan future priorities as the City advances its Climate Action Plan with...
The Joburg Market hosted Ghanaian delegates from the ASSETS programme to strengthen AfCFTA-aligned trade ties, showcase market operations, and explore opportunities for deeper collaboration across the agricultural value chain between...
The JDA and NYDA have formalised a strategic partnership to boost youth empowerment in Johannesburg, focusing on skills development, enterprise growth, inclusive infrastructure opportunities, and coordinated support systems to expand...
The City of Johannesburg has launched an Investment Fast-Tracking Team to accelerate approvals and support businesses. The initiative, part of the “Meet the City” programme, tackles bottlenecks, strengthens stakeholder engagement...
The Festival of Lights has transformed Joburg Theatre into a glowing wonderland, delighting families with shimmering installations, illuminated animals, live performances and festive treats, creating a magical holiday experience for...
The rain held off just long enough on Saturday, 28 November 2025, for dozens of energetic young people to lace up their hiking boots and take over Kloofendal Nature Reserve...
The 2025 African Bank Soweto Marathon drew 18,000 runners and international acclaim, highlighting Soweto’s cultural pride and Johannesburg’s strong event-hosting capacity. Despite challenging weather, the City’s seamless coordination ensured another...
The City of Johannesburg launched its 16 Days of Activism campaign with a powerful call to action, uniting departments, partners and survivors to confront gender-based violence and champion healing, advocacy...
The City celebrated White Cane Safety Day in Soweto, honouring visually impaired residents, promoting inclusion and showcasing Blind SA’s empowering initiatives, including locally manufactured white canes and expanded support programmes....
Stakeholders and residents united for the Soweto Marathon Clean-up Initiative, preparing “The People’s Race” route through a coordinated effort involving the City, African Bank, Pikitup and community members to create...
The G20 Summit reaffirmed Johannesburg’s resilience and ambition, as the city delivered seamless service delivery, welcomed global leaders, and boosted tourism – reinforcing its status as a competitive, confident and...
After completing a six-month programme in China, three JRA staff brought back expertise in modern construction materials, advanced road repair methods, and AI-driven infrastructure monitoring, offering new solutions for Johannesburg’s...

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