Thousands take stride at the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge in Johannesburg
The City of Johannesburg hosted the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge at Wanderers Sports Club on Thursday, 12 March 2026. The event brought together 265 companies and more than 14,500 participants […]
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Budding filmmaker Khaya Dube is making waves in Joburg
Johannesburg filmmaker Khaya Dube won the Young Voices Award at the Joburg Film Festival for Umxoxiso, exploring youth suicide and grief through culturally grounded storytelling....
Joburg Market supports knowledge sharing at NWU Farmers Day
Joburg Market participated in NWU Farmers Day, engaging farmers and stakeholders on sustainable agriculture, market access opportunities and innovations supporting long-term food security....
City Power engineer earns global certification in energy management
City Power engineer Ipfi Muedi earned international Certified Energy Manager accreditation, strengthening Johannesburg’s energy efficiency initiatives and inspiring women to pursue careers in engineering....
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Johannesburg Zoo celebrates its 122nd birthday with free entry for March-born visitors, a Birthday Zoo Trot, and special promotions highlighting conservation, education and wildlife experiences....
Metropolitan Tech Company launched its redesigned corporate website, reflecting its evolution into a technology-driven municipal entity supporting Johannesburg’s digital infrastructure, connectivity and smart city initiatives....
The Joburg Open teed off with a Pro-Am at Houghton Golf Club, bringing professionals and amateurs together while raising funds to support golf development....
Joburg Market hosted a market access workshop in Limpopo, guiding farmers and SMMEs on product standards, trading processes and quality compliance to strengthen agricultural supply chains....
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo marked Africa Environment Day and World Wildlife Day, calling for collective action to protect biodiversity and strengthen urban conservation efforts....
The 2026 Joburg Open tees off at Houghton Golf Club as global golf stars gather for the DP World Tour event, highlighting Johannesburg as a premier sporting destination....
Johannesburg hosted a Region B Sports Festival at Randburg Sports Complex, where 600 young athletes competed across multiple sporting codes to showcase talent and promote youth development....
Joburg Market Opportunity Centre launched a free Learn and Earn programme to equip unemployed youth and SMMEs with digital skills, AI training and business development support....
Johannesburg hosted an animated film screening for primary school learners in Soweto, promoting African storytelling, cultural heritage and creative learning through the Izinganekwane Zika Gogo project....
Johannesburg hosted the Air Aware Youth Conference, bringing together youth, researchers and officials to address air pollution and strengthen youth participation in clean air policy....
Johannesburg won two awards at the SALGA National Communicators Forum, recognising its innovation, media visibility and excellence in strengthening municipal communication and public engagement....
JMPD Director Angie Mokasi graduated with a Master’s degree from the University of Johannesburg, advancing research on AI-driven e-policing to strengthen governance and public safety....
Joburg Market appointed Ntombifuthi Khumalo as Executive Manager: Corporate Services to strengthen governance, employee engagement and operational systems supporting organisational growth and resilience....
Johannesburg will upgrade the Hector Pieterson Memorial courtyard, installing engraved granite panels honouring 1976 uprising victims while improving safety, accessibility and the visitor experience....
More than 5,000 runners joined the 29th Legends Township Marathon in Eldorado Park, celebrating community sport, youth development and township pride through one of Johannesburg’s largest annual races....
Johannesburg hosted a Region A Sport Festival at Rabie Ridge Stadium, bringing together 600 young athletes under 15 to showcase talent and promote community sport....
Masters champion Patrick Reed will debut at the 2026 Joburg Open at Houghton Golf Club, joining a strong international field competing on the DP World Tour....
Johannesburg is expanding the High-Impact Service Delivery Programme citywide, strengthening enforcement, infrastructure repairs and partnerships to restore safety, accountability and service delivery across communities....