The Cities of Johannesburg and Tshwane co-hosted the Urban 20 (U20) Mayoral Summit from 12–14 September 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This prestigious gathering brings together mayors from major G20 cities, providing a platform for essential dialogue that informs the deliberations of national leaders at the G20 Summit.

The U20 Summit is a vital opportunity for mayors to collectively address pressing urban challenges while ensuring that the priorities of cities are elevated within the G20 agenda. As co-chairs of the 2025 U20 cycle, Johannesburg and Tshwane are leading discussions that align with the South African G20 Presidency’s priorities.

Johannesburg Tourism is proud to announce its participation in the Embassies Business Fair and Conference, taking place at the CSIR International Convention Centre from 8 – 9 September 2025. This milestone engagement forms part of the tourism body’s high-impact build-up to the U20 Mayoral Summit on 12 – 14 September and the G20 Summit in November, positioning Johannesburg as a leading destination for global economic diplomacy, cultural exchange and urban innovation.

The Randjieslaagte Reservoir is constrained this morning due to a combination of factors, including higher demand, reduced supply, and infrastructure limitations. Johannesburg Water is actively monitoring the situation and implementing interventions to support recovery.

During restoration of supply this morning, a new leak occurred at the Hector Norris Pump Station, and the supply has been isolated. The bypass supply remains open.

Johannesburg Water teams, together with the service provider, are working continuously to resolve the burst.

These were the reassuring words from Johannesburg Water’s Managing Director, Ntshavheni Mukwevho, during Friday morning’s media briefing. The Entity held a short presser to provide an update on the current state of Johannesburg’s water supply, with a strong focus on the water supply issues experienced by the Commando System.

The City of Johannesburg has given back more than R2.7 billion worth of property rebates to property owners during the last financial year, which provided much needed financial relief.

The City’s massive rebates provided relief to thousands of households, pensioners, indigents, education sector and high-density residential developments amongst others during the 2024/2025 financial year, which began last July and ending in June this year.

As South Africa celebrates Tourism and Heritage Month this September, Joburg Tourism is proud to announce its continued support of four lifestyle events that reflect the heartbeat of Johannesburg’s cultural and economic vitality. These festivals not only showcase the city’s rich artistic tapestry but also play a pivotal role in driving tourism, stimulating job creation, and empowering small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) through meaningful market access.

The City of Joburg Property Company (JPC) is pleased to announce the official appointment of
Mr. Musawakhe (Musah) Makhunga as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with effect from 1
September 2025. His tenure is for a period of five (5) years fixed term.

Mr. Makhunga has served as Acting CEO and successfully guided the organisation through a
period of transition. During this time, he demonstrated exemplary leadership, vision, and
unwavering commitment to JPC’s mission of promoting sustainable property development and
management in the City of Johannesburg.

The City of Johannesburg’s Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, through its Waste Management and Regulation Unit, has appointed a service provider to lead the rehabilitation of the decommissioned Kya Sands landfill site.

The landfill site, closed in 2010 after reaching full capacity, has since become a hotspot for widespread illegal dumping, impacting the environment, local businesses, and nearby communities. Smoke from burning waste has further reduced air quality to below 35% in areas such as Fourways, Cedar Lakes, and Bloubosrand, affecting an estimated 80,000 residents.