Joburg prioritises infrastructure and service delivery in R83.1 billion budget
The City of Johannesburg has unveiled its R83.1 billion budget, prioritising investments in infrastructure renewal and service delivery to mitigate the impact of load shedding and revitalise the city. Focus on Operational Efficiency and Infrastructure Renewal. Finance Member of the Mayoral Committee, Councillor Dada Morero, outlined the budget breakdown on Tuesday 14 May, saying R75.7 billion is […]
BRAAMFONTEIN POWER OUTAGE: FULL RESTORATION IMMINENT
City Power is pleased to announce that repairs to the damaged electricity infrastructure in the M1 tunnel are complete. Full power restoration is expected this morning. To safely restore power, City Power will request an emergency isolation. This will result in a temporary power interruption between 8:30am and 10am today (14 May 2024) as the load […]
Braamfontein power restoration update: City Power makes significant progress
The City of Johannesburg is pleased to provide an update on the ongoing efforts to restore power following the M1 tunnel fire incident. City Power acknowledges the inconvenience caused and is working diligently to bring electricity back to all affected areas as quickly and safely as possible. Key Progress: • 88kV Cable Installation Complete: The […]
Foundation work starts to revitalise Kopanong Sport Complex
In the northeastern corner of the City of Johannesburg, Region A, deep excavations, land grading, and earthworks are laying the groundwork for the transformed Kopanong Sports Complex, an upgraded public environment. As part of the Ivory Park Urban Development Framework (UDF), the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has commenced with the upgrading of the Kopanong Sports Complex […]
RMB Latitudes fair to celebrate Pan-African artistic diversity
The highly anticipated RMB Latitudes Art Fair returns to Johannesburg for its second iteration, taking place from Friday, 24 to Sunday, 26 May. Organised by the team behind the acclaimed Latitudes Online platform in partnership with RMB, the Fair promises an immersive experience that unites the global community of African contemporary art. Across the Fair’s […]
City urged to expedite Lilian Ngoyi Street rehabilitation
The City of Johannesburg is making steady progress with the refurbishment of Lilian Ngoyi Street, as revealed during a stakeholder engagement session held on Friday, 10 May 2024, to provide updates on the project’s status. The session aimed to provide feedback on the street’s refurbishment following the explosion of 19 July 2023 and to allow […]
Inner city gateway revamp gains momentum in Johannesburg
The City of Johannesburg’s Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) Region F is ramping up its efforts to revitalise the inner city gateways, working alongside Jozi My Jozi and a range of stakeholders. This initiative is part of the wider JMJ Gateway Project, targeting 12 key entry and exit points for Johannesburg’s inner city. This week’s […]
Lindani awarded for groundbreaking resource-sharing app
Lindani Sikhakhane possesses a keen interest in innovation, pioneering ideas, and creativity, particularly within the realm of City libraries. As a librarian at Randburg Library, Lindani was recently honoured with an award for spearheading the implementation of an intelligent resource management app within the City of Johannesburg’s municipal departments. His innovative initiative secured recognition in the […]
Senior citizens celebrate rich legacy at Roodepoort Museum fun day
The Roodepoort Museum recently hosted senior citizens of Dobsonville whose lives are woven into the fabric of Roodepoort’s history, taking immense pride in their contributions to the town’s development. Within the museum’s warm embrace, surrounded by artefacts whispering tales of times gone by, the elders reminisced about their formative years in Roodepoort – a place […]
Joburg demands Eskom pay R3.4 billion in overcharges
The City of Johannesburg is dismayed by Eskom’s decision to resort to legal action in demanding payment of R1 billion while overlooking its own outstanding debt of R3.4 billion in overcharges accumulated over the years. The City believes that the financial obligations between City Power and Eskom should be treated equitably and in a balanced manner. […]
