Every journey through Johannesburg should be one that everyone can take — confidently, independently, and safely. Yet for many people with disabilities, everyday travel remains a challenge. As South Africa marks Disability Rights Awareness Month from 3 November to 3 December, the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) reaffirms its commitment to building a truly inclusive city through the...

The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Community Development, through its Library and Information Services, in partnership with the Library and Information Association of SA, hosted the second annual South African Digital Literacy Day at the Brixton Multipurpose Hall in Mayfair West on Thursday, 23 October 2025. The vibrant event brought together pupils, parents, community members,...

The City of Johannesburg’s Library and Information Services (LIS), under the Community Development Directorate, celebrated young readers’ passion for books at the 2025 Story Skirmish and Battle of the Books Final and Prize-Giving ceremony, held over two days at Emmarentia Dam. The competitions brought together pupils aged 9 to 11 from primary schools across Johannesburg’s...

The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) is bringing together councillors and key stakeholders for a major Councillors’ Imbizo and stakeholder engagement focused on the fight against substance abuse and improving service delivery. The event will take place on Friday, 24 October 2025, at the Alberton Civic Centre in Johannesburg, starting at 08h30. This gathering forms part...

The Joburg Market has noted with concern an article published by IOL on 20 October 2025, which contained serious inaccuracies and misleading conclusions. The publication failed to grant the Joburg Market a right of reply and did not verify the facts regarding an ongoing court matter. The case in question remains before court and has not been...

Tana Malinga The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Economic Development (DED), in partnership with ICLEI Africa and the South African Local Government Association (SALGA), hosted the CiBiX Workshop last Friday at the Magals Training Academy. This workshop, part of the global UrbanShift programme, aims to bring the City and private businesses together to find smart,...

Electronic waste is piling up faster than ever, with this growing problem lies a powerful opportunity. In Gauteng, where digital technology is expanding rapidly, government and partners are working together to turn old electronics into new chances for jobs, innovation, and sustainability. A recent gathering of key stakeholders set the stage for a greener digital...

The Gauteng Department of e-Government will host a two-day e-Waste Conference on Thursday, 09 October and Friday, 10 October 2025 at Thabo Eco Hotel in Klipriviersberg, Johannesburg. This conference aims to create a collaborative platform for consultation with key stakeholders including Gauteng Provincial Government departments, municipalities, higher education institutions and the private sector active in the green...

Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Health and Wellness joins the nation in marking October as Mental Health Awareness Month, with deep concern for the growing mental health challenges affecting individuals, families, and communities. South Africa continues to face high rates of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicide, especially among young people. Yet, too many...