The City of Johannesburg’s commitment to participatory governance was on full display as residents from all 16 wards in Region E gathered at Marlboro Community Hall for a crucial Integrated Development Planning (IDP) engagement. The session drew a strong turnout, underscoring the community’s eagerness to shape the city’s development priorities and hold leadership accountable on service delivery. Chaired by…
A total of 44 individuals were arrested and charged in terms of Section 49(1) of the Immigration Act during a coordinated multi-agency operation conducted on Thursday (09/04/2026) at the Field and Study Recreation Centre in Region E. The arrests form part of a joint operation between the City of Johannesburg, the Department of Home Affairs,…
Tana Malinga A fresh wave of concern has gripped the community of Riverlea following a devastating fire at Riverlea Secondary School. Emergency services rushed to the scene as flames tore through parts of the school, leaving a trail of destruction. Several key facilities were affected, including classrooms, a laboratory, the library and storage areas. The…
Tana Malinga The Rand Show continues to evolve beyond entertainment, positioning itself as a powerful platform for service delivery and public engagement. At the heart of this offering is the Public Sector Hall, a dedicated space where key government institutions come together to assist thousands of attendees in one convenient location. This initiative reflects a…
The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation welcomes its newly appointed MEC Lebogang Maile following the changes to the executive as announced by Premier Panyaza Lesufi on 01 April 2026. MEC Lebogang Maile is not a stranger to the Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation portfolio after his successful incumbency from 2010 until 2014….
The City of Joburg Council, on Tuesday, 31 March 2026, tabled its draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP), Medium-Term Budget, and draft tariffs during a Council meeting held at the Conny Bapela Council Chambers in Braamfontein. The tabling of the draft IDP signals the start of a broad public participation process designed to ensure that residents’…
In football, there is no such thing as “just a friendly”, and Hugo Broos knows it. As Bafana Bafana stepped onto the pitch at a sold-out Cape Town Stadium, the message was clear: this was about far more than a result. Yes, the fixture carried a friendly label, but the stakes were real. Pride, momentum,…
Tana Malinga South Africa’s infrastructure future took centre stage as the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) convened a high-level two-day symposium in Sandton under the theme: “Engineering for Sustainable Development: Empowering Innovation, Inclusion and Impact.” This strategic forum brought together government leaders, industry experts, academia,…
The City of Johannesburg, through the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), has launched the development of a Business Case and Concept Plan for the Empire Perth Innovation District — and is inviting the public and stakeholders to help shape its future. The district is a bold initiative aimed at positioning Johannesburg as a leading hub for innovation, research,…
