By Morapedi Sibeko • South Africa, like many countries around the world, is seeing a decline in birth rates.• The country’s fertility rate has dropped from an average of 2.78 children per woman in 2008 to 2.21 in 2025, according to Statistics South Africa.• Behind these numbers lie the economic and social realities shaping people’s…
TANA MALINGA A media briefing was held at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg. It was led by Gauteng MEC for Finance and Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, together with Bertie Grobbelaar, the CEO of Stadium Management South Africa (SMSA). MEC Maile gave an update on tourism in Gauteng. He spoke about how big events help bring visitors…
Dr Kashmal Kalan urges patients to prioritise health before surgery – and offers hope to those recovering from illness Hair loss is often viewed as a cosmetic concern, but emerging clinical insights confirm what many medical professionals have long understood: overall health is one of the most significant contributors to hair loss, and a crucial…
At a busy taxi rank on a windy afternoon, a young vendor offers her product – and something unexpected: a laminated QR code. “Scan here,” she tells a commuter, who takes out a phone and makes a quick payment. No coins exchanged, no app downloaded, and no traditional donation tin in sight. This quiet shift…
Joburg Market is proud to announce its achievement at the CIPS Africa Conference and Awards 2025. The event, themed “Connect & Engage”, brought together leading procurement and supply chain professionals from across the continent to share insights, celebrate innovation, and recognise excellence in the profession. This year’s conference tackled some of the most critical topics shaping the…
Elias Nkabinde Residents of Sydenham and surrounding areas can now enjoy a transformed, safer and more vibrant Hoy Park, thanks to a recent upgrade by the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) in partnership with Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ). Whether you are looking for a space to exercise, play, relax or simply take a stroll with family,…
Prudence Motsila In the spirit of honoring the legacy of Nelson Mandela, Infrastructure Development and Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) MEC Jacob Mamabolo led a major clean-up operation in the Gauteng Government Precinct in Johannesburg’s Central Business District (CBD) on 18 July 2025. The MEC was joined by City of Johannesburg Ward 123 Councillor…
City of Joburg is relentlessly prosecuting its #WarOnPotholes, a strategic municipal initiative aimed at restoring the integrity of road network and ensuring safer, smoother commutes for all residents. “Our dedicated teams are on the ground daily, diligently patching and repairing damaged infrastructure across Johannesburg. From critical arterial routes to local neighbourhood streets, we are committed to transforming…
The organisers of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES are thrilled to announce that the 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K has officially sold out – nearly a month ahead of race day – marking yet another significant milestone for this world-class series! An impressive 10 000 enthusiastic runners have secured their entries, all eager to be part of the…
On the 28 July, South Africa joined the global community in marking World Hepatitis Day 2025, which is observed annually to raise awareness of viral hepatitis and to call for urgent action to eliminate it as a public health threat. Under the theme “Let’s Break It Down,” this year’s campaign urged governments, healthcare systems, and…
