Every FAQ about visiting Johannesburg in 2025
As the economic and cultural hub of South Africa, visiting Johannesburg promises an exciting and unforgettable experience.
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Informal traders clash with activist groups outside Johannesburg court
Tensions flared on Friday as Johannesburg informal traders and activist groups gathered outside the High Court, protesting the City’s crackdown on unregistered vendors ahead of the G20 Summit.
Crime
Man linked to at least eight rape cases due to appear in court
A man believed to be behind a string of sexual assaults across Johannesburg is expected to appear before the Booysens Magistrate’s Court.
Crime
Parktown on tenterhooks after shootout leaves three dead
Three suspects were killed in a Parktown shooting after an exchange of gunfire with police and private security officers during an attempted interception.
Crime
Several victims killed in Westbury mass shooting: Here’s what we know
A Westbury mass shooting has left two people dead and six others wounded in Johannesburg.
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Suspended Kenny Kunene back in contention as Joburg’s next mayor
The Patriotic Alliance has named suspended deputy president Kenny Kunene as its mayoral candidate for Johannesburg, despite ongoing investigations into his ties with an alleged underworld figure.
Crime
Who is Umar Akbar? – ISIS cell arrested in Johannesburg has a checkered history
Alleged ISIS member Umar Akbar was arrested in Johannesburg with stolen goods, but his long history of terror-related cases in South Africa shows a pattern of arrests that never materialised into convictions.
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Fatal accident on N1 north disrupts Johannesburg traffic
A deadly N1 north accident involving a minibus taxi has caused major traffic delays in Johannesburg, with motorists urged to use alternative routes.
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Kenny Kunene resigns as Joburg councillor amid DJ Sumbody murder link
Kenny Kunene resigns as Johannesburg councillor after being linked to a suspect in DJ Sumbody’s murder.
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E-hailing services on tenterhooks in Johannesburg following shutdown
Uber and Bolt services in Johannesburg were brought to a halt on Tuesday as e-hailing drivers protested fare structures and commission rates.
Crime
Parents of Olorato Mongale murder suspect arrested: Here’s what we know
Police have arrested the parents of the main suspect in the Olorato Mongale murder case after they allegedly helped him evade arrest.
Crime
Olorato Mongale murder: Here’s what police know about the suspect
Olorato Mongale was killed after being picked up for a date; police are searching for a man known only as John, who may be linked to other murders in Johannesburg.
News
Bedfordview residents protest over widespread Joburg water outages
Bedfordview residents protest after going nine days without water, demanding answers from Rand Water amid ongoing supply issues across Johannesburg.
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Flash floods trigger no-go zones for these parts of Johannesburg
Flash floods have hit parts of Johannesburg, leading to bridge closures and a severe weather warning as emergency teams work to manage rising water levels.
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Joburg water supply expected to be fully restored in time for Christmas
This after planned and pre-announced water infrastructure maintenance conducted over the weekend left the residents of Johannesburg without water supply for some 86 hours.
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Rand Water completes 86-hour Johannesburg water maintenance
While Eikenhof resumed pumping late on Monday evening, the gradual recovery of reservoirs means some areas will continue to experience water outages in the short term.
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Prolonged water outages announced for parts of Johannesburg in December
Johannesburg faces water outages starting Friday, 13 December 2024 due to Rand Water maintenance. Areas like Soweto, Randburg, and Parktown will experience disruptions for up to 86 hours.
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Poison and R66m counterfeit goods seized at popular JHB CBD market
During the raid, law enforcement officials uncovered more than 190,000 counterfeit and illicit items.
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Johannesburg level 2 water restrictions could be implemented: Here’s what you must know
The City of Johannesburg region, in particular, will likely be struck the hardest by any aggressive intervention.
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City of Joburg clears the air on Eskom debt deadline
The City of Joburg’s debt to Eskom reportedly stands at almost R5 billion, with an additional R1.4 billion due by the end of November.
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Casual workers protest outside Joburg mayor’s office, demanding jobs
They also want feedback on the City’s recruitment processes.
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Walking Joburg’s biggest, baddest river: gold dust and gunk
Day 1 on the Klip River: Selby to Riverlea.
Viral
Watch: Dishevelled ex ‘Yizo Yizo’ star Sindi Majola spotted in Joburg streets [video]
Former Yizo Yizo star Sindi Majola was seen in a dishevelled state in Johannesburg, sharing her emotional story of losing everything.
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Gayton McKenzie reacts to Dada Morero’s plan to recruit foreign JMPD officers
The recently elected Johannesburg mayor suggested that the JMPD should recruit documented foreign nationals to address language barriers.
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M1 and M2 highway shutdown: Here are the latest updates
Mass action by City of Johannesburg employees has led to the complete closure of the M1 and M2 highways in Braamfontein and the Johannesburg CBD.
Crime
Midrand shootout update: Taxi war on the brink in Johannesburg
This recent incident in Midrand echoes a similar situation earlier this month in Soweto, where taxi owner Kwanele “MKZ” Makwanza was gunned down by unknown assailants.
Crime
Watch: Midrand home invasion caught on camera [video]
The footage shows three individuals carefully manoeuvring through the house, appearing to be well-coordinated and armed with handguns.
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City of Joburg to get new mayor after Kabelo Gwamanda exit
Gwamanda, who was the youngest mayor of Johannesburg, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead the city.
Events
Team SA homecoming: Here’s everything you must know
The homecoming event will take place at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
Viral
Braamfontein student residence goes up in flames: Here’s what we know [video]
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.