Johannesburg moves fast and things change by the hour. From business deals in Sandton to street festivals in Maboneng, this tag collects the stories you need to plan your day.
You will find breaking news, traffic and power outage alerts, court and politics updates, sports results, event guides and short explainers that keep things clear. If a protest closes a road or a big football match is on, this tag shows what changed, when and how it affects you.
We cover neighbourhoods across the city: Sandton, Rosebank, Braamfontein, Soweto, Maboneng and Fourways get regular attention. Expect venue notes for FNB Stadium and other big arenas, market roundups for Neighbourgoods and Market on Main, plus nightlife and cultural picks.
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Business readers get local market moves, property notes and major corporate news from Johannesburg’s financial district. We flag job announcements and policy changes that affect commuters and small businesses in Gauteng.
Transit tips are practical: check Gautrain service updates, Rea Vaya notices and minibus taxi strikes before you travel. We report on road closures and major repairs so you can choose the best route or time to leave.
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ActionSA has strongly opposed Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero's suggestion to hire documented foreign nationals in the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD). Morero aimed to address language barriers in combating crime, but his proposal faced significant resistance. ActionSA and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi stressed the need for South African citizens in law enforcement roles.
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