South Africa: JSE Lists China-Focused Active ETF Under Panda Ticker
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has launched the first actively managed ETF in South Africa focused on Chinese markets, trading under the ticker PANDA.
South Africa: Missing Joburg Mayoral Chains and Sword Found - but Questions Remain
Some of the missing mayoral chains of Johannesburg have been found, but uncertainty lingers regarding the fate of the remaining items.
An Ocean of Gold Hidden Beneath the Earth! This City is Known as the 'Gold Capital'
Johannesburg, South Africa, is recognized as the 'Gold Capital of the World,' having extracted nearly 40% of the gold ever mined in history.
South African soldiers dismantle illegal mining activities near Johannesburg
South African soldiers have taken action against illegal gold mining operations near Johannesburg, forcing miners to abandon their activities and confiscating their equipment.
South Africa: Pretoria and Johannesburg Among World's Most Dangerous Cities
Pretoria and Johannesburg have been ranked as the second and fifth most dangerous cities in the world by Numbeo's 2026 Crime Index.
RMB Latitudes Art Fair Announces Nigeria Focus 2026
The RMB Latitudes Art Fair will spotlight Nigeria in its 2026 edition with events launching in Lagos and culminating in Johannesburg.
South Africa Deploys Army Against Gang Violence
South Africa is deploying armed soldiers in Johannesburg to combat escalating gang violence and organized crime, a situation deemed a major threat to the country's democracy and economic growth.
South Africa deploys troops in Johannesburg to tackle organized crime
South Africa has deployed soldiers to Johannesburg to assist in combatting organized crime and enhance public safety, following recent government plans to address gang violence.
South Africa: Mugabe's Son in Court for Bail Over Joburg Shooting - South African News Briefs - March 11, 2026
Bellarmine Mugabe, son of the late Zimbabwean president, appears in court seeking bail in relation to a Johannesburg shooting incident.
South Africa: a visit to a paradise park in the heart of Johannesburg
James Delaney has transformed a neglected park in Johannesburg into a thriving oasis over the past decade.
South Africa: City Moves to Appoint Agent for Long-Delayed Transport Centre
The City of Johannesburg is taking steps to appoint a managing agent for the long-delayed Johannesburg Transport Interchange Centre, which has been incomplete since its construction in 2021.
South Africa: Electricity Arrests Expose Deep-Seated Billing Corruption
Two suspects were arrested in Johannesburg for attempting to manipulate municipal electricity billing, highlighting ongoing corruption issues within the city's energy system.
Africa: Johannesburg's Dry Taps Threaten to Unravel Africa's Most Ambitious Water Plans
Johannesburg faces severe water shortages, jeopardizing both local residents and a continent-wide initiative to improve water access in Africa.
South Africa: Nine Dead in Joburg Building Collapse As City Says Construction Was Illegal
A building collapse in Johannesburg resulted in nine fatalities, with authorities indicating that the construction was unauthorized.
South Africa: Johannesburg's Water Crisis Clouds Africa's Bold New Water Vision
Johannesburg's water crisis poses a significant risk to both its residents and the broader African water strategy aimed at fostering prosperity.
South Africa: Deadly Ormonde Building Collapse - 'Structure Was Not Sound'
Johannesburg's mayor confirmed that a building collapse in Ormonde, resulting in nine deaths, was due to structural deficiencies and non-compliance with city building regulations.
South Africa: City Probes Fatal Ormonde Building Collapse - South African News Briefs - March 3, 2026
The City of Johannesburg is investigating a building collapse in Ormonde that resulted in the deaths of six workers.
South Africa: Johannesburg - Where Water Runs in the Streets, but Not in the Taps
In Johannesburg, nearly half of the city's water is lost to leaks, bursts, and illegal connections, prompting urgent infrastructure funding needs.
South Africa: Anthony Hamilton Gets Hero's Welcome in Joburg
Grammy-winning singer Anthony Hamilton received a warm welcome from fans upon his arrival in Johannesburg ahead of his concert in Durban.
South Africa: Dominant Wins for DA, IFP, ANC in Joburg, KZN and Limpopo Wards
In recent by-elections, the DA secured a significant victory in Johannesburg, while the IFP and ANC also won seats in KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo respectively.
South Africa: 80% of Joburg Trading Permits Uncollected - South African News Briefs - February 26, 2026
The City of Johannesburg reports that 80% of trading permits issued have not been collected, causing challenges for local traders who face eviction by authorities.
"A Passage for the Future": After Their Relay Medal, French Skiers are Already Hungry for the 2030 Olympics in France
Following their silver medal in relay at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, French skiers are setting their sights on the 2030 Olympics to be held in France.
South Africa: R760 Million Infrastructure Investment to Ease Water Woes
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced a R760 million infrastructure investment in Johannesburg aimed at resolving persistent water issues.
South Africa: Cash Crunch Blocks Joburg Water Fix
Johannesburg Water faces a severe financial crisis that hampers its ability to fix critical water infrastructure.
Zimbabwe: Chatunga Mugabe Faces Murder Charges
Chatunga Mugabe faces attempted murder charges in connection with a shooting at his Johannesburg home after a dispute escalated.
A Treasure is Emerging There... As Soon as This Rumor Spread, Hundreds of People Started Digging Fields
A rumor about gold being found near Johannesburg has led hundreds of people to dig in fields, reviving a long-abandoned mining area.
Mugabe's son appears in court over Johannesburg shooting
Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, son of Zimbabwe's late president Robert Mugabe, is facing attempted murder charges in South Africa following a shooting incident at his home.
Robert Mugabeโs son charged with attempted murder over Johannesburg shooting
Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the son of late Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting incident in Johannesburg.
South Africa: Cape Town, Joburg and Ekurhuleni Locked in Dispute With AG Over Municipal Audit Reports
Three major South African metros, Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Ekurhuleni, are embroiled in disputes with the Auditor-General over their 2024-25 audit reports.
Arrest of Former Zimbabwean President's Son in South Africa for Shooting Charges
The son of late Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, Bellarmine Mugabe, has been arrested in Johannesburg after a shooting incident that left a domestic worker severely injured.
Mugabe's son in custody after gardener shot at Johannesburg home
The youngest son of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe is in police custody following a shooting incident involving a gardener at their residence in Johannesburg.
Zimbabwe: Late Former President Mugabe's Son Chatunga Arrested in Johannesburg After Shooting Employee
Bellarmine Chatunga, son of the late Zimbabwean President Mugabe, has been arrested in Johannesburg after allegedly shooting an employee during a domestic dispute.
South Africa: Robert Mugabe's Son Arrested After Security Guard Shot in Hyde Park
Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, son of the late Zimbabwean president, was arrested for allegedly shooting a security guard during an argument in Johannesburg.
South Africa: City Power Boss Mashava Quits After 10 Years in the Job
City Power CEO Tshifularo Mashava has resigned after a decade of leadership at Johannesburg's electricity provider, citing a desire to pursue personal and professional goals.
South Africa: Invalid R263m Tanker Tender Rolls On As Joburg's Taps Run Dry
A controversial water tanker contract in Johannesburg persists despite a court ruling declaring it invalid, leaving residents increasingly reliant on private water tankers amid a municipal water crisis.
South Africa: What Is Antisemitism?
Two Johannesburg schools, Roedean and King David, are embroiled in controversy related to allegations of antisemitism following a boycott of a tennis match.
South Africa: Gauteng Braced for Wet and Stormy Weekend
Gauteng province, specifically Pretoria and Johannesburg, is expected to experience wet and stormy weather this weekend, with significant rainfall and thunderstorms forecasted.
South Africa: Ramaphosa Deploys Ministers Before SONA to 'Urgently' Tackle Joburg's Water Crisis
President Cyril Ramaphosa has redirected two ministers to address Johannesburg's severe water crisis ahead of his State of the Nation Address.
Johannesburg residents protest weeks of dry taps
Residents of Johannesburg are protesting due to nearly a month of water shortages, demanding immediate action from city authorities.
Life in the 'hijacked' buildings of Johannesburg: the consequences of the housing crisis suffocating the city
Johannesburg's housing crisis has led to the illegal occupation of residential buildings by informal networks, resulting in dire living conditions.
South Africa: 'Smell Me! I Haven't Had Water for 24 Days' Protester Tells Joburg Mayor
Residents in Johannesburg staged a protest demanding accountability and action regarding a persistent water crisis that has left them without water for 24 days.
South Africa: Joburg Working to Resolve Water Issues
Johannesburg's Mayor has announced efforts to address ongoing water supply challenges in the city through a comprehensive management program.
South Africa: New Exhibit Looks At Apartheid's Effect On Current-Day Joburg
A new exhibit at Museum Africa in Johannesburg examines the lasting impacts of apartheid on the city's spatial and economic landscape.
South Africa: New Exhibit Looks At Apartheid's Effect On Current-Day Joburg
A new exhibit at Museum Africa in Johannesburg explores the lasting impacts of apartheid's spatial planning on contemporary life in South Africa.
South Africa: Johannesburg Residents March Over Dry Taps - South African News Briefs - February 11, 2025
Residents across northern Johannesburg are planning to protest against ongoing water outages that have plagued their suburbs.
South Africa: Johannesburg Residents March Over Dry Taps - South African News Briefs - February 11, 2025
Residents in northern Johannesburg suburbs plan to protest due to ongoing water shortages that have left some families without water for nearly a month.
South Africa: Desperate Measures - Joburg Residents Pushed to the Brink After Days and Even Weeks Without Water
Residents in Johannesburg face a severe water crisis, with some neighborhoods experiencing outages of up to 23 days, impacting schools and local services significantly.
South Africa: Desperate Measures - Joburg Residents Pushed to the Brink After Days and Even Weeks Without Water
Residents in Johannesburg, South Africa, are facing severe water shortages, with some areas experiencing up to 23 days without water, impacting schools and daily life.
Nigerian Consulate Condemns Killing of National in South Africa
The Nigerian Consulate in Johannesburg has condemned the murder of Emeka Clement Uzor, a Nigerian citizen, in South Africa, raising concerns for the safety of Nigerians and foreign nationals in the region.
South Africa: 'People Are Already Living Day Zero,' WaterCAN Says As Joburg Taps Run Dry
Johannesburg residents are experiencing extreme water shortages, with some areas facing outages lasting nearly 20 days, prompting calls for a state of disaster declaration.