Local news
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Horwoods Farm Family Market kicks off 2026 with food, music and crafts
Local newsCommunity members of all ages enjoyed the first Horwoods Farm Family Market of the year on February 1, featuring food,…
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Alcohol regulations set to be strengthened to reduce crime and accidents
Local newsPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has announced plans to strengthen alcohol controls across South Africa to curb road accidents, crime and social…
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Bedfordview Night Market returns with local food and crafts
Local newsWith a variety of vendors offering gourmet food and handcrafted goods, the event had something for all, young and old.
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Gauteng scholar transport to fully resume from February 16
Local newsThe Gauteng Department of Education says services will normalise after resolving outstanding payment and verification issues with transport operators.
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Local businesses invited to join new Ekurhuleni darts league
Local newsThe Ekurhuleni East Darts Association launches a Business Darts League combining sport and networking.
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Gauteng launches water operations centre to stabilise supply
Local newsThe provincial government establishes an intergovernmental centre to co-ordinate responses and prevent water disruptions.
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Bedfordview resident praises DEMS for swift response to lightning fire
Local newsFollowing a lightning-induced fire in Bedfordview, emergency officials have reiterated safety tips to reduce the risk of injury and property…
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Edenvale pedestrian suffers severe ankle injury after falling into unmarked hole
Local newsAn Edenvale resident dislocated and broke his ankle after falling into a metre-deep unmarked hole on Herman Street, raising concerns…
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Water safety alert: Six drownings reported in Johannesburg this week
Local newsDivers from Johannesburg Water Policing recovered six bodies in rivers and pools between February 3 and 5, prompting officials to…
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New general manager brings passion for palliative care to East Rand organisation
Local newsAndrea Nazam has been appointed general manager of East Rand Palliative Care, bringing a deep commitment to compassionate care shaped…
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Ekurhuleni residents invited to nominate local heroes for community awards
Local newsThe Martins Seed Foundation has opened nominations for the Lerato Martins Community Development Awards, celebrating individuals and organisations making a…
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Bedfordview climate activist appointed to Presidential Climate Commission
Local newsPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Catherine Constantinides to the Presidential Climate Commission, which advises government on climate change and a…
