Local news
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Community march yields additional jobs for Kya Sands, Cosmo City, Douglasdale, and Bridgetown locals
Local newsUpdate26 more jobseekers have secured jobs after successful consistent peaceful marches in Diepsloot.
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Johannesburg Water blames city funding delay for outstanding Riverside View payments
Local newsConcerns over unpaid workers at the Riverside View project continue, with Johannesburg Water confirming a delayed contractor payment, but claims…
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No funding to tar Farmall roads, says JRA
Local newsUpdateDespite ongoing complaints from residents about deteriorating gravel roads, particularly during the rainy season, the Johannesburg Roads Agency says routine…
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City demolishes 2nd church in order to solve Diepsloot’s water crisis
Local newsHope for a lasting solution emerged as a second church was demolished to make way for repairs to Diepsloot’s damaged…
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Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo commits to maintenance at Rietfontein Nature Reserve
Local newsJohannesburg City Parks and Zoo says seasonal maintenance has been completed at Rietfontein Nature Reserve, with additional facility management issues…
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Shops torched and demolished during Diepsloot protest
Local newsSeveral shops were burnt and demolished as tensions escalated during a community protest in Diepsloot.
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Diepsloot traders pack up as shutdown march looms
Local newsThursday marches continue in Diepsloot, and street vendors fear that they might be targeted.
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Alternative access route for Fourways Gardens residents under review
Local newsWard 94 councillor David Foley says he is awaiting a decision from Johannesburg Roads Agency and City Parks on whether…
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Community leaders secure jobs for 10 men in push for employment
Local newsCommunity vows to return three times a week as leaders push for more jobs and demand further verification of employment…
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Witkoppen Primary School receives Mandela Day makeover through Fourways Crossing partnership
Community galleriesClassrooms were repainted, the school’s vegetable garden expanded, and new signage installed as local businesses came together to create a…
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Job seekers gather in Kya Sands as police engage leaders
Local newsThe community of Diepsloot demands jobs after allegations that some firms in Kya Sands are hiring foreigners.
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Community Hours collects donations for those in need
Local newsEvery blanket, book and bag of clothing donated this Mandela Weekend has the potential to change a life, as Community…
