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JMPD intervenes in taxi parking and community water misuse concerns
Local newsResidents say taxis are parking illegally, using a community borehole and creating safety risks as JMPD promises ongoing enforcement.
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Greymont residents fear palm tree firebug after string of suspicious fires
Local newsResidents fear an arsonist is targeting palm trees, after a string of suspicious fires broke out across Greymont within days.
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Hursthill 2 reservoir completion delayed until 2027 as contractor payment issues persist
Local newsJohannesburg Water has confirmed fresh delays to the project, with payment issues and stalled construction extending the completion date to…
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Fairland residents fear unfinished gabions project collapse after contractors fail to return
Local newsResidents say no contractors have been on site, despite promises the Fairland gabions project would be completed by the end…
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Volunteers help restore damaged middle dam wall at Botanical Gardens
Local newsVolunteers, environmentalists, and scientists joined forces to restore the middle dam at the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens to help safeguard one…
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Ward 98 residents question refuse collection recovery
Local newsResidents report ongoing disruptions, raising health and safety concerns even after Pikitup declared backlogs cleared.
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Police recover unknown man from contaminated Melville stream following reported drowning
CrimeBrixton SAPS have confirmed that the incident took place, and have opened an inquest docket as investigations continue.
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Kaizer Chiefs triumph at Marks Park to win 2026 Engen Knockout Challenge title
Local sportThe Soweto giants' relentless pressing and possession-based football earned them a 2–0 victory over Kathorus Hyper Academy at Marks Park,…
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Clean & Green Group keeps Albertville Park beautiful, despite ongoing illegal dumping challenges
Local newsA dedicated group of volunteers proved that caring for Albertville Park is a year-round commitment, not just a Mandela Day…
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Palestinian culture takes centre stage at Emmarentia family market
Local newsThe three-day event featured food, crafts, workshops, and activities aimed at bringing communities together.
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Emmarentia exhibition takes visitors through history, culture, and life under conflict in Palestine
Local newsHistorical artefacts and interactive displays gave visitors insight into Palestinian culture, history, and everyday experiences.
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Johannesburg Water breaks silence over payment dispute at Hursthill reservoir construction
Local newsUpdateThe utility says payment challenges extend beyond one contractor as workers demand urgent action.
