The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Dada Morero, emphatically assures all runners, residents, sponsors, partners, and supporters that the 2025 AfricanBank Soweto Marathon — proudly branded as The People’s Race — will take place as planned on Saturday, 29 November 2025.

Despite recent unfounded speculation regarding the marathon’s status, we clearly state: there will be no disruption, no cancellation, and no threat to this iconic event. All operational plans, city logistics, safety deployments, and service-delivery preparations are confirmed and running on schedule. The Soweto Marathon is not just a sporting event; it is a historic and cultural touchstone for Johannesburg and South Africa. It embodies resilience, unity, and the unbreakable spirit of Soweto.

The City of Johannesburg’s MMC for Environment and Infrastructure Services has expressed deep concern over yet another misleading and politically opportunistic statement issued by the Democratic Alliance regarding the so-called “sweeping” of Joburg Water funds.

The DA has, for months, attempted to force City Power’s name into an issue that has absolutely nothing to do with the entity.

 The DA claimed that City Power has been receiving money allocated by the City for Joburg Water. This claim was initially made during the adjustment budget in March, then it was repeated during the water crisis commentary in September, revived again in October through a PAIA request, and has been rehashed the same claim this week. 

It is with profound sadness that the City of Johannesburg Department of Public Safety announces the passing of Mr David Tembe, Strategic Advisor to the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Public Safety, Dr Mgcini Tshwaku.

Mr Tembe, the former Chief of the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) and former MMC for Public Safety, was found unresponsive at his private residence yesterday.

 Pikitup will extend its Separation at Source (S@S) programme to gated communities within the Roodepoort Depot operational area from 24 November 2025. The rollout will cover townhouses, flats, estates, and other gated complexes in Constantia Kloof, Florida Hills, Florida Park, Honeydew, Ruimsig, Weltevreden Park, Wilgespruit, and Wilgeheuwel. 

Launched as a pilot in 2009 and later made compulsory in select high- and middle-income areas, the S@S programme aims to divert waste away from landfill sites, many of which have limited remaining capacity. By reducing waste to landfill, the initiative helps extend their lifespan, encourages households to recycle, and supports job creation in the circular economy. 

The City of Johannesburg proudly announces the launch of the Homecoming exhibition, a landmark cultural event forming part of the G20 Summit program.

This exhibition celebrates the return of 145 artworks from the Johannesburg Art Gallery (JAG) after an extensive international tour and marks a historic partnership between Standard Bank Gallery and JAG.

 The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) is poised to host one of the most significant global gatherings, the G20 Summit, which will take place at the NASREC precinct from 22 to 23 November 2025. This milestone event marks South Africa’s tenure as G20 chair and underscores the CoJ’s reputation as the country’s economic hub and a vital corridor for business across Africa. 

The build-up to the summit has been characterised by a series of impactful side and parallel events designed to foster inclusive dialogue and collaboration. Among these were the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Conference held in July 2025, as well as U20 and B20 engagements, which brought together urban leaders, business communities, citizens, and youth. These initiatives reflect the city and South Africa’s commitment to addressing global challenges through multi-stakeholder participation. 

The Global Fund’s Eighth Replenishment Summit, hosted by His Excellency Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, and The Right Honourable Sir Keir Starmer MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, will take place on Friday, 21 November 2025, alongside the G20 Leaders’ Summit.

Co-hosted in partnership with the Global Fund, the Summit represents a critical opportunity to mobilise global donor support to end HIV and AIDS, tuberculosis (TB), and malaria. As the world’s largest financier of programs focused on preventing, treating and caring for people affected by these diseases, the Global Fund plays a central role in driving global health impact in countries across the world. This year’s Summit is expected to galvanise bold commitments, accelerate action and strengthen partnerships across regions and sectors.

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Transport Department, is currently developing an E-Hailing Management Policy for the City. This policy will guide the management of E-Hailing services as well as Scooter Delivery Services. It will focus on the following key nodes to inform the city-wide policy: Sandton CBD, Rosebank CBD, Randburg CBD, Inner City Core, Soweto (around Maponya Mall and Jabulani Mall), Cresta Mall and Mall of the South.

 The Executive Mayor of Johannesburg, Cllr Dada Morero, will on Thursday, 20 November 2025, lead a special preview launch of the Homecoming Exhibition, a landmark cultural showcase forming part of the official G20 Summit Cultural Programme. 

The Homecoming Exhibition celebrates the return of 145 artworks from the Johannesburg Art Gallery (JAG) following an extensive international tour. It also marks a significant partnership between the Standard Bank Gallery and JAG, ensuring that Johannesburg residents continue to experience the city’s world-renowned collection during the gallery’s refurbishment.