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WELCOME to Joburg - the heartbeat of the country. It's the economic and cultural centre of South Africa, where people work hard and play harder.

Everyone is on the move, from doing business to hitting the city's nightspots until late. Joburg is a dynamic cosmopolitan city with great places to eat, interesting sites to visit and a good range of places to stay.

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Setting trends in politics, fashion, music, dance and language

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Visit the museum that follows the chronology of the build-up to 16 June 1976

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JTCFor more City tourism related information go to the Johannesburg Tourism website.

 
Colourful opening of council
SMART suits and traditional outfits filled the council chambers for the opening of council, which took place after a solemn wreath-laying ceremony.
Masondo has bold vision
THE executive mayor sees Johannesburg as a leading international city, and it seeks "to actively use the instrument of local government - the municipality - to improve the quality of life of all residents and citizens".
City Parks awards to be held
GREENING projects and conservation will be in the spotlight at the City Parks Environmental Awards, with a focus on energy efficiency.
City checks on Region D needs
VANDALISM, lack of maintenance and uncut grass are some of the challenges in Region D, as the City discovered on a visit to the area.
Sowetans discuss City plans
THE Regional Spatial Development Framework was up for discussion at a Region D open day, with scores of Sowetans commenting on their needs. Similar days are being held in other regions.

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