General

EMS assesses flood damage

THE emergency management services is always on standby to help, but there are actions people can take to stay safe, residents hear.

City Power not responsible for child's death

AN investigation by the electricity utility has found that it is not to blame for the electrocution of a toddler in a home in Bezuidenhout Valley.

More flooding is likely

MORE floods could be on the cards for Johannesburg this year as southern Africa is battered by the effects of the La Niña weather pattern.

Is your pet missing? Contact the SPCA

THIS year, as in every year, record numbers of pets injured or have run away in terror from festive season fireworks flood into animal shelters.

Jozi gets the party started

THE streets of downtown Joburg were a riot of colour and music as the annual Carnival started the New Year celebrations spectacular fashion.

What’s the buzz?

A UNIQUELY local object has topped the list of buzzwords for 2010 – the vuvuzela took centre stage in the international lexicon of the year.

It’s my Jozi!

JOIN in the New Year’s Eve parade through the streets of Jozi. It’s going to be spectacular.

Grab a bite in downtown Jozi

FOR just R25 you can get a steaming plate of food and some good conversation at any time of the working day at one of Joburg’s tent restaurants.

Help needed for flood victims

THE City has called on companies and individuals to help people hit by the recent floods by donating food, clothing and other supplies.
* Flood victims tell of terror

Flood victims tell of terror

THE mayor and other officials visited flood-hit areas of Joburg to witness first hand the damage caused by the rain. They listened to people's stories of fear and survival.

It has been an excellent year

FROM the spectacular World Cup to awards from the United Nations and other international bodies, Joburg has indeed done itself proud in 2010.

Flood damage in Joburg

AREAS in Soweto and to the north of the city have been flooded, with more than a thousand people affected by the rising water.

State changes energy plans

A STRATEGY to set up Regional Electricity Distributors, on the agenda since 2001, to take over energy distribution from municipalities, has been cancelled.

Santas try to break record

THEY may not have broken the record for the most Santas in one place, but Wheels for Christmas topped up the festive spirit and raised cash for charity.

Joburg is still tops

THERE is a lot to celebrate in Joburg as the City winds up the year. The newest feather in its cap is its top ranking in the Municipal Productivity Index.