General

Remember pets on Guy Fawkes

MOST people love a good fireworks display; the same cannot be said for animals, which are often traumatised by the loud explosions.

Bright herald of rainy days

THERE is a halo around the sun above Johannesburg, which often means that there is some wet weather on the way.

City honours show jumper

THE City has feted the renowned show jumper Enos Mafokate at the equestrian centre he founded in Soweto, where children, both able-bodied and disabled, learn to ride.

Toy Run roars back to town

DESTITUTE children can expect a brighter festive season, with tens of thousands of bikers expected to take part in this year’s Toy Run for charity.

Knowledge champs welcomed

THE culture of learning is expected to be boosted following the creation of a Knowledge Management Champions’ Forum.
* Neighbours share know-how 

Neighbours share know-how

VISITORS from Ekurhuleni metro spent the day in Joburg, and came away most impressed by its first class transport system.

Prepare to be counted

THE third census of South Africans will be carried out in 2011, giving the government necessary information for planning and development.

Auction raises funds for charity

A PAINTING by Scats Esterhuyse was sold to raise funds for the KidneyBeanz Trust, which helps children with kidney disease and their families.

Joburgers generally upbeat

SATISFACTION levels in Joburg are stabilising, with the population generally happy with the City, finds the latest Customer Satisfaction Survey.

Hard work marks Gandhi birthday

AN old age home was cleaned, trees were planted, a daycare centre was painted and toys handed out in celebration of Gandhi’s birthday.

Joburg Pride turns 21

TRAFFIC came to a standstill as the Pride procession passed through Rosebank, followed by celebrations for the rest of the day and evening.

Gauteng, Bavaria sign accord

GROWTH and development are the aim of a memorandum of understanding signed between the province and the German state.

Lifeline has growth plans

EXPANDING its presence in the inner city and other areas, and offering succour to more people, are on Lifeline’s wish list.

Parade, party with Pride

FLOATS and flamboyance will be out and about in Rosebank again, as the Joburg Pride Parade takes to the streets.

Time to file tax returns

THE deadline for postal returns is the last working day of September; efiling gets more time, but either way, Sars is calling taxpayers to file their papers early.

Salga talks human resources

LOCAL governments met to discuss the management of human resources, labour issues and service delivery challenges.

Stadium impresses visitors

A GROUP from Matatiele were in Johannesburg to see where the two local governments could benefit from each other’s expertise.

US evangelists hold court

TWO renowned American evangelist bishops will be speaking at It's Your Time, a spiritual and inspirational convention. Gospel musicians will perform.

Anti-apartheid fight explored

THE global movement against apartheid is the subject of a documentary, Have You Heard From Johannesburg, to be aired on SABC2.

A Happy Secretary's Day to City administrators

CITY manager Mavela Dlamini wishes a happy Secretary's Day to all City secretaries and administrative professionals. As a token of gratitude all secretaries employed by the city are asked to visit the City Manager's office on Friday, 3 September to collect a gift.
* Read the City Manager's message