Tag: Johannesburg
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ANC to address Joburg mayor crisis and no-confidence fallout
ANC to discuss the Joburg mayor crisis and no-confidence fallout The African National Congress national office bearers are convening a crucial meeting to map out a response to the ongoing Joburg region crisis, sparked by a recent no-confidence motion against executive mayor Dada Morero. The gathering aims to chart a unified strategy that reassures residents…
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ANC leadership to convene on Joburg mayor crisis and no-confidence fallout
ANC leadership to meet on Joburg crisis and no-confidence fallout The ANC’s national leadership is set to assemble on short notice to discuss the ongoing turmoil surrounding the Johannesburg region, where a motion of no confidence against executive mayor Dada Morero sparked a fresh bout of intraparty tension. The meeting aims to chart a path…
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ANC Leaders to Meet Over Joburg Mayor Crisis and No-Confidence Fallout
Overview: ANC to Convene on the Joburg Mayor Crisis The ANC national office bearers are scheduled to meet tomorrow to map out the party’s response to the dramatic upheaval surrounding the Johannesburg metropolitan leadership. The gathering comes after a motion of no confidence against executive mayor Dada Morero was narrowly averted in Thursday’s council meeting,…
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Springbok Women Host USA in Historic Test Series
Historic moment for South African women’s rugby The Springbok Women are set to write a new chapter in South African rugby history as they prepare to host the United States in a landmark Test series. The two-match series, scheduled for Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday, 4 July, and Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday,…
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M1 Highway Closure After Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Glenhove in Johannesburg
Major incident shuts down M1 Northbound at Glenhove The M1 Northbound is completely closed near the Glenhove Road off-ramp in Houghton Estate following a horrific multi-vehicle crash. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) and emergency services are on the scene, and officers have instituted a closure to protect responders and conduct a careful investigation. What…
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M1 Northbound Closed After Horrific Multi-Vehicle Crash in Houghton Estate
Multi-Vehicle Collision Shuts Down M1 Northbound in Houghton Estate A major traffic disruption occurred on the M1 Northbound before the Glenhove Road off-ramp in Houghton Estate on Sunday morning, 4 January 2026. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) and emergency services were summoned to the scene following reports of a severe, multi-vehicle collision. What Happened…
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M1 Northbound Closure After Horrific Multi-Vehicle Crash at Glenhove, Johannesburg
Overview of the incident Emergency services responded to a major multi-vehicle crash on the M1 Northbound before the Glenhove Road off-ramp in Houghton Estate on Sunday morning, 4 January 2026. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) confirmed that the highway was completely closed in the affected direction as responders worked to secure the scene and…
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Africa’s Cleanest Cities Revealed: A Tough Verdict for South Africa’s Metros
Introduction: A verdict that stings for South Africa When rankings crown the cleanest cities on the continent, expectations often rise along with curiosity about everyday lived experience. A recent release based on data from a leading study of Africa’s urban allure—The 30 Most Attractive African Cities—has delivered a verdict that many South Africans might find…
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Africa’s Cleanest Cities Revealed: A Tough Verdict for South Africa’s metros
Introduction: A scrutinizing verdict on Africa’s urban cleanliness New rankings on Africa’s cleanest cities have sparked debate across the continent. Based on data from the study The 30 Most Attractive African Cities, compiled by a leading research outlet, the latest release reveals mixed fortunes for South Africa’s largest cities. Cape Town and Johannesburg, long considered…
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Africa’s Cleanest Cities Revealed: South Africa Faces a Harsh Verdict
Introduction: A wake-up call for Africa’s urban cleanliness New rankings based on The 30 Most Attractive African Cities dataset have put a spotlight on the continent’s urban environments. While several African cities have made strides in sanitation, waste management, and public spaces, the latest results deliver a blunt verdict from everyday residents. In particular, South…