City of Johannesburg, GP
Metropolitan Municipality in Gauteng
South Africa
City of Johannesburg, GP launched the inaugural Development Planning Forum engagement platform
The City of Johannesburg Development Planning Department launched the inaugural Development Planning Forum. This forum was designed as an engagement platform to allow the public and private sector to collaborate on strategic planning policies. The City of Johannesburg entered into an agreement with the South African Planning Institute allowing forum attendees to receive Continuing Professional Development points.
City of Johannesburg, GP
South Africa
City of Johannesburg, GP reactivated unpaid utilities for residents during the COVID-19 pandemic
The City of Johannesburg reactivated utilities for all residents who were cut off from water and lights due to nonpayment. This decision was made by the Executive Mayor in response to the COVID-19 State of National Disaster and the corresponding national lockdown. This action was meant to guarantee that residents have access to basic necessities during the pandemic. However, residents were encouraged to still make payments if possible so the City would continue to have financial resources.
City of Johannesburg, GP
South Africa