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South Africa has suspended funds for Johannesburg due to 'wasteful' spending. The city is among dozens of municipalities affected over alleged legal breaches.

Ivan Saltzman, who opened a pharmacy in Johannesburg with his wife in 1978, became a billionaire with a $1.3 billion fortune and is stepping back at age 75.

Johannesburg, South Africa, is positioned for a ratings upgrade from Moody’s Outlook. The city is exploring a path to improve its credit rating, as indicated by the financial services firm.

South Africa's major cities experienced peaceful anti-migrant protests, with the government deploying police and military resources to manage the demonstrations. However, the protests highlight underlying economic vulnerabilities, including 30% unemployment, rising food inflation, and a struggling informal retail sector. The government faces pressure to enforce mass deportations and workplace quotas as part of a rolling campaign by protest leaders.

Anti-migrant protests in South Africa blame foreigners for unemployment and high crime, marking the largest demonstrations since 2008. In May 2008, xenophobic riots began in Johannesburg and spread nationwide.

South African anti-migrant protesters have vowed weekly demonstrations targeting commercial hubs, demanding mass deportations and workplace quotas for undocumented migrants. The campaign, led by groups like March on March, follows months of xenophobic violence and economic tensions, with activists giving the government six months to enforce their demands.

Thousands of South African protesters marched against illegal immigration in Johannesburg on June 30, 2026, with authorities reporting mostly peaceful demonstrations despite some looting. Protest groups, including March and March and Operation Dudula, blamed migrants for unemployment and crime, while the government rejected their demands and emphasized lawful immigration enforcement.

Urban farming in Johannesburg is helping the city's poorest households address food insecurity and adapt to climate change. The practice, promoted as a solution to these challenges, now requires greater investment to scale its impact.

Thousands of police were deployed across South Africa to address large-scale anti-immigration protests that turned violent, resulting in at least four deaths and widespread looting. The protests, linked to a June 30 deadline for removing illegal migrants, involved clashes in multiple cities and were led in part by the 'March and March' group.

South Africa deployed police in multiple cities to manage protests against illegal immigration, as groups like March and March, Operation Dudula, and Progressive Forces demanded the immediate departure of undocumented migrants. The protests, which included traditional weapons and national flags, were met with government warnings against violence, while migrants from Zimbabwe and Malawi sought repatriation due to fears of attacks.

Thousands of people participated in anti-migrant protests across South Africa, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, and Cape Town, organized by the group March and March. A large police presence was deployed to prevent violence and intimidation during the demonstrations.

Fear is rising in Johannesburg's market due to an unofficial June 30 deadline set by anti-immigration groups for undocumented migrants to leave South Africa.

Crime Intelligence officer Feroz Khan has been shot in an incident police describe as an attempted assassination in Johannesburg. The attack occurred during the week he was scheduled to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, with multiple police teams investigating.

More than 2,000 undocumented Zimbabweans, including mothers and babies, are waiting for travel documents at a Home Affairs repatriation centre in Cape Town. Hundreds of Malawian nationals are also stranded outside their country's consulate in Johannesburg, seeking assistance to return home.

Johannesburg's financial situation has deteriorated to a critical level, reaching a breaking point as indicated by the title.

Johannesburg plans to hire 1,700 workers despite a budget crunch, according to a June 26, 2026 report by allAfrica.

The article discusses how Helen Zille in Johannesburg and the MK Party could be significant winners in South Africa's 2026 election. It highlights the focus on local government elections scheduled for 4 November, with analysis of potential political shifts.

Johannesburg has won a court battle regarding a water levy, as reported by allAfrica.

500 Malawians were stranded in Johannesburg after repatriation buses from Cape Town and Durban lacked permits, leading passengers to be dropped at the Malawian consulate in Sandton instead of being transported home.

Helen Zille, a veteran South African opposition politician, is running for mayor of Johannesburg, claiming she can halt the city's decay. The title refers to her as a divisive white candidate for the position in Africa’s richest city.

The BRICS Bank has lent South Africa $1 billion for urban development in cities. The loan was reported in a Bloomberg article featuring a photograph from Johannesburg.

A Namibian passenger bus was allegedly hijacked in Johannesburg on 9 June, leading to stranded passengers. The Independent Patriots for Change accused the Namibian government of failing to protect citizens in South Africa.

A mass shooting in Johannesburg's informal settlement killed 12 and injured 15, linked to organized crime gangs exploiting police failures and poor security in impoverished areas. South Africa's president deployed the army to combat crime, while police corruption and collusion with syndicates have led to arrests of senior officers.

The ANC is evaluating Frank Chikane, David Makhura, and Loyiso Masuku as potential candidates to challenge Helen Zille for control of Johannesburg. The decision aims to secure the city's future amid political competition.

South Africa's Johannesburg has introduced new tariffs increasing electricity by 8.6%, water by 12.5%, and sanitation by 11%, significantly affecting residents' expenses.

The World Cup begins with a Mexico vs South Africa match at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City at 4 pm BRT. This fixture mirrors the 2010 tournament opener in Johannesburg, noted as a sports coincidence.

Former Mr Malawi Tadeo Banda was among 12 people killed in a mass shooting in Johannesburg, South Africa. The incident has caused widespread grief in Malawi.

A mass shooting in Johannesburg's Cleveland suburb left 12 people dead and at least nine injured, with police attributing the attack to an armed gang linked to organized crime and illegal mining. The attackers, numbering at least 10, opened fire in an informal settlement before fleeing in a minibus, and no arrests have been made as investigations continue.

Twelve people were killed and nine wounded in a late-night mass shooting in an informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg, carried out by multiple suspects in a minibus. Police suspect organized crime gangs linked to illegal mining or other illicit activities, though the motive remains under investigation. No arrests have been made.

Twelve people were killed in a shooting spree at an illegal miners’ site near Johannesburg. The attack occurred in the impoverished Jumpers settlement, with police suspecting the motive is tied to illegal mining activities linked to organized crime.

Multiple attackers killed 12 people and wounded at least nine in a late-night mass shooting in Johannesburg, according to police. The suspects, believed to be over 10 individuals, arrived in a minibus and opened fire in an informal settlement in the Cleveland suburb. South Africa has experienced several recent high-profile mass shootings, including two in December.

Multiple attackers killed 12 people and wounded nine in a late-night mass shooting in Johannesburg, according to police reports. The incident occurred in the South African city and was confirmed by local authorities.

Multiple attackers killed 12 people and wounded 9 in a late-night mass shooting in Johannesburg's Cleveland suburb. The attackers, believed to be over 10 suspects, used a minibus to target an informal settlement, with police linking the incident to illegal mining activity. Victims included nine men and three women, and the motive remains unclear as authorities continue the investigation.

Multiple attackers killed 12 people and wounded at least nine in a late-night mass shooting in Johannesburg's Cleveland suburb. Police believe the suspects used a minibus and targeted an informal settlement linked to illegal mining activity. The motive remains unclear, and no arrests have been made.

Twelve people were killed in a mass shooting in Johannesburg. Police are conducting a manhunt for over 10 suspects linked to the attack on an informal settlement.

Multiple attackers killed 12 people and wounded at least nine others in a late-night mass shooting near Johannesburg, South Africa, according to police. The incident occurred in a South African city's outskirts.

Multiple attackers killed 12 people and wounded at least nine others in a late-night mass shooting near Johannesburg, South Africa, according to police. The incident occurred in a location close to the city, as reported by authorities.

A mass shooting near Johannesburg killed 12 people, with police pursuing multiple suspects. The incident underscores persistent violence in South Africa, which has some of the world's highest murder rates.

Johannesburg's city manager, Dr Floyd Brink, stated that rising revenue collections have stabilized the city's finances during a parliamentary session, despite municipal entities writing off R45bn in wasteful expenditure. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana threatened to withhold funding.

Twelve people were killed and nine injured in a mass shooting at an informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg, according to police. The incident occurred late on Tuesday.