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Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa and the provincial capital of Gauteng. With a population of more than five-million people in its metropolitan area, it is the country's economic hub and financial centre. The city is often referred to as Joburg, Jozi or eGoli. Johannesburg is not a national or legislative capital but serves as the commercial heart of South Africa, generating a significant portion of the country's gross domestic product. The city is home to the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, the largest bourse on the African continent, and hosts the headquarters of most major South African companies and banks. Key industries include finance, professional services, mining services, manufacturing and telecommunications. Johannesburg developed rapidly following the discovery of gold on the Witwatersrand in 1886, transforming from a mining camp into a major metropolis within decades. The city's infrastructure includes OR Tambo International Airport, Africa's busiest airport, and an extensive road and rail network. Johannesburg remains central to South Africa's economy and is a focal point for investment, commerce and urban development across the region.

Johannesburg News


Business Unity South Africa president Mxolisi Mgojo
Mining industry focused on creating sustainable State capacity to drive development, Joburg Indaba hears
7th October 2026 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's mining industry, which has developed infrastructure to support mines and their surrounding communities, is working with government to ensure the civil service is reformed into a... 


Africa’s Rail Future Takes Centre Stage at SARA Rail 2026
7th October 2026

The future of Africa’s railway sector will come under the spotlight in Johannesburg this October as industry leaders gather for the 15th Annual SARA Rail Conference and Exhibition. Taking place... 


Transport Month Focus On The Supply Chain Professionals Who Keep Goods, Businesses And The Economy Moving
Transport Month Focus On The Supply Chain Professionals Who Keep Goods, Businesses And The Economy Moving
6th October 2026

Addressing the country’s supply chain skills deficit is becoming increasingly critical as the sector responds to infrastructure constraints, private-sector participation, digitalisation, automation... 


Three years of arrest data show why road safety needs more than October
5th October 2026

Between 2023 and 2025, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) recorded 26,578 arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol, an average of roughly one arrest per hour across... 


South Africa’s water challenges are reshaping how businesses plan for resilience
5th October 2026

South Africa’s water landscape is entering a critical period. Ageing infrastructure, increasing supply disruptions and pressure on municipal water systems are forcing businesses to reassess how... 


Rising power costs put energy strategy at the centre of industrial competitiveness
5th October 2026

The cost of electricity is no longer only an energy issue for South African businesses. It is increasingly a question of competitiveness, investment and long-term operational resilience. Recent... 


Load shedding has eased. Now South Africa faces its next industrial energy test
5th October 2026

South Africa’s energy conversation is changing. With Eskom recording more than 400 consecutive days without load shedding, the focus for energy-intensive businesses is shifting from simply securing... 


South Africa’s energy market is changing – and businesses need a new strategy
5th October 2026

Rising electricity costs, market reform, wheeling and battery storage are putting energy decisions at the centre of industrial competitiveness Johannesburg, South Africa – August 2026 – South... 


A graph showing the share performance of Sasol
Sasol tops emerging market peers on oil-from-coal bonanza
5th October 2026 By: Bloomberg

This year’s oil price rally has produced one clear winner: South Africa’s Sasol is the top-performing emerging-market stock outside Asia and many analysts are betting its bull run has further to... 


Increasing the number of PPP in South Africa
5th October 2026

South Africa has significant experience with PPPs, but the pace of new transactions have been limited.  According to National Treasury, 35 PPP projects have been completed in South Africa since the... 


South Africa’s technical talent takes centre stage at National Skills Competition
South Africa’s technical talent takes centre stage at National Skills Competition
5th October 2026

South Africa’s future is being built by skilled young hands, and technical excellence deserves the same celebration as academic success. This was the message at the 2026 National Skills Final... 


Manganese symbol
Research, innovation key to unlocking greater critical minerals value, conference hears
2nd October 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Greater investment in research, innovation and collaboration by academia and industry is needed to unlock more value from Africa’s critical mineral resources, Stellenbosch University chemical... 


Increasing the number of PPP in South Africa
2nd October 2026

South Africa has significant experience with PPPs, but the pace of new transactions have been limited.  According to National Treasury, 35 PPP projects have been completed in South Africa since the... 


 Keeping road projects on track
Keeping road projects on track
2nd October 2026

South Africa has an estimated 750 000 km road network, making road construction and maintenance a major infrastructure undertaking. However, a road project can be priced to make a margin and still... 


Image of bearings before and after remanufacture
Remanufacturing services salvage inventory
2nd October 2026

SKF’s specialist Bearing Remanufacturing (Reman) Centre says it has helped a leading bulk materials handling equipment original-equipment manufacturer to salvage inventory that would otherwise have... 


Rogan Davies, CEO of  Rhino Energy Holdings
Rogan Davies
2nd October 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Rogan Davies, CEO of Rhino Energy Holdings, a solar engineering, procurement, construction and maintenance provider 


A Mintek researcher
Mintek roundtable highlights need to bridge research, industry gap
30th September 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa needs stronger collaboration between researchers, industry, government and other stakeholders to ensure scientific research is translated into commercially viable solutions for the... 


From boardroom to show floor: Automechanika Johannesburg 2026 is where South Africa's automotive conversation turns into business
From boardroom to show floor: Automechanika Johannesburg 2026 is where South Africa's automotive conversation turns into business
30th September 2026

After industry leaders set the agenda in Cape Town, the aftermarket meets in Johannesburg from 27 to 29 October 2026 to make it happen. Investment, policy and affordability dominated the discussion... 


Wits Cultural Precinct to breathe new life into Jozi
29th September 2026

Major gift from Wits alumnus Chris Seabrooke will help fund R341 million arts, culture and lifestyle precinct that will connect Wits to the City.  Wits University is proud to announce the... 


South Africa's A2X complementary stock exchange.
South Africa’s complementary A2X exchange attracts another mining listing
29th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The ordinary shares of precious metals mining company Sibanye-Stillwater have been approved for inclusion in the list of qualifying equity securities to be traded on South Africa’s complementary... 


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