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Welcome to Purely Local Jozi North!
Welcome to Purely Local Jozi North! We love to use this platform to celebrate local people, brands and businesses with heart, and aim to shine a light on community heroes and inspirational locals who do amazing things within Johannesburg. Join us as we explore our dynamic city to find the places and stories that make us all proud to call Jozi home. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
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LEGO magic – Brickfair 2025 comes to Menlyn Park
Join in the fun and build, compete or exhibit at Brickfair 2025 at Menlyn Park shopping centre in Pretoria.
Taj Hotels embarks on expansion in sub-Saharan Africa
Taj Hotels is embarking on a landmark expansion into sub-Saharan Africa, including luxury bush lodges in the Greater Kruger.
Learn about plant parenting at the Houghton Bonsai, Succulent & Plant Show
At the Houghton Bonsai, Succulent & Plant Show, visitors can explore a range of bonsais, succulents, and other plants while learning from experts.
Mahindra Fusion Fest – Music, fashion, art at Time Square
Tune in to the likes of Kamo Mphela, Sjava, Mi Casa, Cassper Nyovest and Zandile Mzazi at Mahindra Fusion Fest, plus there’s design and art.
Wits Theatre presents Pitso Ya Kalaneng – A Call to Theatre
Pitso Ya Kalaneng: A Call to Theatre aims to show the city what Wits theatre is made – the 2025 programme is packed to the rafters with exciting productions.
Your Support Makes all the Difference to People Living with Autism
The Jozi 4 Autism Walk 2024 is happening on Sunday, October 6, at Johannesburg Zoo. With the theme...
Art Meets Elegance at @Sandton Hotel
The Take a Stand sculpture exhibition, which is part of the Rooftop XI series by The Viewing Room...
Luxurious Kruger Untamed Satara Plains Camp experience
Kruger Untamed Satara Plains Camp features 30 fully serviced luxury canvas suites, each equipped with en-suite camp-style bathrooms.
YFM’S LYFE goes neon – lifestyle, fashion and entertainment
The likes of YFM’s Ayanda MVP, Crisp, Venom, KMAT, SUPTA, Fif Laaa, ZanD, Just Mo, Samba, Fae-Fae and Nia Brown bring the heat to the LYFE tour.
Day of food, fun at Rosebank Mall Spring Street Feast
The Rosebank Mall Spring Street Feast offers a day of fashion, food, beer on tap and many other festivities on Bath Avenue.
High-energy Amapiano at Sun City 2024 Piano Fest
The artist line-up at the Sun City’s 2024 Piano Fest includes acts like Major League, Kevin Momo, Focalistic and Young Stunna.
Art for Impact – Global Conference spotlights Artivism
The Global Artivism Conference in Tshwane is themed Artivism: Embracing Cultural Activism for a Safe and Just World.
Taste Makers series celebrates local gastronomy and mixology
The Taste Makers series showcases seven chefs, restaurateurs and mixologists who are shaping the future of South Africa’s food and beverage industry.
Say salute at the Woodlands 100Wines tasting event
A variety of gourmet food trucks will also be on-site at the Woodlands 100Wines tasting event which features a curated selection of South Africa’s finest wines.
Mhondoro partners with Chef Luke Dale Roberts
Mhondoro’s partnership with Chef Luke Dale Roberts at Welgevonden Game Reserve is set to raise the bar for safari cuisine.
Michael Jackson HIStory Show hits SA
Concert-goers in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban can experience performer Garth Field live in The Michael Jackson HIStory Show.
How to enter MultiChoice Talent Factory 2025
Make your mark in the TV & Film industry and enter MultiChoice Talent Factory 2025 – applicants from 13 African countries are welcome.
Lace up for Clearwater Mall 10km Race & 5km Fun Run
See you at the starting line of Clearwater Mall’s race and fun run – it’s a great event for families and fitness enthusiasts.
One Country Concert at Meropa Casino
The likes of Dr. Winnie Mashaba and Master KG appear on the One Country Concert bill at Meropa Casino, Robbie Wessels also features live.
S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition finalists
S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition chefs are ready to present themselves to the local jury, shaping the future of gastronomy.
Serenading the Untamed Wilderness Experience at Kruger
Kruger Untamed’s Tshokwane River Camp features an experience which blends wildlife encounters with luxury glamping and gourmet food and wine.
Glamorous Made for Beauty Fair at Hyde Park Corner
Go and indulge in all things beauty at the Made for Beauty fair – from skincare to makeup, haircare to fragrances, there’ll be plenty in the beauty category.
Entries open for the 2025 AVBOB Poetry Competition
Once again AVBOB is asking South Africans from all walks of life to submit their finest words for the AVBOB Poetry Competition.
Welcome to Purely Local Jozi North!
Welcome to Purely Local Jozi North! We love to use this platform to celebrate local people, brands and businesses with heart, and aim to shine a light on community heroes and inspirational locals who do amazing things within Johannesburg. Join us as we explore our dynamic city to find the places and stories that make us all proud to call Jozi home. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
Indigenous plant products at African Biotrade Festival and Organic and Natural Products Expo Africa
Explore Africa’s indigenous biological resources, discover product innovations and meet traditional knowledge holders at African Biotrade Festival and Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa.
Sustainable Hospitality Expo launches to meet surging demand for green tourism in Africa
The inaugural Sustainable Hospitality Expo will debut as a pivotal “show within a show” at the acclaimed Organic and Natural Products Expo Africa.
The Bateleurs launch Wings for the Wild auctions for Karoo and Kruger
Take advantage of two exclusive private fly-in safari getaways to support conservation in Southern Africa as The Bateleurs launch Wings for the Wild online auctions.
Kyalami Airbnb for horses & riders trials recycled stable tiles
The South Lawn Horse Hotel at Kyalami Equestrian Park is trialling a flooring system made from recycled radial truck tyres by Mathe Group.
Soweto hosts launch of 10 000 Champions youth empowerment movement
The 10 000 Champions initiative aims to develop 10 000 purpose-driven, digitally-skilled and economically active youth leaders by 2030.
Hidden Spaces – The Muffinz still rule the world!
Nalikhaya Mbana reviews a Muffinz gig at 86 on Public – the band made music that struck deep chords.
What to expect on a Bothongo WonderCave Tour – An Insider’s Guide
A visit to the Bothongo WonderCave is more than just a cave tour – it’s a step back in time, making it a rare opportunity to see Earth’s natural artistry in progress.
Hidden Spaces jazz night hits all the right notes at Kujenga gig
Kujenga headlined a Hidden Spaces show, performing their most loved tracks, including Abaphantsi, Hymn for Hani, Lesedi, and Remembrance.
Abigail Kubheka tribute in Van Toeka Af Living Legends Series
Vocalist Abigail Kubheka is part of a living archive – saxman Khaya Mahlangu directs a tribute dedicated to the singer.
Hidden Spaces – MODIKA’s set wasn’t just heard, it was felt
Nalikhaya Mbana comments that at Hidden Spaces, MODIKA stepped into his performance accompanied by an amazing band.