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  • Cobras, Badgers Keep Dream Alive

    Johannesburg: YesPlay Cobras held on to fourth place on the Super 8s table in the YesPlay Pro20 Cup, with a 9-run win over favourites DP World Lions on Saturday night to keep alive their dreams of a semi-final berth. Cobras had to win at home with Garden Route Badgers breathing down their necks, but faced…

    9 November 2026
  • Gauteng Police Arrest 300 Suspects

    GAUTENG – Gauteng Police have arrested 300 suspect for various crimes across the five provincial districts during the multidisciplinary operation Festive Season High Density from Saturday, 7 November 2026 to Sunday, 8 November 2026. The operation Festive Season High Density involves different security stakeholders such as the South African Police Service (SAPS), Department of Home…

    9 November 2026
  • Window Art Publishes Three Window Film Guides for Homes, Shopfronts and Professional Practices

    Window Art’s three new guides show homeowners and businesses in Cape Town and Gauteng how tinting, vinyl frosting and contra-vision balance comfort, privacy and branding. CAPE TOWN / GAUTENG, South Africa — Window Art has released three new articles that look at what glass can do for the people behind it. Each one tackles a…

    9 November 2026
  • Eco Smart Pest Control Shows Johannesburg Property Owners How to Get Effective Pest Control Without Compromising Eco Values

    Eco Smart Pest Control’s new guide helps Johannesburg homeowners and businesses tell genuinely sustainable pest management from marketing claims, without compromising on results. JOHANNESBURG, South Africa: Eco Smart Pest Control has published a new guide on a problem many eco-conscious property owners quietly wrestle with. How do you get rid of pests without bringing harsh…

    9 November 2026
  • Tladi, Jacobs Set for Boxer Super Run Joburg Debut

    The Boxer Super Run Joburg is set to deliver an action-packed day of 5km racing on Sunday, 15 November 2026, with Boxer Athletics Club once again fielding a strong contingent of top runners. Among those targeting the coveted Boxer Super Run Champion titles will be Modupe Tladi and Kyla Jacobs. Making his Boxer Super Run…

    9 November 2026
  • Kevin Lerena Wins WBC International Cruiserweight Title on His Return to the Division

    A tenth-round knockdown capped Kevin Lerena’s return to cruiserweight in Sandton, where three stoppages earned fighters a combined R65 000 in Knockout Clock bonuses. With less than a minute left in the tenth round, Kevin “Two Guns” Lerena sent Scott Forrest to the canvas. Forrest got back to his feet and made it to the…

    9 November 2026
  • 16-year- old Suspect Arrested

    PARKTOWN – Gauteng Anti-Gang Unit in collaboration with the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members have arrested a 16-year- old male suspect in possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition during stop and search operations in Westbury on 7 November 2026. Preliminary investigations revealed that the firearm belonged to his grandfather and that the…

    9 November 2026
  • DA Retains Midvaal

    Statement by Ald Peter Teixeira – DA Midvaal Mayor-elect: The DA thanks Midvaal residents for placing their confidence in us once more and choosing the DA for five more years. Thousands of Midvaal residents showed up to cast their votes and support progress under a DA-led administration, and the results speak for themselves. We lead…

    7 November 2026
  • Two Suspects Fatally Shot

    PARKTOWN – Earlier this morning, 7 November 2026, the Gauteng SAPS Tactical Response Team (TRT) received information from the Free State TRT about suspects allegedly involved in a cash-in-transit robbery in Virginia, Free State, on 6 November 2026. The suspects were reportedly travelling in the direction of Soweto. Gauteng TRT members provided backup and subsequently…

    7 November 2026
  • Police Seize 240kg of Dagga in Sinoville

    GAUTENG – A suspect was arrested and 240 kilograms of dagga, with an estimated street value of R960 000-00 were seized following a high-speed pursuit involving SAPS members from Sinoville and private security personnel on Saturday morning, 7 November 2026. At approximately 05:15, SAPS members who were conducting crime prevention patrols along Sefako Makgatho Drive,…

    7 November 2026
  • A Pool of Delight Surrounded by Excellence

    Table of Contents Let’s get one thing straight here: My background and schooling worked heavily against my ever really getting to grips with dance as an art form. Think rugger bugger, boys only upbringing in a house whose father was a successful electrical contractor working with his hands and you get the picture. After a…

    7 November 2026
  • Author Mercia Scharneck Invites Readers to Rediscover the Purpose God Has for Their Lives

    South African author’s personal journey of transformation inspires a message about identity, renewing the mind and discovering that purpose begins with God. JOHANNESBURG: What shapes the way we see ourselves, the choices we make and the lives we lead? For South African author Mercia Scharneck, the answer begins with what we believe – and whether…

    7 November 2026
  • The go-to local manufacturer of investment castings customers can ‘Rely’ on

    Rely Precision Castings, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest investment casting foundry from a capabilities and product range perspective, is integral to re-industrialisation and localisation. This powerhouse and veteran of South African manufacturing has the capability to produce rapid prototyping using additive engineering: casting a vast range of components and products out of complex alloys in small…

    6 November 2026
  • Audi RS 5 Pricing

    Johannesburg: Audi South Africa introduces the all-new Audi RS 5, marking a significant milestone for the brand with its first high-performance plug-in hybrid. Combining the distinctive character of a twin-turbocharged V6 with the immediate response of electric power, the RS 5 represents a bold expression of Vorsprung durch Technik, where electrification is engineered to elevate…

    6 November 2026
  • South African Artist MARTHINUS Releases Debut Single

    PRETORIA: South African independent singer-songwriter MARTHINUS (Marthinus Nel) has released his debut single, “i miss us not trying”, an indie rock and pop-punk inspired song about love, distance and missing the simpler moments in a relationship. The song was inspired by the challenges of long-distance relationships, particularly how distance can make even the smallest things…

    6 November 2026
  • MARTHINUS Releases Heartfelt Debut ‘i miss us not trying’

    PRETORIA: South African independent singer-songwriter MARTHINUS, the musical project of Marthinus Nel, has officially released his debut single, “i miss us not trying”. Blending the nostalgic energy of indie rock and pop-punk with honest, vulnerable songwriting, the song explores the challenges of long-distance relationships and the feeling of missing someone who used to be right…

    6 November 2026
  • Ingrown Toenail Solutions Publishes Guide to Safe Ingrown Toenail Care for People With Diabetes

    Ingrown Toenail Solutions has published a guide to safe ingrown toenail care for people with diabetes, with convenient online booking for Centurion and the Greater Pretoria. CENTURION, Gauteng: Ingrown Toenail Solutions has released a new article for people living with diabetes who want clear, reassuring guidance on looking after their toes. Written by the clinic’s…

    6 November 2026
  • Click Results Publishes Guide on Website Ownership to Help Businesses Stay in Control

    A new Click Results guide helps Pretoria and South African business owners check who really controls their website, and what to ask their web designer. PRETORIA, South Africa — Click Results has published a new guide that asks business owners a simple but important question: could you take your website with you if you moved…

    6 November 2026
  • LaserWeeder Hire Runs Laser Units for SA Vegetable Growers

    Table of Contents CAPE TOWN: When hand labour is short and repeated hoeing starts to throw soil back onto the bed, weeds in tight vegetable rows get ahead quickly. LaserWeeder Hire, a contract weeding service based in Philippi, offers laser weeding services with tractor-drawn units and trained operators, from a single trial strip to full-season…

    6 November 2026
  • HandPrinter Art Runs Linocut Workshops and Beginner Kits

    CAPE TOWN: Most people who try linocut want to know two things: whether they can carve a clean line, and what to do with the block afterwards. HandPrinter Art, a hand-printing studio in Woodstock, sets out its workshops and kits around both questions, with gouges, brayers, barens and paper packed per table so nobody waits…

    6 November 2026
  • Feature Equipment Adds AM.CO.ZA Tooling and Laser Spares Shelf

    Table of Contents GERMISTON: A router or fibre laser bay seldom stops for a big breakdown. More often it waits on a missing collet, a chipped tool holder or a scratched protective lens while someone hunts for a spare. Feature Equipment, a CNC machine dealer with its machine hall in Sunnyrock, Germiston, has put a…

    6 November 2026
  • Autotrader’s Black November Is Giving Car Buyers 30 Days to Find an Epic Deal

    Rather than limiting its Black Friday deals to a single frantic weekend, AutoTrader is extending the event across the entire month of November. The Black November promotion runs from 1 to 30 November, with 439 deals currently available across cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, and leisure rides, representing more than R8.8 million in total savings. For…

    5 November 2026
  • What Separates a Quality Contractor From a Cheap Contractor

    By Francois Rossouw, Commercial Building and Civils Director Every developer eventually faces the same decision: two tenders on the table, one meaningfully cheaper than the other, and a deadline pressing them to select one. It is tempting, especially in a market where every basis point of return is scrutinised, to read the lower number as…

    5 November 2026
  • MANCOSA AI Hackathon 2026 Builds South Africa’s Future Tech Talent

    Johannesburg: As the world becomes increasingly digitised and interconnected, artificial intelligence is transforming industries, economies and everyday life. However, technological progress also creates complex challenges that demand advanced digital skills, critical thinking and innovative problem-solving. For South Africa, preparing young people to navigate this evolving landscape is essential to economic growth and social development. “Higher education…

    5 November 2026
  • Chota Motala Lecture Calls for Ethical Leadership in the Wake of Elections

    Johannesburg: South Africa’s journey from apartheid to democracy reflects extraordinary sacrifices made to secure freedom and equality. Yet, more than three decades later, persistent inequality, political instability and declining public confidence threaten those achievements. With currently expecting the results of one of the most crucial elections in its history, ethical leadership, government accountability and active citizenship…

    5 November 2026
  • HOT 102.7FM Sweeps Best of Joburg and Ekurhuleni Radio Awards

    HOT 102.7FM has delivered a clean sweep of the major radio categories at the 2026 Best of Joburg and Best of Ekurhuleni Readers’ Choice Awards, claiming all six first-place titles across Best Radio Station, Best Radio Show and Best Radio Personality in both regions. The multi-award-winning commercial radio station was voted Best Local Radio Station…

    5 November 2026
  • HOT 102.7FM Sweeps Best of Joburg and Ekurhuleni Radio Awards

    HOT 102.7FM has delivered a clean sweep of the major radio categories at the 2026 Best of Joburg and Best of Ekurhuleni Readers’ Choice Awards, claiming all six first-place titles across Best Radio Station, Best Radio Show and Best Radio Personality in both regions. The multi-award-winning commercial radio station was voted Best Local Radio Station…

    5 November 2026
  • HOT 102.7FM Sweeps Best of Joburg and Ekurhuleni Radio Awards

    HOT 102.7FM has delivered a clean sweep of the major radio categories at the 2026 Best of Joburg and Best of Ekurhuleni Readers’ Choice Awards, claiming all six first-place titles across Best Radio Station, Best Radio Show and Best Radio Personality in both regions. The multi-award-winning commercial radio station was voted Best Local Radio Station…

    5 November 2026
  • Ingrown Toenail Solutions Publishes Guide to Staying Active With an Ingrown Toenail

    Ingrown Toenail Solutions has published a guide to staying active with an ingrown toenail, with convenient online booking for Centurion and the greater Pretoria. CENTURION, Gauteng: Ingrown Toenail Solutions has released a new article for runners, gym-goers and sports players who want to keep training without letting a sore toe set the pace. Written by…

    5 November 2026
  • Click Results Publishes Guide on What a Copywriter Can Realistically Do for South African Businesses

    A Click Results guide helps Pretoria and South African business owners understand what a copywriter can realistically achieve for their website, and what to look for when hiring one. PRETORIA, South Africa — Click Results has published a new guide that tackles a question many business owners ask before hiring a copywriter: what can their…

    5 November 2026

 Upcoming Johannesburg Events:

  • BEN VINO Wine Festival
    Event: BEN VINO Wine Festival Date: May 02 • 10:00 AM Venue: Venue: 114 on Waterhouse | • Johannesburg Price: From R250 Tickets HERE: https://www.ticketpro.co.za/events/ben-vino-wine-festival/redirect MyZA Events offers FREE ADVERTS for your events. PRESSED FOR TIME? Drop your event poster HERE and we will […]
  • Joburg Super Kings
    Event: Joburg Super Kings Date: Jan 01 – 17, 2026 Venue: Wanderers | • Johannesburg Price: From R85 Tickets HERE: https://www.ticketpro.co.za/events/joburg-super-kings/redirect MyZA Events offers FREE ADVERTS for your events. PRESSED FOR TIME? Drop your event poster HERE and we will List, Optimise AND Feature […]
  • New Years Eve Neon Bash with Dr Victor and Rasta Rebels
    Event: New Years Eve Neon Bash with Dr Victor and Rasta Rebels Date: December 31 • 8:00 PM Venue: SunBet Arena at Time Square Casino | • Johannesburg Price: From R600 Tickets HERE: https://www.ticketpro.co.za/events/new-years-eve-neon-bash-with-dr-victor-and-rasta-rebels/redirect MyZA Events offers FREE ADVERTS for your events. PRESSED […]
  • The Yard
    Event: The Yard Date: December 13 • 6:00 PM Venue: Egugulethu lounge | • Johannesburg Price: From R100 Tickets HERE: https://www.ticketpro.co.za/events/the-yard/redirect MyZA Events offers FREE ADVERTS for your events. PRESSED FOR TIME? Drop your event poster HERE and we will List, Optimise AND Feature […]
  • Soap’d Up Saturdays (Show & Shine)
    Event: Soap’d Up Saturdays (Show & Shine) Date: December 13 • 4:00 PM Venue: Fresh Car Bar Boksburg | • Johannesburg Price: From R50 Tickets HERE: https://www.ticketpro.co.za/events/soap-d-up-saturdays-show-shine/redirect MyZA Events offers FREE ADVERTS for your events. PRESSED FOR TIME? Drop your event poster HERE and […]

The Rand Club: Redemption

The “redemption” of the Rand Club is a fascinating mirror of the city’s broader transformation. In 2016, a group of businessmen and heritage enthusiasts stepped in to save the club from permanent closure. They didn’t just renovate the physical structure; they fundamentally “decolonized” the institution’s culture. Today, the Rand Club is a vibrant, multi-racial hub of Johannesburg’s intellectual and business elite. It has opened its doors to the public for events, tours, and as a co-working space for young entrepreneurs.

One of the most striking changes is in the art. While the walls are still lined with portraits of historical figures, they are now interspersed with contemporary African art and photography that challenges the old narratives. The club has transitioned from a secretive “fortress” of the colonial elite into a shared space for the city’s new generation of leaders. It remains a place where history is physically present—you can still sit in the same leather chairs where Rhodes sat—but the conversations happening in those chairs are now about the future of a democratic, African-led Johannesburg. It is a testament to the fact that even the most rigid institutions in “Joburg” must adapt or vanish.

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