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HEALING BOYS, MEN AND FATHERS CAN BRING REAL CHANGE TO GBV

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa in the news:

  1. HEALING BOYS, MEN AND FATHERS CAN BRING REAL CHANGE TO GBV: Empowering and educating men and boys is key to ending the cycle of gender-based violence (GBV) and fatherless homes. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  2. Scientists split on South Africa’s winter and summer rainfall zones: South Africa is among a handful of countries that experience winter rainfall in some areas and summer rainfall in others. The southwestern tip of … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  3. New Audi Q8 e-tron confirmed for 2026, R8 going electric too: Audi has announced that there’s a Q8 e-tron in the pipeline and it could replace both the current e-tron and Q8 SUVs. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  4. NatJOINTS says security in place for FW De Klerk memorial: The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NatJOINTS) announced that it’s all systems go for the state memorial service for the last apartheid president FW de Klerk. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  5. Ghana Norway Launch Report On Cost of Piracy in Gulf of Guinea: Ghana and Norway have stressed their commitment in ensuring a collective response to maritime security during their tenures on the UN Security Council. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews

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Have you tried: Reach Trust for Solar and Building Management?

Did you know this about Johannesburg? At the northern extremity of Johannesburg was Parktown, already known for its exclusivity and extreme wealth. Sir Lionel Phillips was the first Randlord to build a mansion in Parktown. “Hohenheim” was built in 1894 and demolished in 1972 to make way for the Johannesburg Academic Hospital. Sunny Side Park was designed by Frank Emley for Hennen Jennings and completed in 1896. Today it is part of the Sunny Side Park Hotel. “The View” was completed in 1897. It was built by Charles Aburrow as the residence of Sir Thomas Cullinan.

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Ponte City: The Vertical Microcosm

Designed by architect Rodney Grosskopff, Ponte City was envisioned as the ultimate in “jet-set” urban living. It was the first circular skyscraper in Africa, designed with a hollow “core” or “atrium” that allowed light into the apartments from both sides. When it opened, it was one of the most prestigious addresses in Johannesburg. The top three floors were massive, multi-level penthouses equipped with saunas, wine cellars, and shag carpeting, offering 360-degree views of the Highveld. The bottom levels featured high-end retail and even a bowling alley. It was a playground for the young, wealthy, and white during the height of the Apartheid era.