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‘Whoever ordered this hit must be identified and brought to book’: family of Babita Deokaran

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa in the news:

  1. ‘Whoever ordered this hit must be identified and brought to book’: family of Babita Deokaran: The family of slain whistle-blower Babita Deokaran say they need to see justice in her case, and whoever ordered the hit on her must pay the price. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  2. South Africa must guard whistleblowers says security expert: JOHANNESBURG — The killing of a South African health official providing evidence about an allegedly corrupt contract to purchase COVID-19 personal protective equipment has sparked calls for better … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  3. COVID Briefs: “This (vaccination) gives them some security and certainty that things will be better for them if they get infected.” COVID vaccination site opens at Dulles for arriving Afghans WASHINGTON | The U.S. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  4. Gold Fields Would Consider Joint Ventures to Bolster Output: In Ghana, that could potentially involve working in future with Johannesburg-based rival AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. to lower costs and improve productivity. Gold Fields’ Tarkwa mine is about 10 kilometers … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews

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The Maboneng Precinct: Architecture

Maboneng is architecturally distinct because it rejects the “demolish and rebuild” philosophy. Instead, it embraces adaptive reuse. The Bioscope, South Africa’s only independent cinema, operates out of an old industrial space; The Living Room is a lush rooftop oasis that offers panoramic views of the skyline from atop a concrete shell; and the Museum of African Design (MOAD) was housed in a massive 1970s warehouse. This aesthetic—exposed brick, industrial steel, and vibrant street art—has become the visual shorthand for “cool” Johannesburg. The murals here are particularly significant; they aren’t just decoration but are often massive social commentaries by local and international street artists like Faith47 and ROA, turning the very walls of the city into a public gallery.

However, Maboneng is also at the center of a complex debate regarding gentrification and social integration. Critics argue that while the precinct is a “bubble” of safety and creativity, it often stands in stark contrast to the surrounding poverty of the inner city. The challenge for Maboneng has always been how to be an engine for economic growth without alienating the residents who lived there during the “dark” years. In response, many initiatives within the precinct focus on local entrepreneurship, such as the Market on Main, which provides a platform for local food vendors and designers every Sunday.