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Things to do in Johannesburg
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The 5 best padel courts in Johannesburg
If you haven’t noticed, padel is everywhere in Joburg right now. The sport, somewhere between...
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Events: What’s on in Johannesburg
From live music under city lights to art fairs, food markets, theatre, and cultural festivals –...
Health and beauty
The 8 best spas in Johannesburg
Jozi has never been known for its chill factor – it’s the pulse of South Africa for a...
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Local Intel: Ntokozo Mbambo
For over two decades, Ntokozo Mbambo has been one of Africa’s most celebrated and sought-after voices. Her healing and soulful sound has brought hope to...
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Local Intel: Xoli Zondo
Welcome to Local Intel, your guide to Johannesburg from the people who know it best. We chat with local personalities, tastemakers, and city enthusiasts to...
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Local Intel: Christopher Jaftha
Welcome to Local Intel, your guide to Johannesburg from the people who know it best. We chat with local personalities, tastemakers, and city enthusiasts to...
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Where to eat and drink in Johannesburg
Restaurants
The 11 best steak restaurants in Johannesburg
When it comes to steak, South Africans know their stuff. Whether you like rump, sirloin, ribeye, fillet or anything in-between, just know that you are in for a...
Restaurants
The 13 best cafés and coffee shops in Johannesburg
The fast-paced nature of Johannesburg lends itself to a proper coffee culture, so we've hand-picked the best cafés and coffee shops the city...
Bars and pubs
The 11 best pubs and bars in Johannesburg
Johannesburg’s nightlife is as dynamic as the city itself, offering a perfect mix of stylish cocktail lounges, vibrant music venues and rooftop escapes...
Where to stay in Johannesburg
Hotels
The 13 best affordable hotels in Johannesburg
If you'd rather save your cash for experiencing Johannesburg rather than on accommodation that is...
Travel
The 15 best hotels in Johannesburg
When it comes to finding the perfect place to stay and relax in Johannesburg, visitors are spoiled for...
Travel
Where to stay in Johannesburg
South Africa’s economic hub was once little more than a stopover en-route to Cape Town or Kruger,...
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Bars and pubs
The 15 best rooftop bars in Johannesburg
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The 6 best craft beer taprooms in Johannesburg
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Sport and fitness
The world’s most beautiful marathons, ranked
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Art
After a decade of delays, the Grand Egyptian Museum opens this week – we got a first look
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