Javi Reddy quietly goes about his corporate job with minimal fuss. When no one is looking, he then dares to masquerade as a part-time writer. He resides in Johannesburg amongst a host of unread books and half-empty coffee mugs, where he writes a few stories, some of which he even had the audacity to win awards for. Fortunately, those stories are crafted on his laptop, given that his atrocious handwriting is more suited for a profession as a doctor.

Javi Reddy

City Expert, Time Out Johannesburg

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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 has to offer. From chilling with some mates to crunching the numbers over a work meeting, these spots will not only cater to your food and drink needs, but they will provide you with a setting to either unwind or get the job done. 📍 The best things to do in Johannesburg🏨 Where to stay in Johannesburg

The 11 best museums and galleries in Johannesburg to explore

Why should we look at art, statues or even ancient artifacts? Why should we do all of this in real life? Well, because if you’re bold enough to put down your phone and experience the magic in front of you, you’ll learn about the true size and scale of a creative piece or the true nature of texture in a far more visceral manner which you’d never pick up on your screen. If that’s not enough, you’ll stimulate creativity whilst enhancing your critical thinking. So, come witness the original content creators. Come and explore the best museums and galleries in Johannesburg. RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Johannesburg🏨 Where to stay in Johannesburg