
Johannesburg at a Crossroads: JCA Calls for Ethical Leadership in the City Manager Appointment
Johannesburg is selecting a new City Manager, a crucial role in restoring governance and service delivery. The Johannesburg Civic Alliance (JCA) urges a transparent, merit-based process, echoing President Ramaphosa’s call for competence over politics. The city’s future depends on ethical leadership—will it rise to the challenge?

JCA and JHF Welcomes The Partial Reopening of The Joburg City Library
After five years of closure, the Johannesburg City Library is finally reopening—thanks to public pressure from JCA and JHF. While this is a step forward, several branch libraries remain closed, and activists are demanding full transparency on repair costs.

JCA supports the fight against infrastructure theft and vandalism
Criminals are sabotaging Joburg’s power and water infrastructure, putting lives at risk. JCA urges residents to report suspicious activity and demand swift action.

JCA welcomes G20 city fix, but asks ‘what about the residents?’
As Joburg cleans up for the 2025 G20 Summit, residents are asking: What about us? While the city rushes to impress global visitors, locals continue to suffer from water shortages, waste buildup, and failing infrastructure.

JCA calls on the SA Human Rights Commission to intervene in water crisis
Thousands are without water, and the city has no clear plan. JCA demands urgent action, supports the SAHRC intervention, and backs a protest on 15 Feb 2025. Joburg deserves better—join the movement!

Save Joburg Summit: Citizens Unite to Tackle City Crisis
Joburg residents unite! The "Save Joburg" summit tackled crucial issues: waste, water, electricity, and accountability. Citizens are urged to participate in "Civic Saturdays" and hold officials responsible. A vision for 2026 aims to combat "city capture."

Concerns Mount Over Potential Appointment of Joburg Property Company CEO as City Manager
In an interview on Newzroom Africa, The Johannesburg Crisis Alliance has raised concerns over reports of the new appointment of the city manager.