Media Releases 2014

R1.3bn Newtown Junction opens its doors

September 25th, 2014|

The R1.3-billion Newtown Junction is one of biggest multi-use developments to open in Johannesburg's CBD since the Carlton Centre in the 1970s. There was great celebration as the much-anticipated R1.3-billion Newtown Junction mixed-use development opened [...]

Metro Park breathes new life into inner city

September 22nd, 2014|

The R16-million Metro Park has opened in the commercial and residential hub of Newtown, offering a social and recreational space to inner-city workers and residents who do not have the luxury of green spaces. Three-year-old [...]

New R34-Million Automotive Hub To Create Dozens Of Jobs

September 22nd, 2014|

The automotive sector, a key economic contributor with a potential to create sustainable jobs, is to be given a new injection in Johannesburg with the establishment of the Greater Alexandra Automotive Industrial Park - on [...]

Automotive Park to create jobs, entrepreneurs in Alex

September 19th, 2014|

The Greater Alexandra-Marlboro Automotive Industrial Park is set to boost economic development in Johannesburg's oldest township by creating quality jobs and helping to grow a new generation of local entrepreneurs. Johannesburg's oldest settlement, Alexandra Township, [...]

Heritage plaques mark out Joburg’s rich history

September 17th, 2014|

Johannesburg's distinctive blue heritage plaques recognise everything from the Rand Revolt of 1922, the rich history of Alexandra township, and the route followed by protesting students on 16 June 1976 to the city’s art deco [...]