The iconic Johannesburg City Library, first opened in 1935, is undergoing critical upgrades, including roof repairs, fire protection systems, and building compliance measures.

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) has been undertaking renovations, roof repairs and fire protection systems upgrades at the City Library on behalf of the City of Johannesburg’s Community Development Department.

The scope of work is to ensure that the library complies with Emergency Management Services (EMS) by-laws and National Building Regulations,