Month: October 2025

City Power has launched a citywide maintenance drive to strengthen Johannesburg’s electricity network and prevent future blackouts. The planned power outage, which started on Tuesday, 21 October, will run until Sunday, 26 October. Each affected area will experience power cuts lasting up to eight hours as crews upgrade aging substations and replace failing equipment. Thousands of households and businesses are expected to be affected.

Johannesburg may be famous for its malls and mining legacy, but the real gems of Gauteng lie beneath the surface. Away from the tourist trail, this province bursts with thrilling, quirky, and soul-stirring experiences that surprise even the locals. From reclaimed urban jungles to high-flying dinners, here are ten immersive adventures offering fresh ways to explore South Africa’s smallest, yet most dynamic province.