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Shoprite and Trevor Noah Foundations Launch New Robotics Lab in Soweto By Noko Maleka | Insight Jozi News | 21 May 2026 JOHANNESBURG a new robotics and digital learning laboratory aimed at equipping township learners with future-focused technological skills has officially been launched at Siyabonga Secondary School through a partnership between the and the . The initiative, unveiled on Thursday, forms part of broader efforts to improve access to coding, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital literacy education in underserved South African communities. According to information released by , the laboratory will provide learners and educators with access to advanced technological tools including robotics kits, motion sensors, microcontrollers, and smart devices capable of collecting and communicating data. The Soweto facility becomes the fifth robotics laboratory established by the Trevor Noah Foundation in Gauteng under its Khulani Schools Programme, which focuses on improvi...

Dada Morero’s “82% Success” Claim: Progress or Political Spin? By Noko Maleka | Insight Jozi News Dada Morero has painted an optimistic picture of the City of Johannesburg during his 2026 State of the City Address (SOCA), claiming that his administration has achieved an “82% success rate” in delivering on its commitments to residents. The speech, delivered as Johannesburg battles infrastructure collapse, financial instability, water shortages, crime, and service delivery complaints, has sparked debate across the city. The big question remains: Do residents actually feel this 82% success? According to Morero, the city has made progress in infrastructure rehabilitation, road upgrades, township development, economic revitalisation, and improving internal governance systems. He highlighted projects such as the rebuilding of key roads, stormwater upgrades, accelerated service delivery programmes, and preparations linked to Johannesburg’s role in hosting global events such as the G20-r...

Phala Phala Judgment Could Shake South Africa’s Political Future | Insight Jozi News INSIGHT JOZI NEWS Real Stories. Real People. Real Johannesburg. Phala Phala Judgment Could Become The Biggest Political Turning Point Since State Capture By Noko Maleka | Insight Jozi News | Johannesburg South Africa stands on the edge of what could become one of the most politically explosive Constitutional Court rulings in recent democratic history. As the nation waits for judgment in the controversial Phala Phala matter , questions surrounding accountability, political loyalty, and the future of President Cyril Ramaphosa continue dominating public debate. But beyond the legal arguments lies a deeper national concern: Has South Africa become comfortable protecting political power at the expense of accountability? The Constitutional Court is expected to decide whether Parliament acted lawfully when it rejected the Section 89 report that recommended a possibl...

Miss Hillbrow With a Purpose 2026: Reclaiming a Community, Empowering a Generation tle> Miss Hillbrow With a Purpose 2026: Reclaiming a Community, Empowering a Generation By Noko Maleka | Insight Jozi News | Johannesburg In the heart of Hillbrow—a place often defined by headlines of crime, decay, and struggle—a different story is beginning to take shape. It is a story of hope. Of courage. Of young women refusing to inherit a broken narrative. Welcome to Miss Hillbrow With a Purpose 2026. More Than a Pageant—A Movement Powered by Insight Jozi News, Miss Hillbrow With a Purpose is not your typical beauty pageant. It is a community-driven initiative designed to redefine how Hillbrow is seen—both by outsiders and by those who call it home. At its core, the initiative seeks to identify and empower young women aged 18 to 29 to become ambassadors of change, voices of leadership, and symbols of a community in transition. This is not about crown...

City of Johannesburg launches Debt Relief Programme Phase 4: What residents and businesses need to know Johannesburg — The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) has opened a new window of relief for customers struggling with mounting municipal arrears, rolling out Debt Relief Programme Phase 4 (2025/2026) — an intervention aimed at helping qualifying residents, businesses and organisations reduce long-standing debt while restoring payment compliance. Running from 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2026 , the programme offers significant concessions, including up to a 50% write-off of qualifying municipal debt and a 100% waiver on interest and certain penalty-related charges , provided applicants meet the City's conditions and commit to a structured repayment plan. Why the City is offering debt relief Municipal debt has become a growing pressure point for both households and enterprises across Johannesburg, driven by a mix of economic strain, billing disputes, service interruptions and...

At Just 18, He Moves Like a Lion: The Quiet Rise of Amapiano’s “Prince” Short Killer By Noko Maleka 19 April 2026 | Johannesburg In the restless heartbeat of Johannesburg’s music scene—where dreams are louder than reality and talent fights daily for recognition—a new name is beginning to echo with undeniable force: Short Killer . Behind the stage name is Nhlanhla Nyathi , an 18-year-old whose journey reads less like a lucky break and more like a destiny unfolding in real time. Already featured on top line-ups across the Mzansi Joburg circuit, Short Killer is not just performing—he is redefining how young talent is seen, heard, and respected in South Africa’s evolving music industry. His growing catalogue and presence have also seen him collaborate and work alongside notable names such as John Bravo (The Fascinator) , Flash Ikumkani , and Hlogi Mash —further cementing his credibility within the industry. From Dance ...