Johannesburg

South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has told Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero that the city is in severe financial distress and cannot afford a R10.3-billion wage agreement signed with municipal workers last year.

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Johannesburg officials opened the new Brixton reservoir and tower this week, a year behind schedule. The project improves water pressure in the Commando system but leaves 43 other reservoirs still leaking across the city.

The Rand Easter Show opened to record crowds at Johannesburg's Expo Centre in Nasrec, marking its busiest start in years, according to CEO Adele Hartdegen. The 131st edition offers five days of family entertainment and runs until Easter Monday. It contributes to the local economy and job creation.

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Over 120 motorists have been arrested for drunk driving in Johannesburg since the start of the Easter long weekend. The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) confirmed two fatalities in separate road crashes, one involving a pedestrian and the other a passenger. JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla urged road users to exercise caution as operations continue.