Johannesburg

South African philanthropists David and Tracey Frankel have donated a 10-storey building at 56 Main Street in Marshalltown to the Maharishi Invincibility Institute (MII). The gift will house the new Maharishi NextUp Institute of Technology (MNIT), focusing on skills like AI and cybersecurity for underserved youth. This bolsters the western CBD's transformation into 'Education Town'.

March 29, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Steven Gruzd, a child Scrabble prodigy turned expert on African governance, was abducted and killed in Johannesburg on 27 March 2026. Police arrested five suspects after a rapid joint operation, classifying the incident as an express kidnapping for ransom and theft. Colleagues and friends remember him as a kind mentor and lifelong competitor.

Residents in parts of Johannesburg have faced waste collection delays since last Friday, with the Democratic Alliance attributing the issue to strikes and payment disputes, while Pikitup cites operational challenges.

March 11, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

For the second time this year, a strong sulphur smell has affected Johannesburg, leading to health complaints from residents. The City of Johannesburg detected elevated levels of hydrogen sulphide and sulphur dioxide, likely originating from industrial activities in Mpumalanga's Highveld area. Questions persist about monitoring and enforcement against major polluters.