The Urban Playground opens at Rosebank Mall with skating, esports, street soccer, dance and production studios. Explore prices and hours.
Tucked discreetly between the fourth and fifth floors of Hyde Johannesburg, Nine Lives is the kind of venue that comes alive after the city goes to sleep. A new hidden speakeasy and supper club, Nine Lives invites guests into a moody, intimate world where 1970s-inspired drink culture meets modern culinary craft. Designed for lingering late into the night, it’s an after-dark destination that feels like you’re stepping into your ninth life.
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Discover 10 of the best whisky bars in Joburg for rare single malts, tasting flights, whisky cocktails, live music and relaxed after-dinner drinks.
George Hunter will represent South Africa at the 2026 Diageo World Class finals after winning the national bartending competition.
Dinner is often the default answer to date night. Book a table, order something expensive enough to justify dessert and hope the conversation carries the evening. Sometimes it does. Sometimes both of you spend twenty minutes discussing whose turn it is to organise the next date. Johannesburg deserves a little more imagination than that.
Updated June 2026: People often reduce it to traffic, business meetings and office towers, forgetting that beneath the glass and concrete lies one of Africa’s most fascinating urban playgrounds. Downtown Joburg isn’t polished. It isn’t predictable. And that’s precisely why it rewards those willing to explore it.
See Johannesburg from a whole new perspective aboard the iconic City Sightseeing Red Bus. From Constitution Hill to the Mandela Bridge, it’s one of the easiest and most entertaining ways to explore the City of Gold with the whole family.
As the sun begins its slow descent and the air cools into crisp perfection, runners across South Africa lace up for what many call the golden season of running. When the temperatures drop from the scorch of summer, the conditions become ideal for both seasoned athletes and budding joggers to log more kilometres with greater comfort and performance.
When the city lights flicker on, Joburg’s nightlife destinations start to set the tone for an unforgettable evening. From rooftop cocktails in Maboneng to hidden speakeasies in Rosebank and late-night dance floors in Braamfontein, Joburg knows how to keep things interesting after dark. Whether you are easing into the evening with a drink or chasing the energy into the early hours, these standout spots capture the rhythm, style and spirit of the city at night.
In a move set to delight food lovers across Pretoria, Pantry has officially opened its doors in the vibrant Hazelwood precinct. The stylish new spot marks a major milestone for Pantry by Marble, the gourmet convenience concept that has quickly become a favourite with Johannesburg diners and shoppers alike.
The 2026 LUXE Restaurant Awards unfolded in spectacular fashion at MIRA Sandton, presented in partnership with Audi South Africa, bringing together South Africa’s leading chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary trailblazers for an evening of prestige, recognition, and celebration.
Johannesburg is one of South Africa’s premier shopping destinations, blending luxury international fashion, local boutiques, practical everyday malls, and unique market finds all across the metropolitan area. Fashion lovers can explore high-end stores and flagship brands, while bargain hunters and craft enthusiasts will enjoy dynamic street markets and local artisanal spaces. From massive retail complexes in Sandton and Midrand to lively local markets and stylish neighbourhood centres, Johannesburg’s shopping scene caters to every taste and budget — making it ideal for daytime jaunts, long weekends, and gift guides alike.
Joburg is a world all on its own: bold, cosmopolitan and endlessly surprising. Here are our top Dining Spots in the city that never slows down.
Not many people realise this, but Nando’s started with humble beginnings as a single restaurant in Rosettenville, Johannesburg, in 1987. Believe it or not, this author visited that branch not long after it opened and vividly remembers the family member who took me along to try what he called “next-level chicken”, predicting it would become something massive one day. He was certainly on point with that prophecy!
There’s a certain kind of afternoon that cities like New York, Cape Town — and now Johannesburg — do so well: it begins with a lunch date, continues with a bottle of bubbly (or two), and somehow drifts into golden hour without anyone noticing. The Greenhouse Restaurant & Bar in Sandton, long celebrated as Joburg’s most atmospheric supper club after dark, is now capturing that same magic by day. And to celebrate the launch of its new daytime offering, we’re giving one lucky reader the chance to experience it firsthand with a Friendsmas Lunch for Four valued at R2,000.
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We know the pool and those cocktails are calling your name. But if you feel like slowing down and enjoying the cultural side of the season, here are some suggestions for when you need something different.
Yael Geffen’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and remarkable courage. Her story defies the straight lines of expectation: from couch-surfing in New York while hustling odd jobs, to an unexpected Broadway break, to navigating family tragedy that forever reshaped her destiny. Today, she stands as CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty South Africa — but the title tells only part of the story.
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The SA Restaurant Awards (SARA) concluded in a spectacular event on Monday, 7 April 2025 at Hotel Sky Sandton. Here, the finest culinary talents across
The business and leisure hotspot of Johannesburg comes alive under the African sun with Southern Sun’s newest refurbishments. We recently toured the City of Gold,
DJs have seemingly taken over the world, but some people still prefer live music. In fact, there is nothing like watching a musician take centre
High tea is an age-old British tradition where light savoury and sweet snacks are served in the afternoon, often with a brew made from raw
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