r/johannesburg • • 1d ago

What's happening in Joburg this week? Week of October 18, 2026

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Welcome to the weekly events thread! Whether you're a local or just visiting, this is the place to share and discover things to do around the city.

Know of a cool event coming up? Drop the details below. It can be anything - a live gig, a gallery opening, a weekend market, or even a local D&D one-shot or maker gathering.

The rules:

  • Please include the date, location, and a link to the event if you have one.
  • Keep it local: Events must be in or around the broader Johannesburg area.
  • Self-promotion is allowed, but we'd rather try and keep this organic. Please don't spam.

r/johannesburg • • 14h ago

Hobbies

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Hello

I hope you are well

I'm looking for recommendations for horse riding or motorcycle 🏍 classes in the South of Johannesburg. Every year I take on a new hobby ,so looking forward to try something new, please anyone with recommendations help a sister out(budget friendly)


r/johannesburg • • 1d ago

Same Vehicle Different Price (Warning to buyers)

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Some dealers are sharing stock but selling the vehicles at different prices. This is the exact same vehicle listed twice by different dealers with a R30k price difference.

Both are currently live for sale on Autotrader

Listing 1: https://www.autotrader.co.za/car-for-sale/ford/ranger/2.2/28797510

Listing 2: https://www.autotrader.co.za/car-for-sale/ford/ranger/xl/28742469


r/johannesburg • • 15h ago

Question Gym

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HI everyone so my partner signed a gym contract 2 months back he's been making excuses instead of just getting up and going to the gym. I want to get back in the gym but lol already owe planet fitness thousands.

So I wanted to ask can I just use his tag and go to that gym since he is not going. Is it illegal and what are the chances??


r/johannesburg • • 1d ago

Question I can't seem to find my admission status for WITS

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I completed my application long before the deadline and ever since I started checking for my admission status, the closest i get is this.

It says to press submit below but there is no submit below. I try clicking on notifications or home or anything but it then starts loading in a way that doesn't seem like it'll ever progress.

I'm sure they have received my application because of the emails sent to me reminding me about completing the NBTs with the name of the degree I applied for in it.


r/johannesburg • • 15h ago

Question Looking for "proper" boxing gyms in and near Edenvale

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The gym I've been going to for 6 months is closing next week and I'm having trouble finding places to move to. I'm looking for actual legit boxing gyms not just boxercise or fitness. Also the area it's in matters whether there's safe parking or it's a safe building and I also can't be driving 40 minutes to Sandton and back multiple times a week. I want to hear about places I may have missed but also people's personal expireneces with these gyms.


r/johannesburg • • 1d ago

Ice cream recommendations

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Today’s my birthday and I’d like to end the day with really good ice cream. Does anyone have recommendations where I can get great ice cream around Rosebank, Parkhurst or Linden?

Please not The Pantry😅


r/johannesburg • • 1d ago

Question Lipo doctor in JHB or PTA

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Looking for any recommendations for a liposuction specialist for my hips. Please only refer if you have heard personally of their good work or had it done by them. Haven't had lipo before so needing the right guidance. Thank you in advance JHB besties


r/johannesburg • • 2d ago

Child psychologist

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I’m looking for a psychologist who is good with kids, and takes medical aid. I’m looking for one for my 11yo baby cousin who is showing weird signs; compulsive/pathological lying, lack of empathy to name a few.

TIA


r/johannesburg • • 2d ago

Question full head of bleach salon recommendations?

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i'm looking to get a thick head of virgin brunette hair bleached so that i can go dark pink (naysaying comments will be wasting breath) and need salon recommendations. my usual hasn't got much experience with anything more than highlights and put bleach straight on my roots first when i went years ago :/

if you have an idea of price range, that would be really helpful as well. i'm looking to spend on the lower end but aware that this is an expensive undertaking. i'm near randburg but willing to travel.


r/johannesburg • • 2d ago

Where to get cheap outdoor sculptures or decor for garden?

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See above


r/johannesburg • • 2d ago

Question Looking for some cassettes

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Howdy folks, my dad's birthday is coming up soon, and I was looking to get him a Walkman along with some cassettes. So I found a solid cassette player, but now the main issue is finding some cassettes. My dad mainly listens to rock, ranging from the 60s to the 90s. Any idea where I could find some cassettes?


r/johannesburg • • 3d ago

Question Checkers Sticker book

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Hello

This is a shot in the dark to impress a girl I really like. If anyone spots the Checkers sticker book either in store or with scalpers, please let me know...


r/johannesburg • • 3d ago

Question Are there any social clubs, community centres and activities for seniors and elderly folks in Johannesburg?

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Hi all,

I have a friend who is looking for ways to get their retired and aging parent out of the house, to be active and socialise. They are (rightly so) concerned about isolation and loneliness, and lack of stimulation which has been proven to increase aging symptoms and even dementia...

It's hard to find programmes online. Surely there must be some social clubs, or communities etc aimed specifically at elderly folks?

If anyone has any ideas or places that they know, it would be immensely helpful. If it helps, the parent used to be a civil engineer...

Preferably free, or with a very low annual membership... Located in the Fourways area and surrounds.


r/johannesburg • • 3d ago

Best Sweet and Sour Pork in Joburg?

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Back in varsity I used to absolutely devour those massive sweet and sour pork bowls from the Chinese restaurant in the Matrix at Wits.

The pork cubes were big and the breading around them had such a fluffy texture.

Maybe I'm looking at it through rose tinted glasses but what are your recommendations for the best sweet and sour pork?


r/johannesburg • • 3d ago

Question Laser hair removal in northern suburbs

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I’ve heard so many people say their laser hasn’t worked. If there are any reputable and good places, please recommend 🙏🏼


r/johannesburg • • 3d ago

Question Does anyone know of active dog communities in Johannesburg?

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I’m looking for active dog communities or groups around Johannesburg, particularly Midrand, Sandton and surrounding areas.
Not necessarily rescue or adoption groups, but communities where dog owners connect, share experiences, organise meetups, recommend pet-friendly places and generally interact.
WhatsApp groups, Facebook groups or local community networks would be great.
Does anyone know of any worth joining?


r/johannesburg • • 5d ago

Shots of Jozi 📸 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

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r/johannesburg • • 4d ago

Question Why has the City of Johannesburg made it so difficult to install plugin balcony solar?

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Hi there, if someone wants to add 3-4 solar panels with no battery, it would supplement a household's daily consumption easily. You just connect the panels to a micro-inverter and plug it into your home's socket. (Micro-inverters can even prevent it from backfeeding onto the grid)

In Joburg, you need to switch from prepaid to postpaid, and I believe there's also a fee you need to pay. These are unnecessary hurdles.

In other first world countries, people can just install it, but Joburg has made it an uphill battle. Germany, the UK and California are benefitting while we have one of the highest solar irradiation potential on Earth.


I came across this article that prompted this:

Solar Panels That Plug Into Your Wall Are About to Be Everywhere

And this:

https://www.outa.co.za/blog/newsroom-1/outa-slams-joburg-s-new-solar-approval-process-as-unnecessary-red-tape-1487


r/johannesburg • • 4d ago

Has anyone bought from Layaali perfumes?

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Hey guys

I’m looking at buying an oud perfume from Layaali, however can’t seem to find much info on them.

They’re based in standerton, offer nation wider couriering and apparently have a physical store… still not too sure if I’ll get scammed. Their socials seem a bit dead too.

Let me know if you’ve bought/ know someone that’s bought from them


r/johannesburg • • 5d ago

Question Have you ever tried to avoid the people you see at the robots?

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At the intersection near home, I see the same guys every day if I get home selling fruits, little trinkets, licence disc holders etc.

I’m sure they see hundreds of cars every day, but one day I felt guilty and wanted to support him so I bought a license disk holder from the guy as mine was just held on by a partially torn-off sticker.

I procrastinated putting it on for a while and whenever I saw the guy again he kept trying to sell me the same holder until I eventually put it on.

Although it takes probably 5 seconds from them to walk past and try to sell me the same things every day, I’ve given to the point where I dread actually having to stop at the robot and Go through the interaction.

I’m not necessarily going to but something every single day, but I end up feeling guilty anyway for not helping more.


r/johannesburg • • 4d ago

Looking for an apartment or garden cottage

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Hi everyone. I am a young professional lady who is currently looking for an apartment or garden cottage fit odour one person. I have searched and I am struggling to find something within my budget. I am looking for a place in Midrand, Centurion, Randburg, Roodeport, Rosebank, Parktown or anywhere close to Lonehill. My budget is R5500 including utilities. If anyone knows of someone looking for a tenant or may know where I can find a please, kindly share. Thank you


r/johannesburg • • 5d ago

Question Red Onion Shortage?

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Has anyone else noticed a red onion shortage? I live in Craighall and Ive been to a few supermarkets in the area, even Cresta, and Sandton.
No red onions 🤷🏽‍♀️


r/johannesburg • • 5d ago

Question Reputable place I can get my gaming laptop serviced

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Hi guys, I live one Bedfordview and want to service my gaming laptop as it’s beginning to overheat. Anyone know of any reputable computer stores that work with gaming laptops that I could take it to… thank you!


r/johannesburg • • 5d ago

Question Reasonable sunglasses with 100% protection from UV?

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Hi, I want to start going for long walks in my neighbourhood, but I need to find sunglasses that will protect my eyes from the unrelenting blazing ball of fire in the sky.

I don't care about designer glasses or anything. Where can I get some normal sunglasses that will offer that protection? A pharmacy perhaps?

Thanks.