Author: Nomthandazo Ntisa

Johannesburg hosts a decisive SA20 playoff match tonight as Sunrisers Eastern Cape face Paarl Royals in Qualifier 2 at Wanderers Stadium. The match, which starts at 17:30, will determine which team advances to Sunday’s final in Cape Town. With national attention focused on Gauteng this evening, the fixture reinforces Johannesburg’s position as a leading destination for major sporting events.

More first-time visitors to Gauteng are using guided sightseeing tours to navigate Johannesburg and Soweto in 2026, as operators expand affordable packages and simplify transport for newcomers. The shift is affecting domestic tourists, families, and international travellers who want predictable costs and safer ways to move around the city. Tourism operators say demand has increased steadily over the past year, particularly for hop-on hop-off and guided township tours.

Gauteng is preparing to participate in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 with a stated focus on economic delivery rather than symbolic global engagement.
The province’s approach will shape investment flows, industrial development, and job creation in South Africa’s economic hub.

Tshwane’s tourism sector will take centre stage on 23 January 2026 when industry leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives and government partners gather for the Tshwane Tourism Showcase 2026, the capital city’s flagship tourism engagement for the year.

Gauteng is preparing to host a milestone edition of one of Africa’s most important trade events, with Meetings Africa 2026 confirmed for late February at the Sandton Convention Centre. Marking its 20th anniversary, the event is expected to build on the strong commercial outcomes recorded in 2025 while reinforcing Gauteng’s position as the continent’s leading business events gateway.

For first-time business travellers, arriving in Gauteng is an introduction to the heartbeat of South Africa’s economy. This is where boardrooms, innovation labs, government offices, and multinational headquarters intersect. More than just a stopover, Gauteng is a destination built for deal-making, growth, and long-term opportunity.

South Africa’s live music calendar took a major blow in January 2026 when organisers confirmed the cancellation of Calabash South Africa 2026, one of the most anticipated international music festivals scheduled for the year. The announcement sent shockwaves through the local music community, particularly in Gauteng, where thousands of fans had been preparing to descend on FNB Stadium for what promised to be a landmark event. With global headliners, stadium-scale production, and a rare mix of rock and alternative acts, Calabash 2026 was positioned as a cultural moment for South African live entertainment. Instead, it has become a case study…

Gauteng takes centre stage once again as the Betway SA20 returns for its 2026 season, delivering world-class cricket, large-scale entertainment, and meaningful tourism impact across Johannesburg and Tshwane.

After nearly a decade of delays, uncertainty, and community frustration, Panyaza Lesufi joins the Rust-Ter-Vaal community in Vereeniging and is finally celebrating a long-awaited milestone: the official opening of Rust-Ter-Vaal Secondary School. The new high school, whose construction began in 2017, was formally unveiled this week as part of Gauteng’s Back-to-School 2026 campaign, marking a turning point for families who have waited years to see the project completed.

As Calabash South Africa 2026 gears up to light up FNB Stadium on 7 February 2026, Gauteng’s transport network is stepping in to make the fan experience smoother, safer, and far less stressful. Gautrain has officially confirmed a dedicated transport plan for concertgoers, reinforcing the province’s push towards smart mobility, major event readiness, and world-class visitor experiences.