The Johannesburg Development Agency aims to transform Joburg through growing competitive business environments, improving public spaces and promoting access to jobs.
The innovative Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) was established in April 2001 to revive economic activity throughout the city. The JDA initiates and supports area-based economic development initiatives throughout the Johannesburg metropolitan municipality in support of the City’s Growth and Development Strategy, Joburg 2040 (GDS).
The City of Johannesburg’s Executive Mayor Councillor (Cllr) Dada Morero, together with several members of his mayoral committee, officially expanded the city-wide High-Impact Service Delivery Programme (HISDP) on 24 June 2025 with a multi-project launch in Region G South of Johannesburg.
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg’s Transport Department, has commenced preparatory works for Phase 2 of the Rosebank Public Transport Facility upgrade.
When the City of Johannesburg launched Rea Vaya in August 2009, it marked a historic moment—not just for the city, but for the entire continent. As the first full Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Africa, Rea Vaya was a bold, visionary step toward transforming public transport into a modern, inclusive, and efficient service for all.
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), in collaboration with the City of Johannesburg’s Transport Department, has initiated the preparatory phase for the rehabilitation of the Ebhareni Public Transport Facility, located at 20 Eben Cuyler Street, Diepkloof, Region D, Ward 29.
