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Controversial Newsletter: Malaria Season Alert, Top Billing Revival, Plastic-Free Shopping, and Vinyl Resurgence in Joburg! 🔥🌿🎶

Controversial Newsletter: Malaria Season Alert, Top Billing Revival, Plastic-Free Shopping, and Vinyl Resurgence in Joburg! 🔥🌿🎶
Stay informed about malaria in Gauteng, Top Billing's return, Kora Restaurant opening, plastic-free shopping at Bryanston Organic Market, Babylonstoren at The Westcliff, Delta Park trails, Gnarly Vinyls revival, sunrise/sunset spots, and thrilling hot pot adventures in Joburg! 🔥

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Apr 28, 2026

Trivia Question❓

Johannesburg is home to one of the oldest mountains on the planet. What is the name of this mountain?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

MV Café is a cosy Northcliff favourite at Mountain View Shopping Centre, where good food and great coffee bring people together. With freshly prepared, flavourful dishes and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to catch up with friends, unwind after a busy day, or simply enjoy the moment.

 

 

More than just a café, MV Café has become part of the local community. Known for generous portions, friendly service, and a menu that caters to every taste, from wholesome breakfasts to laid‑back lunches and cosy dinners, it’s a true home‑away‑from‑home for neighbourhood regulars and newcomers alike.

 

Service options:
Outdoor seating · Great cocktails · Vegan options


Address:
Mountain View Shopping Centre
14th Ave & Weltevreden Road
Northcliff
Phone: 011 476 2720

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Top Billing returns to S3 on April 30 with Zozibini Tunzi joining legacy presenters Michael Mol, Basetsana Kumalo, Jonathan Boynton-Lee and new faces Bryoni Govender, Arno Greeff, and Sine Mpulu.


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Kora restaurant opens at The Marc in Sandton on May 1, 2026. The opening night features a six-course dining experience with live music from Mi Casa. R2,500 per person. The restaurant also operates as a bar and lounge inspired by the West African kora instrument.


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Use a sticky note to clean your keyboard by sliding the sticky side between the keys to remove dust and crumbs.

Bryanston Organic Market has promoted plastic-free shopping for 40 years. Vendors sell package-free produce, offer refills, and encourage reusable containers. Open Thursdays and Saturdays, the market supports local organic farmers and sustainable practices.


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Franschhoek's iconic wine farm comes to Johannesburg for a year-long culinary partnership


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Quote Of The Day

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." - Winston Churchill

Delta Park is one of Johannesburg's largest free-access parks, featuring mountain biking trails along the Braamfontein Spruit, bird-viewing hides, and a unique sensory trail for the sight-impaired. The Delta Environmental Centre offers wildlife courses. Located in Randburg, open daily during daylight hours.


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Gnarly Vinyls is a roaming record store founded in October 2025 by three friends from Kempton Park. They pop up at markets in Benoni and Irene Village, with Edenvale coming soon. The female-led team is bringing vinyl culture back through in-person crate digging and community connection.


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Q/A Questions

What are some popular tourist attractions in Johannesburg?

 - Some popular tourist attractions in Johannesburg include the Apartheid Museum, the Lion Park, and the Cradle of Humankind.

From Northcliff Ridge and Munro Drive for sunsets to The Wilds and Emmarentia Dam for sunrises, here are the best photography spots to capture Johannesburg at golden hour.


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From Chaoshan-style Chinese hot pot in Rivonia to Korean hot pot in Parkhurst and fiery Chongqing-style in Cyrildene, here's where to enjoy interactive dining in Joburg.


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💡 Answer to Trivia Question:
The Magaliesberg Mountain
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