By Lebone Rodah Mosima
Inspired by Cape Town’s Bree Street Sundays, the City of Johannesburg said on Thursday it will stage its first Open Streets Sunday, closing part of Main Street in Marshalltown to vehicles for a day of pedestrian-focused activities.
The city said the closure will apply to Main Street between Ntemi Piliso and Rissik streets in the Johannesburg CBD, with the route opened to pedestrians and residents instead of normal vehicle traffic.
Activities the day include walking, cycling, skateboarding, family-focused programming and cultural events.
Designated zones will include children’s activities, sports, arts and music performances, as well as a food court at Gandhi Square, according to the city.
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“Open streets are community-based programmes that temporarily close selected streets to vehicles, allowing people to use these spaces for various activities. This initiative supports local businesses and
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