This week on our My Joburg: The City Through The Eyes of a Local series, we’ll be chatting to Dlala Nje's CEO, Grant Ngobo. Keep reading to find out about Grant's favourite Joburg hotspots, where he gets his coffee, and where he likes o enjoy a night out on the town.
About Grant Ngcobo
Grant Ngcobo's journey at Dlala Nje began at the very beginning. At 14-years-old, Grant participated in Dlala Nje's activities hosted at the community centre in 2012. Over the years, he progressed to become a tour guide in 2016, and is now serves as the CEO of the organisation.
Dlala Nje’s unique inner-city tours and experiences allows locals and travellers the opportunity to discover the vibrant heart of Johannesburg. Explore the most misinterpreted parts of the city and contribute to their community projects at the foot of the famous Ponte Towers. Dlala Nje's tours support two community centres.
Describe your ultimate night out?
My ultimate night out has to be at some busy street location, it could be Melville, Maboneng, Braamfontein, or Greenside. I have to be with a few friends and sit at an outside table with drinks and good food laughing into the night.
Where can we find the best cup of coffee?
Foakes in Victoria Yards.
What is your favourite local store?
I personally prefer charity shops and markets, I find a lot of unique items there. But Victoria Yards has some great shopping stores.
Favourite spot for a date night?
Somewhere with a view – 5101 in Ponte, Hallmark House or Troyeville Hotel.
What is your favorite adrenaline-packed activity is?
It has to be going to the stadium, it could be a rugby/cricket/football game.
Where is a must visit place for a first-timer?
If it's your first time in Joburg you have to visit Hillbrow, Joburg CBD, and Soweto. If you want to understand the full history of Joburg you start with these locations.
Do you have any weekend traditions?
I have a lot of weekend traditions, but the ones that are a must: First Sundays are for markets at Victoria Yards and Last Sundays are for Kwa Mai Mai in Maboneng.
