Johana Mukandila

Johana Mukandila

Staff Writer

I am a Human Interest Reporter and multimedia journalist passionate about storytelling, real-life experiences, and impactful stories. With a Diploma in Journalism from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, I specialise in content creation, digital media, and community-focused reporting. I have produced engaging stories across online and print platforms and collaborated with organisations such as UNHCR, creating content that informs, inspires, and connects audiences.

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Retail

The new drive-through quick-lube facility will bring Valvoline’s preventative vehicle maintenance services to San …

By Johana MukandilaJuly 19, 2026
Retail

The new Columbia Township store marks the brand’s first location in the Cincinnati region and fifth in Ohio…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 19, 2026
Restaurants

Plans call for a 2,500-square-foot interior renovation of the downtown Cuero restaurant…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 19, 2026
Restaurants

The planned restaurant will add another Little Caesars location to New Braunfels following a $250,000 interior build-out…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 17, 2026
Restaurants

The new Yoakum location will feature a 2,125-square-foot restaurant offering the brand’s signature pizzas, wings, …

By Johana MukandilaJuly 17, 2026
Retail

Owner Karen Lee Zachry says the larger boutique will offer expanded home goods, European-inspired design, and an October…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 17, 2026
Restaurants

The plant-based burger chain founded by Aisha “Pinky” Cole Hayes is planning locations in Columbus and Cleve…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 17, 2026
Restaurants

The new American restaurant will debut later this month inside the historic Gwynne Building, serving seasonal dishes ins…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 17, 2026
Restaurants

Co-owners Dino Tripodis and Chris Beardman are bringing a welcoming neighbourhood bar inspired by years of hosting frien…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 17, 2026
Retail

The proposed $2 million project will bring a 13,295-square-foot dog daycare and boarding facility to North Business IH 3…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 17, 2026
Retail

The renovation will update the sales floor, grocery department, pharmacy, vision centre, auto centre, and online pickup …

By Johana MukandilaJuly 16, 2026
Restaurants

The international bakery chain will bring its signature French-Korean pastries, breads and cakes to Powell this fall…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 16, 2026
Restaurants

The locally owned bagel shop is targeting an early fall opening, bringing more seating and the same house-made menu to M…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 15, 2026
Retail

The renovated flagship store will reopen on August 22 with upgraded shopping experiences, expanded departments, and a da…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 14, 2026
Retail

The acquisition adds two former Bowman Tire & Repair Center locations to the company’s growing Ohio footprint…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 14, 2026
Restaurants

The internationally recognized ramen concept will take over the former Mecha Noodle Bar space in the Short North…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 12, 2026
Retail

The Victoria project is expected to be completed in early 2027 following extensive renovations…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 12, 2026
Restaurants

The upcoming concept will occupy a renovated 5,046-square-foot building just north of downtown San Antonio…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 10, 2026
Restaurants

The new coffee shop is expected to begin construction in November 2026…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 10, 2026
Restaurants

The upcoming coffee shop is planned for Blanco Road, with construction expected to wrap up in November 2026…

By Johana MukandilaJuly 10, 2026

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