| City partnership with WESSA cultivates water-wise gardeners | City partnership with WESSA cultivates water-wise gardeners | | <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%27s%20reservoirs%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | Steenberg residents have supported WESSA's partnership with the City by becoming custodians of the Sandvlei Catchment and advocating for water resilience in their neighbourhood. | <p>Through its grant funding, the City of Cape Town's Water and Sanitation Directorate is supporting the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) Southern Suburbs Branch, in implementing it's 'Roots of Resilience' project in the Steenberg community. The initiative combines indigenous gardening, biodiversity conservation and practical activities which can become sustainable household practices in stewardship of water conservation.</p><p><strong>Project achievements include:</strong></p><ul><li>Removing approximately 90kg of litter and illegally dumped waste from the local catchment and surrounding public open spaces.</li><li>Establishing five volunteer indigenous home gardens.</li><li>Planting approximately 200 indigenous Cape Flats Dune Strandveld plants during the rehabilitation of Woodwind Park.</li><li>Delivering environmental education workshops, excursions and catchment clean-ups supported by 94 local participants.</li></ul><p><span><figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"><img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/City%20partnership%20with%20WESSA%20cultivates%20water-wise%20gardeners%203.jpg" alt="" style="width:808px;" /></figure><strong>About WESSA Southern Suburbs</strong></span></p><p>WESSA Southern Suburbs is a volunteer-led branch, operating under the WESSA Western Cape Region. It works with local communities, schools, community organisations and partners across the Cape Flats and southern suburbs to support grassroots environmental initiatives that contribute to healthier ecosystems and more resilient neighbourhoods.</p><p>'This project empowers residents to understand how their daily actions affects the health of local rivers, wetlands and stormwater systems. It's encouraging when community members work side-by-side to preserve the environment and great to see how some have beautified their gardens with water resilient plants,’ said the City's Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation, Councillor Zahid Badroodien.</p><p>‘The City of Cape Town's support has enabled WESSA Southern Suburbs to translate environmental education into meaningful community action. Through the Roots of Resilience project, we have empowered children, youth and adults with practical skills in indigenous gardening, catchment stewardship and biodiversity conservation, while creating lasting environmental improvements in our local community. The funding has not only supported restoration activities. but also strengthened community ownership of our shared natural spaces and inspired continued environmental stewardship,’ said Chelsey Bevie, Chairperson, WESSA Southern Suburbs Branch</p><p><br> </p><p>End<br></p><p></p> | 2026-07-11T22:00:00Z | | | | | | | 1 | | | |
| A busy week of events ahead | A busy week of events ahead | | <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%20Creative%20City%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | Cape Town is gearing up for another busy week of events, with esports, Currie Cup rugby, family entertainment, fashion and road running taking centre stage in the city.
| <p>The City’s Events Permit Office has approved and is monitoring 12 events this week, with the busiest period expected over the weekend. <br> <br>Collectively, these events are expected to attract around 20 000 participants and spectators. <br> <br>Disney on Ice continues its school holiday run at Grand West with Mickey’s Search Party, bringing favourite Disney stories to life through dazzling skating, breathtaking stunts and unforgettable music. <br> <br>The production features beloved characters including Mickey, Minnie, Elsa, Moana, Miguel from Coco, Buzz Lightyear and many more in a live adventure packed with wonder, laughter and Disney magic. <br> <br>Shows take place at 11:00 and 15:00 on Thursday and Friday, and at 11:00, 14:00 and 18:00 on Saturday and Sunday. <br> <br>Each performance runs for approximately two hours, including a 15-minute interval. Doors open one hour before each show and patrons are encouraged to arrive early. <br> <br>Tickets are available through <span style="font-family:"century gothic",sans-serif;font-size:12pt;"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.co.za/artist/disney-on-ice-tickets/3270?calendar_view=1&venueId=65"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><font color="#0563c1">Ticketmaster</font></span></a></span>.</p><p><strong>African Gaming Championship</strong> <br>GrandWest will also host the second edition of the African Gaming Championship from 16 to 19 July. <br> <br>The esports showcase will see Africa’s top players battle across some of the world’s biggest gaming titles for a share of the R150 000 prize pool. </p><p>The event also features the Nitro ASL Finals, where South Africa’s leading school teams will compete for championship honours and qualification pathways to the Carry1st Africa Cup and the Call of Duty: Mobile World Championship. <br> <br>More than just a tournament, the African Gaming Championship celebrates gaming culture with free spectator entry. Registration is available through the <span style="font-family:"century gothic",sans-serif;font-size:12pt;"><a href="https://acgl.gg/user/register"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><font color="#0563c1">African Gaming Championship
website</font></span></a></span>. <br> <br>Competition takes place daily from 09:00 to 17:00. <br> <br><strong>Currie Cup </strong><br>Currie Cup rugby returns to the Mother City on Friday, 17 July, when DHL Stormers XXIII host defending champions Griquas at DHL Stadium. <br>Kick-off is at 19:05, with stadium gates opening at 17:30. <br>Tickets are available <span style="font-family:"century gothic",sans-serif;font-size:12pt;"><a href="https://stormers.tmtickets.co.za/EDP/Event/Index/62?position=1"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><font color="#0563c1">online</font></span></a></span> and from the ticket office on Fritz Sonnenberg Road on match day. <br>Residents and motorists are advised that roads around the stadium, including Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Vlei Road and Granger Bay Boulevard may be impacted on matchday. <br> <span>
</span></p><p><span><img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/DSC01019.jpg" alt="" style="width:949px;" /> <br><strong>Khayelitsha Fashion Week </strong><br>Khayelitsha Fashion Week, returning for its 11th anniversary edition, will once again serve as a platform celebrating local creativity, sustainable fashion and emerging talent. <br>Taking place at the Artscape Theatre Centre on Saturday, 18 July, the event will showcase their collections, while 45 aspiring models take to the runway as part of the Mother City Fashion Experience <br>Ahead of the event, designers participated in skills-development workshops, while the models completed runway and professional development training. <br>This year’s competition places a strong focus on upcycling, challenging designers to transform recycled and waste materials into striking fashion pieces. <br>The show starts at 13:00 and runs until 18:00. <br>Tickets are available through <span style="font-family:"century gothic",sans-serif;font-size:12pt;"><a href="https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1592161059"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><font color="#0563c1">Webtickets</font></span></a></span>. <br> </span></p><span>
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<img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/AXO_9442.jpg" alt="" style="width:802px;" /> </figure><p><span><strong>Festival of Running</strong> <br>The Cape Town Festival of Running rounds off the weekend with two days of racing celebrating fitness, teamwork, and healthy living. <br>The 26th edition begins on Saturday with a 50 km ultra-marathon through Green Point, Mouille Point and Sea Point, alongside a 5 x 5 km team relay on the Sea Point Promenade. <br>Sunday’s programme features the half marathon, with more than 1 000 runners expected to tackle one of Cape Town’s most scenic routes through Sea Point, Bantry Bay and Camps Bay. <br>Events begin at 07:00 on both days. <br>Residents and motorists are advised that temporary traffic disruptions can be expected along sections of the route in Green Point, Sea Point and Camps Bay. <br>These include: <br>• Beach Road in Sea Point <br>• Queens Road near Bantry Bay <br>• Kloof Road <br>• Victoria Road in Camp’s Bay <br> <br>For more information on these and other events hosted in Cape Town, visit <span style="font-family:"century gothic",sans-serif;font-size:12pt;"><a href="https://eventsincapetown.com/"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><font color="#0563c1">eventsincapetown.com</font></span></a></span>.</span></p></span><p><strong>Caption 1</strong><strong>: </strong>A previous match at the DHL Stadium.</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Caption 2 (credit Khayelitsha Fashion Hub):</strong><strong> </strong>An image from a previous Fashion Week.</p><p> </p><p><strong>End</strong><br></p><strong></strong> | 2026-07-11T22:00:00Z | | | | | | | 1 | | | |
| Law Enforcement Escort Unit clocks 10 700 requests in 12 months | Law Enforcement Escort Unit clocks 10 700 requests in 12 months | | <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | The City is tracking attacks on staff, vehicle hijackings and extortion attempts daily through its Safety and Security Information Management Services | <p>In 2024/25, the City's Law Enforcement Department facilitated an average of 275 escorts per month to various service departments.</p><p>In 2025/26, the monthly average was 890.</p><p>Key clients are Water & Sanitation; Energy; Urban Mobility; Urban Waste Management; Human Settlements and Community Services and Health.</p><p>Service requests are prioritised based on the particular risk rating of an area.</p><span><figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"><img class="responsive" src="https://dummyimage.com/800x500" alt="" /></figure></span><p>Currently, 16 policing precincts are prioritised – risks include violent crime threats like gang violence, hijacking and robbery, and extortion.</p><p>‘The increased need for escort duties to line departments is but another indicator of the complete disregard that criminals have for their communities and those who are trying to deliver services. The cost is immense, but the cost of not having the escort unit in place to protect staff would be even greater. Last November, we also established an anti-hijacking unit (AHU), specifically to cover Khayelitsha, Strand and surrounds in an effort to curb hijacking incidents of City-owned vehicles, ' said Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith’</p><p>The City is tracking attacks on staff, vehicle hijackings and extortion attempts daily through its Safety and Security Information Management Services.</p><span></span><span><figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"><img class="responsive" src="https://dummyimage.com/800x500" alt="" /></figure></span><p>The Safety and Security Investigation Unit has registered 292 extortion related cases between 12 June 2017 and 22 April this year.</p><p>‘So apart from investing in human resources for escorts, we are also trying to work smarter to end this threat, but the toll on the directorate is significant due to increased overtime requirements because service delivery takes place 24/7. Urgent reform is required within the criminal justice system to help municipalities deliver basic constitutionally mandated services to communities.</p><p>‘We also call on the public to help where they can, by sharing information that can reduce the risk or track down criminals, and I also call on the South African Police Service and the NPA to start prioritising this threat with urgency. The failures of the criminal justice system to remove these criminals from society is having severe consequences, if they cannot do it, then they must allow local government the legal right to conduct investigations so that we can start catching and convicting the syndicates behind these attacks,’ added Alderman Smith.</p><p>Incidents of crime can be reported to the City's Public Emergency Communication Centre on 021 480 7700.</p><p>Alternatively, the public can share tips for a potential reward via the City's 24-hour tip-off line on 0800 110 077.</p><p><span></span></p><p><span><strong>End</strong></span><br></p> | 2026-07-10T22:00:00Z | | | | | | | 1 | | | |
| City’s Mobile Office will be stationed in Welgelegen next week | City’s Mobile Office will be stationed in Welgelegen next week | | <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Backhaul%20for%20events%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | The City's Mobile Office is heading to the NG Kerk in Welegelen next week Thursday, 16 July 2026. | <p>The details are as follows:<br><br>• Thursday, 16 July 2026 from 09:30 to 13:30 at the NG Kerk, 47 La Provence Road, Welgelegen<br><br>The City’s Customer Relations Department’s mobile team will assist residents with logging queries and service requests electronically.<br><br>‘These mobile office visits bring essential municipal services closer to residents, making it easier to access support right in their own neighbourhoods. Residents can get assistance with non-emergency enquiries, including rates, water, electricity and refuse accounts. I encourage Welgelegen residents to make use of this opportunity and attend in large numbers. To help us assist you quickly and efficiently, please bring along your ID and municipal account details,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Corporate Services, Alderman Theresa Uys. <br></p> | 2026-07-10T22:00:00Z | | | | | | | 1 | | | |
