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Cost of electricity

We bill you based on a three-tier tariff system comprising of the Lifeline tariff, the Domestic tariff and the Home User tariff. Find out how this works for residential and commercial properties.

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City jobs and opportunities

The City offers a range of employment and career development opportunities to suitably qualified applicants from a range of social and educational backgrounds.

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Dam levels

The City of Cape Town and the National Department of Water and Sanitation measures dam levels to check how much water is available.

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Prevent illegal dumping

The City calls on all communities to stop illegal dumping and to report anyone who engages in this act.

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Informal trading

Informal trade is a very important part of Cape Town's economy and offers good employment opportunities for traders, as well as affordable goods and services to locals.

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Find your councillor, ward or subcouncil

You can find your councillor, ward or subcouncil using our easy look-up tool.

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Registering as an accredited waste service provider ensures that your business is compliant with the City's Integrated Waste Management By-law.

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Comment on the proposed MyCiTi Phase 2A stop locations along direct routes

10 October – 30 November 2022

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Green Infrastructure Programme

We are developing a Green Infrastructure Programme (GIP) for Cape Town. This will improve current natural assets and help towards the planning of new green and sustainable features.

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Public invited to follow discussions on passenger rail, minibus-taxis, congestion, extortion, spatial equity at City’s Urban Mobility Summit

This year, the City is celebrating Transport Month under the banner ‘Building Resilience and Driving Transport Reform'

Given the implosion of passenger rail the City has seen a huge increase in the number of people now making use of road-based transport, be it in private vehicles, minibus-taxis or buses.<ul><li>According to the City's latest Comprehensive Integrated Transport Plan (CITP), up to 58% of commuters use private vehicles to get to their destinations; 22% use minibus-taxis; 9% bus services such as the MyCiTi and GABS; 2% use rail – a shocking decline of 95% for the period 2012 – 2022; and nearly 10% walk.</li></ul> With more commuters relying on road-based transport, there is more pressure on our road network, not only in terms of maintenance needs, but also with increased congestion, and the demand for more and bigger public transport interchanges to accommodate the growing number of buses and minibus-taxis. More heavy vehicles are using roads to move freight between cities and the harbours when this cargo could and should have been transported via rail. The impact of heavy vehicles on roads is well documented. All of these failures, on a national level, put immense strain on the City in terms of the budget and human resources needed to maintain our current road network and to provide public transport infrastructure. <ul><li>The most severe impact, however, is felt by commuters who are spending more money on travelling, and are stuck in congestion on a road network that is under severe strain because passenger rail – the most efficient and cost-effective form of public transport – has imploded due to mismanagement. </li></ul> Added to the above is continuous load-shedding and its impact on our assets; vandalism, crime, and extortion that delay and interrupt capital projects. More information about the Urban Mobility Summit:<ul><li>Is hosted in Cape Town on 3 and 4 October 2023</li><li>Six panel discussions will take place over two days. Experts and stakeholders will address topics that are in the public interest, and of local and national concern</li><li>The Summit programme outlines the time slots for each discussion, and the speakers. The programme is available here: <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/UrbanMobilitySummit" target="_blank">https://www.capetown.gov.za/UrbanMobilitySummit</a></li><li>The public can follow these discussions online, via the following links: Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/%40CityofCapeTown021/streams" target="_blank">bit.ly/CCTYoutube</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/cityofct/" target="_blank">bit.ly/CityofCTLinkedIn</a></li></ul> Discussion topicsTuesday, 3 October 2023<ul><li>Passenger rail reform – the need for passenger rail reform, the Constitutional mandate, the economics, funding, and operating responsibilities</li><li>Putting people first in transport spaces – private car use dominates and determines development trends in Cape Town; how to promote transport efficiencies and spatial justice when the lack of sufficient public transport will not be resolved any time soon</li><li>Formalising and modernising the minibus-taxi industry – the industry faces numerous challenges due to its informal nature, and a lack of investment and subsidies, it is missing out on the advantages of smart technologies and innovation. Is there a case for formalisation, and how?</li><li>Sustainable mobility – Cape Town's road network consists of over 10 700km and congestion is a major challenge, exacerbated by the implosion of passenger rail and our spatial form. How do these environmental challenges impact sustainable mobility and future planning?</li></ul>Wednesday, 4 October 2023<ul><li>Delivering services when vandalism, theft, intimidation and crime undermine our infrastructure programme – demands for protection money, threats, intimidation, attacks, theft and robbery pose serious challenges and undermine the City's efforts to deliver on its mandate. The panel will discuss the impact of criminality on commuters, and the City's efforts to keep on delivering services and capital projects in a volatile environment. </li><li>Urban solutions in a complex environment – tapping into everything smart and innovative to beat load-shedding and criminality, and working towards a transport vision where Cape Town has an integrated, intermodal public transport system with one ticket across different modes, be it for the train, the bus, or the minibus-taxi</li></ul> The City of Cape Town is committed to building resilience, driving transport reform, reducing travel costs and commuting time, and alleviating congestion through innovative solutions and by working closely with transport stakeholders. This is in the interest of commuters, Capetonians, and our local economy. Collaboration is needed now more than ever, to navigate the complex transport landscape, and to keep people, goods and services moving in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The summit will be livestreamed so that the public can follow the discussions online. I encourage Capetonians to save the date, and join the conversation. End

2023-09-26T22:00:00Z

Steenbras Nature Reserve, Gorge hike closed until further notice

The storm over the long weekend has resulted in severe flooding of the Steenbras Nature Reserve and along Clarence Drive near Gordon's Bay.

The storm over the long weekend has resulted in severe flooding of the Steenbras Nature Reserve and along Clarence Drive near Gordon's Bay. As such, the City regrets to inform the public that it will not be taking bookings for the popular Steenbras Gorge hike, and that the reserve will remain closed to the public until we have completed an assessment of the damage to the reserve and hiking trails.'We normally open bookings for the Steenbras Gorge hike on 1 October 2023. Unfortunately, we have to delay bookings this year due to flooding and damage to the hiking trail. Our reserve staff have not been able to access the gorge as yet to assess the extent of the damage and the time it will take to do repairs. Access to the start of the hiking trail is also impossible, given the closure of Clarence Drive due to storm damage and flooding. We will inform the public once we know more,' said the City's Deputy Mayor and Mayoral Committee Member for Spatial Planning and Environment, Alderman Eddie Andrews.Queries may be sent to <a href="mailto:Steenbras.NatureReserve@capetown.gov.za" target="_blank">Steenbras.NatureReserve@capetown.gov.za</a> End

2023-09-26T22:00:00Z

New high-tech factory to boost Cape Town’s clothing and textile industry

The garment manufacturer is a division of the Ivili Group, a South African woman-owned company that is aiming to lead the charge towards increasing locally produced

The garment manufacturer is a division of the Ivili Group, a South African woman-owned company that is aiming to lead the charge towards increasing locally produced apparel from the current 44% to 65% by 2030. 'I had the privilege of meeting with the founders of the Ivili Group last year and helping them to connect with other suppliers and roleplayers in the clothing ecosystem. To see them take this massive step forward, both for themselves and for the clothing and textile manufacturing sector at large, is gratifying and an example of the power of networking opportunities,' said Alderman Vos. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/hitech1.JPG" class="responsive" alt="" style="width:1069px;" /> </figure>Ivilitex's initial production will consist of jeanswear for the local retailer market and will make use of state-of-the-art technology that will allow for the production and washing of garments with optimum levels of output and efficiency while maintaining the lowest impact on the environment. With this machinery, the factory team can produce a pair of jeans in less than 13 minutes. Once their full staff complement of a few hundred people are on site, the facility is aiming for a capacity of 1 500 units per day and 33 000 per month. Speaking at the opening, Alderman Vos said that Cape Town is home to a colourful patchwork of clothing and textile companies and that the industry was a key driver of economic growth and job creation in the metro and province. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/hitech2.JPG" class="responsive" alt="" style="width:1069px;" /> </figure>'From the small and medium-sized enterprises to large retailers with global footprints, the local industry makes up around 14% of manufacturing employment in the country, meaning that it facilitates an estimated 60 000 to 80 000 jobs. Of this, 23 800 people work in Cape Town. 'Research by the Cape Clothing and Textile Cluster – a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) that the City proudly funds and works with to foster sectoral skills development and investments - has found that at least 20 000 jobs can be created in this industry in the Mother City alone. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/hitech3.JPG" class="responsive" alt="" style="width:1069px;" /> </figure>'To do this, we must focus our efforts on building local production and supporting innovative products and practices such as those from companies such as Ivili Group. Over the next financial year (July 2023 – June 2024), the City has allocated R41 million in its 'Building Hope' Budget towards SPV projects to attract jobs and investors to Cape Town. With our projects and programmes, we will continue to lay the foundations for a stronger economy that supports more people and makes Cape Town the easiest place in Africa to do business,' said Alderman Vos.<div> </div><div>End </div>

2023-09-26T22:00:00Z

More seasonal lifeguards needed

Those hoping to be lifeguards can still apply during the second round of applications which are currently open and will close on 2 October 2023.

Those hoping to be lifeguards can still apply during the second round of applications which are currently open and will close on 2 October 2023.The swimming season commences late in September 2023 and will end in April 2024, with the high season starting on 1 December 2023.'Our lifeguards are an important part of ensuring a safe and festive summer season. They are there to look out for bathers and potential water hazards, components of our Drowning Prevention service. It's a job that requires commitment and vigilance,' said Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Councillor Patricia van der Ross.Any person wishing to apply has to register for e-recruitment and complete the application form online.Cellphones are not compatible with the application process and applicants must use a computer with internet access to apply, and this includes using a SmartCape computer at a City library.Applicants who applied in July 2023 must not re-apply.All candidates have to pass a physical assessment where their capabilities and fitness level must be up to standard. Pool lifeguards are required to swim 100 metres in under two minutes, while beach lifeguards are tested to swim 400 metres in under eight minutes.The criteria for becoming a lifeguard is carefully considered and only candidates who make it through all levels of assessment are appointed to safeguard lives on the City's beaches and at swimming pools.'While we receive huge numbers of applications, many candidates fall short due to not having the minimum requirements listed in the job description, incomplete applications on e-recruitment and failing to complete fitness and technical competency practical assessments, among other requirements. If you qualify, please apply for the opportunity to become part of our Drowning Prevention lifeguard contingent for the summer,' added Councillor Van der Ross.Below is a list of staff members to contact for further assistance regarding the current application process only: <table cellspacing="0" width="100%" class="ms-rteTable-default"><tbody><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:16.6667%;">Area</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:16.6667%;">Staff name</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:16.6667%;">Location </td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:16.6667%;">Contact number</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:16.6667%;">Period when assistance can be provided</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:16.6667%;">Times when assistance can be provided</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Central</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Wesley Cornelius;Jacklyn Nel</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">78 Alexander Street, Parow</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 444 7647021 444 0907</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Monday – Friday </td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 12:00</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">North </td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Terri Malander-Heinkens</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Theo Marai Sports Complex, Koeberg Road, Milnerton</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 814 1528 </td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesdays and Thursdays </td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 12:00</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">North</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Eugene Siebritz</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">16 Willow Road, Observatory</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 444 3398</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesdays and Thursdays </td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 12: 00</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">North</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Chanel Petersen</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Woodstock Area Office, c/o Clyde and Aberdeen Roads</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 444 3786</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesdays and Thursdays</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 12:00</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">South</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Chantal Olivier</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Retreat Indoor Swimming Pool</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 814 1200</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesdays and Thursdays</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 14:00</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">South </td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Quinton Meyer</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Lentegeur Swimming Pool</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 400 2480</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesdays and Thursdays</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 14:00</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">South</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Mzamo Sithole</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Wynberg Swimming Pool</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 400 5396</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesdays and Thursdays</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 14:00</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">South</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tarkquin Paramoer</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Newlands Swimming Pool</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 444 8794</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesdays and Thursdays</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 14:00</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">South </td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Lubabalo Balintulo; Sabelo Mkoko</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Strandfontein/Blue Waters Beaches</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">021 444 8792</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesdays and Thursdays</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">09:00 – 14:00 </td></tr></tbody></table>End

2023-09-25T22:00:00Z

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Pay and renew your vehicle licence

There are a number of different options you can use when paying for and renewing your vehicle licence renewal.

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Prevent illegal dumping

We are calling on all our residents to stop and report illegal dumping … Illegal dumping costs us money It costs the City R350 million every year to clean up illegal dumping …

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Informal trading

Informal trade is a very important part of Cape Town's economy and benefits both traders and locals.

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Submit a building plan

If you are planning any building work on a property, you may need to submit a building plan for approval.

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City jobs and opportunities

The City offers a range of employment and career development opportunities to suitably qualified applicants from a range of social and educational backgrounds.

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Pay your rates and services accounts

You can pay your rates and services account in a number of different ways.

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District plans

The District Plans are medium term (10 year) plans that aim to guide spatial development processes and land use management within the district and are approved by the Council of City of Cape Town as policy.

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The Business Hub

The Business Hub provides information on starting and growing your business.

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Dam levels

The dam levels are critical for Cape Town’s water supply and are a key contributor to the Day Zero water dashboard

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Prevent blocked sewers

The City has an excessively high number of sewer blockages each year. On average, we attend to nearly 300 sewer blockages every day. Clearing these blockages makes our operational costs higher.

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Registering as an accredited waste service provider ensures that your business is compliant with the City's Integrated Waste Management By-law.

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Apply for new or replacement driver's licence

Find out how to get a new or replacement driver’s licence.

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Green Infrastructure Programme

We are developing a Green Infrastructure Programme (GIP) for Cape Town. This will improve current natural assets and help towards the planning of new green and sustainable features.

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Find your councillor, ward or subcouncil

You can find your councillor, ward or subcouncil using our easy look-up tool.

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Apply for a wheelie bin

Property owners can apply for a 240 litre wheelie bin for their household

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Get Grants-in-Aid funding

The City of Cape Town makes grants-in-aid available to organisations to fund projects that benefit the community and assist the City in realising its goals and objectives as set out by the Integrated Development Plan (IDP).

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Cape Town Future Energy Festival

The Cape Town Future Energy Festival is a showcase of innovation and sustainable living.

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Coronavirus

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new disease that was recently declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO)

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Comment on the proposed MyCiTi Phase 2A stop locations along direct routes

10 October – 30 November 2022

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Coronavirus updates

We are operating with reduced services and communication channels as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and national lockdown.

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