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City urges residents to make use of Walk-in Centre online booking system City urges residents to make use of Walk-in Centre online booking system <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cash-And-Enquiry-Offices-Listing.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2022-10-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#e2c4d983-bbfc-4d41-ae56-89aacd57eb6e;L0|#0e2c4d983-bbfc-4d41-ae56-89aacd57eb6e|walk-in centre;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1cc729aa-bb76-46e1-b8a7-a9eb2902dd6f;L0|#01cc729aa-bb76-46e1-b8a7-a9eb2902dd6f|online services;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/City urges residents to make use of Walk-in Centre online booking system
Your City in 60 secondsYour City in 60 seconds<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Site%20Images/Media%20Centre%20Header%20Image.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2026-04-16T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891d1https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/Your City in 60 seconds

 

 

Your City in 60 secondsYour City in 60 seconds<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Site%20Images/Media%20Centre%20Header%20Image.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Catch up on the latest important City news updates with your City in 60 seconds.2026-04-16T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891d1
Weather shift offers an opportunity for pre-winter checksWeather shift offers an opportunity for pre-winter checks<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Condensation%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), there is a chance of light to moderate showers until Sunday.2026-04-16T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#3bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50;L0|#03bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50|JP Smith;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3f57ea8a-3adb-4a8f-bb3a-0a20a62c7fe9;GP0|#fe65dbbc-d69c-4a2b-bef0-3ece0313903f;L0|#0fe65dbbc-d69c-4a2b-bef0-3ece0313903f|weather caution;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#2ed2e328-76fa-47cf-96c1-0c869efb561b;L0|#02ed2e328-76fa-47cf-96c1-0c869efb561b|Disaster Risk Management;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Hout Bay facilities restored with over R9 million investment in community spacesHout Bay facilities restored with over R9 million investment in community spaces<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town will reopen the Hangberg Civic Centre following a full refurbishment after its illegal occupation and vandalism2026-04-16T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#633591e2-ed41-4816-9750-3d5f5090deda;L0|#0633591e2-ed41-4816-9750-3d5f5090deda|illegal activity;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#fc0a19bf-6a9b-42af-bc90-8a0d4b9f4eac;L0|#0fc0a19bf-6a9b-42af-bc90-8a0d4b9f4eac|vandalism;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#e938824e-250c-49c3-b7f5-3ea9336e2e9f;L0|#0e938824e-250c-49c3-b7f5-3ea9336e2e9f|Hout Bay;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Strand, Bonteheuwel and Langa: The City’s Mobile Office is coming to youStrand, Bonteheuwel and Langa: The City’s Mobile Office is coming to you<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office is heading to Strand, Bonteheuwel and Langa next week to bring essential municipal services directly to residents' doorsteps2026-04-16T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#d5c70dae-9194-4b88-baca-64288ebffdf3;L0|#0d5c70dae-9194-4b88-baca-64288ebffdf3|Bonteheuwel;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#54023efe-5443-41f4-98c9-065296a7c3d7;L0|#054023efe-5443-41f4-98c9-065296a7c3d7|service delivery;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Stormwater upgrade and road rehabilitation under way in Green PointStormwater upgrade and road rehabilitation under way in Green Point<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development%20charges%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />We would like to advise residents of the roadworks that will be under way over the next two months along Haytor Road.2026-04-15T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#64b963e9-b332-43e2-a913-8829ff3d5853;L0|#064b963e9-b332-43e2-a913-8829ff3d5853|road;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#72810732-9691-4ac2-ac45-75fc87ed6e73;L0|#072810732-9691-4ac2-ac45-75fc87ed6e73|roads and storm water rehabilitation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#0212ec81-3cea-4d6f-8cd2-9607f8d963a2;L0|#00212ec81-3cea-4d6f-8cd2-9607f8d963a2|Green Point;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City advises residents of critical electricity maintenance in Beacon ValleyCity advises residents of critical electricity maintenance in Beacon Valley<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Electricity%20and%20energy%20education%20resources%20Header%20Image.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Please note that the interruption to supply will only impact the areas on the maps and only on the relevant dates. The work will be carried out from 08:00 to 18:002026-04-15T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#b195be29-9300-4dc7-ac99-92629ce847ac;L0|#0b195be29-9300-4dc7-ac99-92629ce847ac|electricity;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755;L0|#03e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755|maintenance;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City advises residents of critical electricity maintenance in Colorado ParkCity advises residents of critical electricity maintenance in Colorado Park<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City advises Colorado Park residents of an upcoming critical electricity supply interruption for infrastructure maintenance, which will be carried out on Friday, 24 April 20262026-04-15T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#792a36fa-9d0a-4f24-9f63-98557db59729;L0|#0792a36fa-9d0a-4f24-9f63-98557db59729|Mitchells Plain;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#46cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5;L0|#046cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5|infrastructural upgrades;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#fa689e9d-c6a8-4381-8a1c-f55592d5d2a41
A Day of 1 000 Opportunities at capacity, apply onlineA Day of 1 000 Opportunities at capacity, apply online<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town thanks residents for the exceptional turnout at A Day of 1 000 Opportunities at Athlone Stadium today, Thursday, 16 April 20262026-04-15T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#09cdf90f-b8ed-4703-9d1d-f3deb2a7109b;L0|#009cdf90f-b8ed-4703-9d1d-f3deb2a7109b|job opportunities;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#7e018fb4-a3e1-4a47-ab84-74e9fbdb352f;L0|#07e018fb4-a3e1-4a47-ab84-74e9fbdb352f|Athlone Stadium;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City commences with roadworks along Olieboom Road in PhilippiCity commences with roadworks along Olieboom Road in Philippi<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development%20charges%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate hereby informs residents and road users that roadworks on Olieboom Road between Varkensvlei Road and Punt Road are starting today2026-04-15T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#f1734e52-da42-4cfc-a3a5-3514093d3513;L0|#0f1734e52-da42-4cfc-a3a5-3514093d3513|roads;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1d7b2c00-145c-4413-8135-dda30b1742ff;L0|#01d7b2c00-145c-4413-8135-dda30b1742ff|rehabilitation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#b3ee8cba-4ab7-4172-b986-48fc97a711d71
Commercial Short-Term Letting compliance updates to City Rates Policy Commercial Short-Term Letting compliance updates to City Rates Policy <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/%28Treasury%29%20Policies%20and%20publications%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Cape Town’s Rates Policy requires that commercial property rates be paid for premises used for commercial short-term letting.2026-04-15T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#68c6f2c0-43e8-4b23-ac9b-11a813bbb8b1;L0|#068c6f2c0-43e8-4b23-ac9b-11a813bbb8b1|have your say;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#40069447-c9f4-4b4c-a0a9-22fcbdcd3778;L0|#040069447-c9f4-4b4c-a0a9-22fcbdcd3778|rates;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Update on A Day of 1000 Opportunities at Athlone StadiumUpdate on A Day of 1000 Opportunities at Athlone Stadium<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City empathises with the plight of so many Capetonians in their bid to secure work.2026-04-15T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#c5e60ff7-df8e-4541-8068-1c874082b09d;L0|#0c5e60ff7-df8e-4541-8068-1c874082b09d|Job creation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#09cdf90f-b8ed-4703-9d1d-f3deb2a7109b;L0|#009cdf90f-b8ed-4703-9d1d-f3deb2a7109b|job opportunities;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City strongly condemns repeated burglaries at Athlone LibraryCity strongly condemns repeated burglaries at Athlone Library<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/athlone_library_header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The Athlone Library is offering limited services after it was burgled two weekends in a row. 2026-04-14T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ce1ea6fb-9547-456c-8966-17e0633f9cfe;L0|#0ce1ea6fb-9547-456c-8966-17e0633f9cfe|Athlone CBD;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#fc0a19bf-6a9b-42af-bc90-8a0d4b9f4eac;L0|#0fc0a19bf-6a9b-42af-bc90-8a0d4b9f4eac|vandalism;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#633591e2-ed41-4816-9750-3d5f5090deda;L0|#0633591e2-ed41-4816-9750-3d5f5090deda|illegal activity;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City’s first electric bus to arrive in August City’s first electric bus to arrive in August <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Buses%20in%20Cape%20Town%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />All-in-all, the City will take delivery of 30 low-floor electric buses between August 2026 and June 2027. 2026-04-14T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea;L0|#0ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea|MyCiTi;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#849c71d3-ed9d-4ce2-89f6-03e9c6f179ef;L0|#0849c71d3-ed9d-4ce2-89f6-03e9c6f179ef|Fleet Management;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#ed82ebba-eb32-4b9a-99c9-da3e081869a6;GP0|#d25ee2ef-107b-45df-97aa-31f828bbe26f;L0|#0d25ee2ef-107b-45df-97aa-31f828bbe26f|Electric buses;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Have your say on proposed one-way road conversions in Bothasig and Valmary ParkHave your say on proposed one-way road conversions in Bothasig and Valmary Park<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development%20charges%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />These proposals are designed to improve traffic flow, enhance safety and create a more organised road environment around Bosmansdam Primary School in Bothasig, as well as around Durbanville Preparatory School in Valmary Park2026-04-14T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#397091ad-b58d-407b-bd87-e5cd2a2d2c2e;L0|#0397091ad-b58d-407b-bd87-e5cd2a2d2c2e|Bothasig;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#f1734e52-da42-4cfc-a3a5-3514093d3513;L0|#0f1734e52-da42-4cfc-a3a5-3514093d3513|roads;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#2d9d26f8-fc9c-42a9-8fb2-4688d58c4173;L0|#02d9d26f8-fc9c-42a9-8fb2-4688d58c4173|Public participation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Energy teams attend to 8 532 streetlight related requests between February and MarchEnergy teams attend to 8 532 streetlight related requests between February and March<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/How%20does%20the%20Budget%20work_%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The City’s Energy teams attended to 8 532 streetlight-related service requests between 26 February and 25 March 20262026-04-14T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#b225f50b-ee1a-4514-87c7-5dd3bcbb72f4;L0|#0b225f50b-ee1a-4514-87c7-5dd3bcbb72f4|street lights;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#b195be29-9300-4dc7-ac99-92629ce847ac;L0|#0b195be29-9300-4dc7-ac99-92629ce847ac|electricity;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#0afcfac1-2bfe-46c7-aba2-9b34a2d8e722;L0|#00afcfac1-2bfe-46c7-aba2-9b34a2d8e722|energy technology;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City strengthens recycling drive, residents urged to reduce wasteCity strengthens recycling drive, residents urged to reduce waste<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Integrated%20waste%20management%20plans%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City’s Urban Waste Management Directorate is intensifying its focus on waste minimisation through recycling, reuse and composting2026-04-14T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#8959282d-8fda-435e-98e6-b56e52eeb32a;L0|#08959282d-8fda-435e-98e6-b56e52eeb32a|recycling;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#b1eb3468-116a-4358-8d1e-cfc5fd63ee0a;L0|#0b1eb3468-116a-4358-8d1e-cfc5fd63ee0a|Waste disposal;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Water Warriors partner with City, remove 80 bags of waste from the Diep RiverWater Warriors partner with City, remove 80 bags of waste from the Diep River<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The coordinators of the WWP equipped a group of 20 CPUT student volunteers with the essential knowledge and skills2026-04-14T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#70fb6ddb-a7e5-482a-9a37-5ae870bb06a2;L0|#070fb6ddb-a7e5-482a-9a37-5ae870bb06a2|Water and Sanitation Department;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#2fa20e52-3e1f-4b24-83b1-e520b53f122f;L0|#02fa20e52-3e1f-4b24-83b1-e520b53f122f|volunteers;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Cape Town opens more ways for residents to shape the CityCape Town opens more ways for residents to shape the City<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Former%20Mayors%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Public participation is not only a legislative requirement, but something which the City of Cape Town takes very seriously2026-04-14T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#2d9d26f8-fc9c-42a9-8fb2-4688d58c4173;L0|#02d9d26f8-fc9c-42a9-8fb2-4688d58c4173|Public participation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#e9b9f4eb-c44b-43cd-83be-f031606a3363;L0|#0e9b9f4eb-c44b-43cd-83be-f031606a3363|Future needs;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Roadworks under way in Uitzicht, Durbanville, Eversdal Heights, Scottsville, Kenridge, Door de Kraal and ContermanskloofRoadworks under way in Uitzicht, Durbanville, Eversdal Heights, Scottsville, Kenridge, Door de Kraal and Contermanskloof<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development%20charges%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />‘Residents, businesses and road users in the Uitzicht; Durbanville and surrounding areas can look forward to smoother road surfaces and improved safety once these roadworks are complete2026-04-13T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#46cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5;L0|#046cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5|infrastructural upgrades;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#fa689e9d-c6a8-4381-8a1c-f55592d5d2a4;GP0|#f1734e52-da42-4cfc-a3a5-3514093d3513;L0|#0f1734e52-da42-4cfc-a3a5-3514093d3513|roads;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Some City services offline for system maintenanceSome City services offline for system maintenance<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cyberbullying%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City advises residents that its SAP and eServices system will be offline over the coming weekend, 18 to 20 April 2026, for necessary system maintenance.2026-04-13T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#56798dfb-10a6-4cdb-846d-926a0bcb5101;L0|#056798dfb-10a6-4cdb-846d-926a0bcb5101|E-services;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#81d3a66c-dffb-4eaf-b8f8-dc23eff3906e;L0|#081d3a66c-dffb-4eaf-b8f8-dc23eff3906e|payment processing;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City’s Smart Speed Signs an effective speed calming toolCity’s Smart Speed Signs an effective speed calming tool<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate continues to install Smart Speed Signs (SSS) on request from wards across Cape Town.2026-04-13T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#3f8a5a6a-1a5d-4726-9c9e-4ae2b5304364;L0|#03f8a5a6a-1a5d-4726-9c9e-4ae2b5304364|Speed camera;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#21cb74ea-4692-45c3-991f-7fee73462fed;L0|#021cb74ea-4692-45c3-991f-7fee73462fed|transport planning;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Vygieskraal set to bring cycling back to the track Vygieskraal set to bring cycling back to the track <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />For decades, Vygieskraal has been a cornerstone of community sport in Cape Town2026-04-13T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#908c96d1-0852-4e9a-bc76-981d490f485f;L0|#0908c96d1-0852-4e9a-bc76-981d490f485f|vygieskraal stadium;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#46cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5;L0|#046cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5|infrastructural upgrades;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#fa689e9d-c6a8-4381-8a1c-f55592d5d2a41
Africa’s biggest travel and trade show under way this weekAfrica’s biggest travel and trade show under way this week<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%20Competitive%20Advantage%20Factors%20Headers.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2026, the continent’s largest tourism and hospitality trade show, kicked off this week at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. 2026-04-13T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#d08cd3e8-f062-40f9-8e56-47511c046809;L0|#0d08cd3e8-f062-40f9-8e56-47511c046809|travel;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#e461c33b-5a6b-427b-aab7-ae593fa11e6d;L0|#0e461c33b-5a6b-427b-aab7-ae593fa11e6d|awards;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
A busy mid-month weekend for Events Permit Office A busy mid-month weekend for Events Permit Office <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City's Event Permit Office is experiencing a busy month with a lot of events happening2026-04-13T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#f9891347-9853-4a33-be46-2fd52a61e835;L0|#0f9891347-9853-4a33-be46-2fd52a61e835|events;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#b480eb1b-cfa8-45cf-ab3d-21f848f482e9;L0|#0b480eb1b-cfa8-45cf-ab3d-21f848f482e9|safety and security;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City condemns attempts to free gun-wielding suspectCity condemns attempts to free gun-wielding suspect<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Law-Enforcement-Security-Header.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Metro Police officers were stoned by hostile community members in Athlone this weekend2026-04-12T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#4bcb251f-1166-4a1c-8ee5-d33721046dec;L0|#04bcb251f-1166-4a1c-8ee5-d33721046dec|law enforcement;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50;L0|#03bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50|JP Smith;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3f57ea8a-3adb-4a8f-bb3a-0a20a62c7fe9;GP0|#78273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255;L0|#078273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255|Metro police;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Invest Cape Town Centre shows diverse, innovative economy in actionInvest Cape Town Centre shows diverse, innovative economy in action<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​A range of new Cape-made products has gone on display at the Invest Cape Town Centre at City Hall in the CBD2026-04-12T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#e72d3c36-1039-40f5-898a-7950dc0c4827;L0|#0e72d3c36-1039-40f5-898a-7950dc0c4827|Investment;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#0d29db74-fa67-4ad8-af55-abeaebf03a5d;L0|#00d29db74-fa67-4ad8-af55-abeaebf03a5d|products;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#7eef497d-25f7-422e-98b1-aa9bc9de6515;L0|#07eef497d-25f7-422e-98b1-aa9bc9de6515|Business;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Planned water supply maintenance for 13 to 16 April 2026Planned water supply maintenance for 13 to 16 April 2026<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be doing planned work in the identified areas, which will result in water supply disruptions.2026-04-11T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#0e60a109-5937-4ecb-8a6a-1d18b5ebb3ba;L0|#00e60a109-5937-4ecb-8a6a-1d18b5ebb3ba|water safety;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Budget prioritises healthy vleis, a resilient coastline, biodiversity, urban regeneration, and economic growthBudget prioritises healthy vleis, a resilient coastline, biodiversity, urban regeneration, and economic growth<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Beaches-Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town’s draft budget for the new financial year, starting 1 July 2026, was tabled at the Council meeting on 30 March2026-04-11T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#0ab901dc-08fc-4328-86e9-d67d3a0317b4;L0|#00ab901dc-08fc-4328-86e9-d67d3a0317b4|spacial planning and land use management;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#5cef3550-8a32-4ff2-8bc5-7fd3bc2ba149;L0|#05cef3550-8a32-4ff2-8bc5-7fd3bc2ba149|Economic growth;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City celebrates its adult education learners at annual reading competitionCity celebrates its adult education learners at annual reading competition<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Develop%20your%20skills%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City’s AET programme has been empowering staff for over 25 years and attracts participants aged between 25 and 65 years2026-04-09T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#7fc98878-43ce-460c-85d2-58da773e91dd;L0|#07fc98878-43ce-460c-85d2-58da773e91dd|adult education and training;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City’s Mobile Office going to Gugulethu and Blue Downs next weekCity’s Mobile Office going to Gugulethu and Blue Downs next week<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/CCT-graphic-1440x250.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office will once again be on the move to provide residents with convenient access to essential municipal services. 2026-04-09T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#426f33a2-4cf0-4de1-9b5b-d1e5123efbe4;L0|#0426f33a2-4cf0-4de1-9b5b-d1e5123efbe4|Gugulethu;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#54023efe-5443-41f4-98c9-065296a7c3d7;L0|#054023efe-5443-41f4-98c9-065296a7c3d7|service delivery;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#2436faa7-2f7d-4dcb-bbc9-38a17aecc940;L0|#02436faa7-2f7d-4dcb-bbc9-38a17aecc940|Blue Downs;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Interim measures for garden waste at City drop-off sites continueInterim measures for garden waste at City drop-off sites continue<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/drop%20off%20waste%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Residents are encouraged to plan their visits accordingly and to comply with site restrictions to ensure safe and efficient operations at all facilities. 2026-04-09T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#3bfc38ae-5d8f-4c08-b634-76e27ca72db3;L0|#03bfc38ae-5d8f-4c08-b634-76e27ca72db3|drop off;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#ca9ce429-5e55-408b-9cca-895ecb832f8b;L0|#0ca9ce429-5e55-408b-9cca-895ecb832f8b|facilities;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#e337671e-a409-4fdd-ba27-d0fa0c548cbe;L0|#0e337671e-a409-4fdd-ba27-d0fa0c548cbe|waste drop-off sites;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Lifeguard season comes to an end after safest summer in seven yearsLifeguard season comes to an end after safest summer in seven years<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Bonteheuwel_SwimmingPoolBanner.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Lifeguards play a critical role in the City’s Drowning Prevention Strategy each year.2026-04-09T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#dfe312c6-6aee-4634-9fac-10a95642c844;L0|#0dfe312c6-6aee-4634-9fac-10a95642c844|lifesaving;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3000e814-db15-4d80-8852-2077304275bd;L0|#03000e814-db15-4d80-8852-2077304275bd|lifeguards;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#bc10fdf4-41a1-4d4b-b396-659b52e135b0;L0|#0bc10fdf4-41a1-4d4b-b396-659b52e135b0|pools;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Waste not, want profit? City-funded WISP a win for businessesWaste not, want profit? City-funded WISP a win for businesses<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Business%20trading%20premises%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />These synergies have also generated over R155 million in financial benefits and created 411 jobs across the economy2026-04-09T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#7eef497d-25f7-422e-98b1-aa9bc9de6515;L0|#07eef497d-25f7-422e-98b1-aa9bc9de6515|Business;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#c5e60ff7-df8e-4541-8068-1c874082b09d;L0|#0c5e60ff7-df8e-4541-8068-1c874082b09d|Job creation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
New water use target, Cape Town’s dam levels dip to 45,9%New water use target, Cape Town’s dam levels dip to 45,9%<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/tap_water.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />From April, the City has changed to a proactive winter water savings target, now calling on Team Cape Town to collectively use less than 860 million litres a day. 2026-04-09T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#4aeffa45-6f38-46b7-bd4d-6ecf13ae2543;L0|#04aeffa45-6f38-46b7-bd4d-6ecf13ae2543|dam levels;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#d45c4978-b3f4-402c-b248-6ebd1a0065ec;L0|#0d45c4978-b3f4-402c-b248-6ebd1a0065ec|Water and sanitation directorate;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#0e2be812-d82a-41a3-aa0e-a967e14995b8;L0|#00e2be812-d82a-41a3-aa0e-a967e14995b8|save water;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Call on public to participate in rethinking Harrington Square and surroundsCall on public to participate in rethinking Harrington Square and surrounds<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The City of Cape Town is calling on residents, stakeholders, and interested and affected parties to get involved in the renewal and reshaping of Harrington Square2026-04-08T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#0ab901dc-08fc-4328-86e9-d67d3a0317b4;L0|#00ab901dc-08fc-4328-86e9-d67d3a0317b4|spacial planning and land use management;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#df7359f0-0d0f-46e0-b90f-d487358df9bb;L0|#0df7359f0-0d0f-46e0-b90f-d487358df9bb|district six;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#46cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5;L0|#046cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5|infrastructural upgrades;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#fa689e9d-c6a8-4381-8a1c-f55592d5d2a41
City boosts efforts to repair and protect electricity infrastructure in Bishop LavisCity boosts efforts to repair and protect electricity infrastructure in Bishop Lavis<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City’s streetlight and high mast repair and maintenance interventions form part of our broader strategy to improve service delivery and to protect our essential infrastructure in high risk areas2026-04-08T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#6c972c02-880e-4602-ac02-c9b618f97aa3;L0|#06c972c02-880e-4602-ac02-c9b618f97aa3|scrapyard;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#633591e2-ed41-4816-9750-3d5f5090deda;L0|#0633591e2-ed41-4816-9750-3d5f5090deda|illegal activity;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#7d56ebaa-5f6c-4f7b-b21a-9bda3489bb82;L0|#07d56ebaa-5f6c-4f7b-b21a-9bda3489bb82|Bishop Lavis;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Food containers and coffee cups dominate Carbon Smart Beach Clean-UpFood containers and coffee cups dominate Carbon Smart Beach Clean-Up<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Beaches-Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> Global Recycling Day, which is observed annually on 18 March, the City of Cape Town’s Biodiversity Management Branch hosted a collaborative beach clean-up in Hout Bay on Friday, 27 March 2026.2026-04-08T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ff0b55f9-77e2-44c8-8ba0-61504af16684;L0|#0ff0b55f9-77e2-44c8-8ba0-61504af16684|Beach;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#dcbc18e5-db43-43d5-88de-01e967ffe8f5;L0|#0dcbc18e5-db43-43d5-88de-01e967ffe8f5|cleaning;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
New Film Fund recipients set to spotlight Cape Town on screenNew Film Fund recipients set to spotlight Cape Town on screen<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Events%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town is excited to announce the beneficiaries of the 2025/26 film fund. 2026-04-08T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#7d9308ad-935f-4390-9ab1-07476217d1a3;L0|#07d9308ad-935f-4390-9ab1-07476217d1a3|filming;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#a7f1727a-ecb9-48cd-9c25-a2b1b11ec719;L0|#0a7f1727a-ecb9-48cd-9c25-a2b1b11ec719|filming permit;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Temporary closure of NY 72 Road access to Govan Mbeki Road in GugulethuTemporary closure of NY 72 Road access to Govan Mbeki Road in Gugulethu<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town would like to advise residents and road users that NY 72 Road, at its intersection with Govan Mbeki Road in Gugulethu, will be temporarily closed to all traffic 2026-04-08T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#426f33a2-4cf0-4de1-9b5b-d1e5123efbe4;L0|#0426f33a2-4cf0-4de1-9b5b-d1e5123efbe4|Gugulethu;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1fe0736b-bcf8-43e0-ac76-5418bf622948;L0|#01fe0736b-bcf8-43e0-ac76-5418bf622948|road closures;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea;L0|#0ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea|MyCiTi;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Vendor applications open for Mitchells Plain Freedom Day CelebrationVendor applications open for Mitchells Plain Freedom Day Celebration<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town proudly presents the Mitchells Plain Freedom Day Celebration on Freedom Day, Monday, 27 April 2026. 2026-04-08T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#792a36fa-9d0a-4f24-9f63-98557db59729;L0|#0792a36fa-9d0a-4f24-9f63-98557db59729|Mitchells Plain;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#89e5a6b5-9410-4893-8449-1d9cc1689445;L0|#089e5a6b5-9410-4893-8449-1d9cc1689445|festival;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#9b890b8d-9aea-40ec-9409-1d5794d35515;L0|#09b890b8d-9aea-40ec-9409-1d5794d35515|vendors;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Cape Town partners with STADIO Higher Education for metro policing bachelor’s degreeCape Town partners with STADIO Higher Education for metro policing bachelor’s degree<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />STADIO already offers a Bachelors in Policing Practises that will form the foundation for the crafting of the municipal qualification.2026-04-08T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#90b49a62-96e2-436a-9c68-187c9ab33534;L0|#090b49a62-96e2-436a-9c68-187c9ab33534|Mayor;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#30ed7e10-4c9b-499f-a30c-3cdc3fc9e6c8;L0|#030ed7e10-4c9b-499f-a30c-3cdc3fc9e6c8|Safety and Security Directorate;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50;L0|#03bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50|JP Smith;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3f57ea8a-3adb-4a8f-bb3a-0a20a62c7fe91
City commences with modification of Zeekoevlei weirCity commences with modification of Zeekoevlei weir<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20map%20viewer%20Header%20Image.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The False Bay Nature Reserve is a site of international importance according to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands2026-04-07T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#a6695739-564f-4371-9249-88d212fc205c;L0|#0a6695739-564f-4371-9249-88d212fc205c|false bay nature reserve;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#aebd769e-785e-4b86-aa68-3176fd6d892f;L0|#0aebd769e-785e-4b86-aa68-3176fd6d892f|Wetlands;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
A Day of 1000 Opportunities returns to Athlone Stadium – don’t miss out!A Day of 1000 Opportunities returns to Athlone Stadium – don’t miss out!<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Hosted by CapeBPO, the City’s special purpose vehicle (SPV), A Day of 1000 Opportunities is a direct path for job-hunting youth into the flourishing contact centre industr2026-04-07T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#c90f539a-b8d8-4b0b-b2bc-828b0f981471;L0|#0c90f539a-b8d8-4b0b-b2bc-828b0f981471|Call Centre;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#964a04ee-c842-42dc-8dae-ea66d042ba9f;L0|#0964a04ee-c842-42dc-8dae-ea66d042ba9f|opportunities;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#09cdf90f-b8ed-4703-9d1d-f3deb2a7109b;L0|#009cdf90f-b8ed-4703-9d1d-f3deb2a7109b|job opportunities;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Thrilling finish to 37th Bayhill Premier CupThrilling finish to 37th Bayhill Premier Cup<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Sports-Recreation-Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The competition kicked off on Wednesday, 1 April 2026 at Erica Park Stadium in Belhar with the group stages.2026-04-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ea6e772e-a660-4b79-b771-502de7dccd3f;L0|#0ea6e772e-a660-4b79-b771-502de7dccd3f|sport and recreation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Confiscated firearms, ammunition and stolen vehicles fill up Easter basketConfiscated firearms, ammunition and stolen vehicles fill up Easter basket<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The City’s enforcement departments had a busy weekend2026-04-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#b480eb1b-cfa8-45cf-ab3d-21f848f482e9;L0|#0b480eb1b-cfa8-45cf-ab3d-21f848f482e9|safety and security;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#78273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255;L0|#078273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255|Metro police;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City's Let's ACT at Home mall pop up moves to Canal WalkCity's Let's ACT at Home mall pop up moves to Canal Walk<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/ACT_header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​These pop-ups are open to all and form part of the City’s broader efforts to promote sustainable living2026-04-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#c7f780dd-cf9f-4672-a4a6-3847e8bd8f22;L0|#0c7f780dd-cf9f-4672-a4a6-3847e8bd8f22|electricity saving campaign;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#f096aae8-e4dd-41e5-a596-d69a125f1b1b;L0|#0f096aae8-e4dd-41e5-a596-d69a125f1b1b|Sustainability;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Road resurfacing in Goodwood and BellvilleRoad resurfacing in Goodwood and Bellville<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development%20charges%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​​These upgrades are part of the City’s regular maintenance programme to keep roads safe and in good condition for all users2026-04-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#b34d7875-1906-4b8f-857c-83ba595b2cc9;L0|#0b34d7875-1906-4b8f-857c-83ba595b2cc9|Bellville;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#b0090da0-eaa0-4e27-91e2-4a0a75dfaeb0;L0|#0b0090da0-eaa0-4e27-91e2-4a0a75dfaeb0|Goodwood;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#a6816b64-c5b9-4b8d-b55a-cf8b94490ab8;L0|#0a6816b64-c5b9-4b8d-b55a-cf8b94490ab8|maintenance and repairs;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Imizamo Yethu gets sanitation boost with new flush toilets and tapsImizamo Yethu gets sanitation boost with new flush toilets and taps<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/header_roadworks.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />An investment of R1,8 million went into improving sanitation in Imizamo Yethu, where ageing, vandalised and misused infrastructure had reached the end of its lifespan2026-04-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#a3ac5825-3464-4e1b-a58b-75c8b257d806;L0|#0a3ac5825-3464-4e1b-a58b-75c8b257d806|water & sanitation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3964e12e-7ace-4fc3-938d-950ec9e720d2;L0|#03964e12e-7ace-4fc3-938d-950ec9e720d2|informal settlements;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Two Oceans Marathon week guide Two Oceans Marathon week guide <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Former%20Mayors%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Information guide and road closures for the Two Oceans Marathon2026-04-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#f9891347-9853-4a33-be46-2fd52a61e835;L0|#0f9891347-9853-4a33-be46-2fd52a61e835|events;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#b480eb1b-cfa8-45cf-ab3d-21f848f482e9;L0|#0b480eb1b-cfa8-45cf-ab3d-21f848f482e9|safety and security;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1fe0736b-bcf8-43e0-ac76-5418bf622948;L0|#01fe0736b-bcf8-43e0-ac76-5418bf622948|road closures;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Eight billion litres of water saved through using treated effluent Eight billion litres of water saved through using treated effluent <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />With dam levels currently below 50%, it’s more important than ever to use our drinking water wisely.2026-04-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#36a1168d-a508-46b6-bc80-b2e9f2f35a0b;L0|#036a1168d-a508-46b6-bc80-b2e9f2f35a0b|Community and Society;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#a3ac5825-3464-4e1b-a58b-75c8b257d806;L0|#0a3ac5825-3464-4e1b-a58b-75c8b257d806|water & sanitation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1

 

 

Ottery (23 February - 24 April 2026) Roadworks NoticeOttery (23 February - 24 April 2026) Roadworks Notice2/20/2026 9:49:27 AM
Road marking to commence in Atlantic Seaboard, Upper CBD, Central CBD and surroundsRoad marking to commence in Atlantic Seaboard, Upper CBD, Central CBD and surroundsThe works include the repainting and refreshing of road markings to ensure better visibility for both motorists and pedestrians<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2026-03-23T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#944ad7f5-9a9d-4e5a-ae7a-cac85a0b914b;L0|#0944ad7f5-9a9d-4e5a-ae7a-cac85a0b914b|road signage;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755;L0|#03e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755|maintenance;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb13/24/2026 5:33:21 AM
Erf 179607, CapeTown Locality MapErf 179607, CapeTown Locality Map3/24/2026 6:04:08 AM
City’s Mobile Office to wrap up February in Eerste River and LwandleCity’s Mobile Office to wrap up February in Eerste River and LwandleThe City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office is heading to Eerste River and Lwandle next week to bring essential municipal services directly to residents' doorsteps<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2026-02-19T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#54023efe-5443-41f4-98c9-065296a7c3d7;L0|#054023efe-5443-41f4-98c9-065296a7c3d7|service delivery;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#b22cedbd-b086-448f-aab7-27e999339af9;L0|#0b22cedbd-b086-448f-aab7-27e999339af9|Eerste River;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#26bb9055-f99b-47d4-9a26-8f248b80784c;L0|#026bb9055-f99b-47d4-9a26-8f248b80784c|Lwandle;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb12/20/2026 11:11:24 AM
Investment into swimming pool infrastructure continues Investment into swimming pool infrastructure continues ​A number of public swimming pools will close from Monday, 23 February 2026, as part of an important programme of planned infrastructure repairs<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/BrownsFarm_SwimmingPoolBanner.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2026-02-19T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#24aec1a8-6b7e-4ca2-a2ee-0687aa99a7a1;L0|#024aec1a8-6b7e-4ca2-a2ee-0687aa99a7a1|swimming pool;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3000e814-db15-4d80-8852-2077304275bd12/20/2026 11:27:03 AM

 

 

Cape Town’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP) 2017 - 2022​​​​​​​Cape Town’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP) 2017 - 2022​​​​​​​An overview of the City’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP).<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Integrated-Development-Plan-Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#ff1f5b5a-f062-4989-b7f8-b57ada05f70a;L0|#0ff1f5b5a-f062-4989-b7f8-b57ada05f70a|The City’s IDP 2017-2022;GTSet|#ef3a64a2-d764-44bc-9d69-3a63d3fadea1;GPP|#58f302a7-f7df-4ca8-a4cc-c321f4c57e0d;GPP|#2ad5ede6-473c-4550-a932-aabda12143b1;GPP|#245ec7aa-a528-4cd3-bcac-597c292db711;GP0|#1ad9a657-d09a-49fe-9c0a-c948b3a5e5ad;L0|#01ad9a657-d09a-49fe-9c0a-c948b3a5e5ad|The City's IDP 2017-2022;GPP|#0fa98455-3bf7-4738-b07c-8db7b211a6df;GPP|#d3f3e0bd-5b83-4c1f-845c-7e13f8f4e17d;GPP|#af370586-9ba3-404a-9d6e-02066ca42752;GP0|#57be5e69-9793-4ad1-9850-2ff8186556b6;L0|#057be5e69-9793-4ad1-9850-2ff8186556b6|The City’s IDP 2017-2022;GPP|#47b2d3de-463f-44d1-a1f7-1c0ae7779b1d;GPP|#fdaaa5aa-bac4-497d-b6ea-347f228ec59d;GPP|#e88ff549-973f-4e3c-a46c-cfbe61bd6a24;GP0|#4ce9eb03-5745-4cdc-8697-248215f2e57a;L0|#04ce9eb03-5745-4cdc-8697-248215f2e57a|The City’s IDP 2017-2022;GPP|#4d609f4b-5ef8-4d26-a00e-98d854d00a11;GPP|#117084d9-e07b-4e3c-a6aa-d2badf907d64;GP0|#bd46fc95-91e2-4109-ac19-25adcb77c70f;L0|#0bd46fc95-91e2-4109-ac19-25adcb77c70f|The City’s IDP 2017-2022;GPP|#df990a42-3326-459e-96a2-55728312bc61;GPP|#8e28a3fa-1ff1-4fbd-ada3-4befc9119617;GP0|#019c0637-c26d-4db9-9127-6d5abed0949b;L0|#0019c0637-c26d-4db9-9127-6d5abed0949b|The City’s IDP 2017-2022;GPP|#680cbe13-3334-40b6-9ef6-8f126e3a71b2;GPP|#d01efebf-2396-4714-ace2-b0ada5ba6962
Heritage information and resourcesHeritage information and resourcesOur well-maintained heritage database and preserved heritage records are available to the public in a number of ways.<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Heritage%20Information%20Resources%2c%20Maps%20And%20Displays%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#f9a1afbf-0c3e-41ba-ae20-94f6f15a9403;L0|#0f9a1afbf-0c3e-41ba-ae20-94f6f15a9403|Heritage information and resources;GTSet|#ef3a64a2-d764-44bc-9d69-3a63d3fadea1;GPP|#b0285696-285a-478d-9edd-44cbd43c6cc1;GPP|#b9188e62-cf1a-433d-a10c-06e34a7d1593;GPP|#c529c1ac-1f8d-48ae-8079-d34f4dae9c57;GP0|#86dd7391-47ad-4a12-8a14-a3f7819efed6;L0|#086dd7391-47ad-4a12-8a14-a3f7819efed6|Heritage information and resources;GPP|#c33557cc-ff47-42c3-a36e-c87bd87776e6;GPP|#b61ba3b6-e2ed-4500-bee7-e523686ba8bf;GPP|#af370586-9ba3-404a-9d6e-02066ca42752
Walking heritage tours of the cityWalking heritage tours of the cityTips and resources for you to walk and explore our beautiful city and its unique natural and cultural heritage.<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Walking%20Heritage%20Tours%20Of%20The%20City%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#4a4256ce-c7cc-46e5-ab7b-70b8165e866a;L0|#04a4256ce-c7cc-46e5-ab7b-70b8165e866a|Walking heritage tours of the city;GTSet|#ef3a64a2-d764-44bc-9d69-3a63d3fadea1;GPP|#18e3b27f-e26a-409d-a7d2-460e88db0868;GPP|#b9188e62-cf1a-433d-a10c-06e34a7d1593;GPP|#c529c1ac-1f8d-48ae-8079-d34f4dae9c57;GP0|#bd035180-fb82-4722-9bbe-5edccbcf30b1;L0|#0bd035180-fb82-4722-9bbe-5edccbcf30b1|Walking heritage tours of the city;GPP|#b2147315-03b2-467a-9465-7fa1f64011be;GPP|#b61ba3b6-e2ed-4500-bee7-e523686ba8bf;GPP|#af370586-9ba3-404a-9d6e-02066ca42752
Keep our public places clean Keep our public places clean The City provides a number of public cleaning services that you can contact to help keep our public places clean.<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Keep%20our%20public%20places%20clean%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#aa2e8ab1-9bfe-47e1-9f46-ad40744a8a10;L0|#0aa2e8ab1-9bfe-47e1-9f46-ad40744a8a10|Keep our public places clean;GTSet|#ef3a64a2-d764-44bc-9d69-3a63d3fadea1;GPP|#69af3a35-ae90-45eb-8557-9dcd3cb9880b;GPP|#36dcb5fe-6bfc-4ae9-92d7-8bd08d1f6414;GPP|#af370586-9ba3-404a-9d6e-02066ca42752;GP0|#2df1aee9-5456-437c-98fd-f962fe5ac954;L0|#02df1aee9-5456-437c-98fd-f962fe5ac954|Keep our public places clean;GPP|#298f5623-1943-427a-bf3d-e9ccff072bec;GPP|#4a553a67-2cba-4911-9745-a724e38b645a

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