City of Cape Town launches enhanced MapViewer for enhanced spatial data access
29 April 2026
The City of Cape Town’s Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) Department is set to launch a redesigned City of Cape Town MapViewer tomorrow, Thursday, 30 April 2026. This updated digital tool has been programmed to provide residents, businesses and professionals with a cleaner, smarter and more intuitive mapping experience of Cape Town.
‘As Cape Town continues to embrace digital transformation, the new City of Cape Town MapViewer will serve as a centralised hub for critical spatial data, making it easier than ever to visualise the heartbeat of the City,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Corporate Services, Alderman Theresa Uys.
The redesigned City of Cape Town MapViewer focuses on user efficiency and clarity, featuring several key upgrades:
Expanded Screen Space: A minimised interface allows users to focus on the map without distractions.
Streamlined Navigation: The Table of Contents is now neatly organised within a dedicated right-hand panel for quicker access to data layers.
Categorised Imagery: All imagery sets are now grouped logically, allowing users to toggle between different historical and aerial views effortlessly.
Custom Print Scaling: Professional users can now set specific custom scales when generating digital maps for printing.
‘The new viewer is a vital resource for a diverse range of users, including urban planners, engineers, estate agents and academics. However, it is equally valuable for everyday residents who need to access place-based information quickly,’ added Alderman Uys.
Users can instantly locate property details, access planning and environment information, identify utility services, locate the nearest public facilities, view ward boundaries and voting districts as well as pinpoint locations for service requests such as potholes, illegal dumping or water leaks.
The new City of Cape Town MapViewer is accessible via the City’s Website and the Open Data Portal.
The City has released a short City of Cape Town MapViewer introductory video which is available for viewing here.
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City of Cape Town, Media Office
