City replaces 590 SmartCape computers at 50 public libraries

07 August 2026

​SmartCape provides free access to computers and the internet, while City libraries also offer digital literacy training

City empowers youth to protect Cape Town’s marine future

01 August 2026

The City hosted an educational programme and beach clean-up at the Helderberg MPA with 60 Grade 6 learners

City invests in preserving Cape Town's history for future generations

29 July 2026

The City has recently acquired two specialised scanners to support the digitisation programme

Mayor welcomes Port of Cape Town call for private sector partners

20 July 2026

We welcome Transnet’s call for private sector partners to upgrade and operate the multipurpose terminal at the Port of Cape Town

City partnership empowers Mfuleni youngsters to become river stewards

13 July 2026

Young people, urban farmers and emerging water activists in Mfuleni are stepping forward to be more prominent in protecting the Kuils River.

MyCiTi’s first battery-electric bus arrives in Cape Town

07 July 2026

The buses are expected to arrive during the current calendar year with the fleet earmarked for operational roll-out in 2027

City interventions help youth access real economic opportunities

24 June 2026

In light of Youth Month, the Economic Growth Directorate has highlighted their commitment to supporting various avenues, where possible, aimed at assisting youth to access economic opportunities

Cape Town's green economy partnership delivers investment, jobs and global recognition

23 June 2026

The City of Cape Town congratulates GreenCape on being named Impact Intermediary of the Year at the African Impact Investment Awards, announced on 11 June 2026 at the Africa Impact Summit in Lusaka, Zambia.

City invites residents to PSHB community webinar

18 June 2026

The PSHB continues to pose a serious threat to Cape Town's urban forest and biodiversity

High-tech off-grid toilets launched at Rasta Camp informal settlement

16 June 2026

Residents of the Rasta Camp informal settlement in Ocean View are the latest beneficiaries of a high-tech, off-grid sanitation solution designed to provide safe, sustainable sanitation in areas where conventional infrastructure is challenging to install.

Cape Town calls on Transnet to accelerate Port improvement strategies

16 June 2026

The City of Cape Town has renewed calls for Transnet to accelerate initiatives to improve efficiencies at the Port of Cape Town, which has been ranked last in the latest World Bank Container Port Performance Index (CPPI).

Finland celebrates Cape Town’s Digital Twin technology success

01 June 2026

Facilities Management plays a central role in the City’s Digital Twin initiative by providing the operational knowledge, asset data and day-to-day building management expertise needed

Have your say on City’s annual water and sanitation customer survey

17 May 2026

The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has launched its annual Customer Satisfaction Survey.

City and Western Cape Government unite to drive innovation ecosystem at Intergovernmental Exchange

01 May 2026

The City and the Western Cape Government joined forces for a high-level Intergovernmental Innovation Exchange.

Cape Town Mayor welcomes Rail Devolution commitments in National Masterplan

28 April 2026

Cape Town stands ready to be the first metro to run its local trains

Cape Town SMMEs take care of business

23 April 2026

​Business owners from 35 Cape Town-based companies are gathering this week for the City’s High Impact Supplier Development Programme

City’s first electric bus to arrive in August

15 April 2026

All-in-all, the City will take delivery of 30 low-floor electric buses between August 2026 and June 2027.

City perseveres with interventions to restore Milnerton Lagoon

01 April 2026

​Efforts to restore the Milnerton Lagoon are ramping up

City makes progress with pilot initiatives tackling electricity infrastructure theft and vandalism

31 March 2026

​The City of Cape Town’s Energy Directorate is exploring a series of research pilot projects in hot spot areas across the metro as part of the City’s broader strategy to combat ongoing theft and vandalism

Water experts explore Cape Town’s smart water and off-grid sanitation solutions

29 March 2026

Cape Town’s approach to smart water management and innovative sanitation solutions took international spotlight this week.

Observatory Library marks 128 years as a community icon

20 March 2026

This is a special milestone for Observatory Library. It’s not only a historic building, but a longstanding community hub.

City calls on residents to help with history of Miller’s Point

16 March 2026

The City of Cape Town’s Coastal Management branch is busy developing a long-term vision for Miller’s Point

Cape Town sets clear economic policy agenda at Market Intelligence Report launch

02 March 2026

The report consolidates key economic metrics and outlines how the City is aligning its legislative and policy programme to strengthen competitiveness, stimulate job creation and enhance Cape Town’s position

City’s Graffiti Unit tackles youth gang tags

20 February 2026

The City’s Graffiti Unit hosted a community clean-up in Manenberg this week targeting gang tags made by youth as they mark their territories.

City doubles partnerships with community-based organisations to reduce river pollution

09 February 2026

Recently, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate marked an important milestone in strengthening its collaboration with non-profit organisations.

Second International SWAN workshop draws African water utilities to Cape Town

05 February 2026

The Smart Water Network Forum (SWAN) will be hosting another annual interactive workshop in partnership with the City of Cape Town, from 9 – 11 March 2026.

Teenage pregnancies remain a growing concern

03 February 2026

‘This increase in teenage pregnancies forms part of a trend that has been observed over the past few years

City and UCT conducting research to test electric buses in Cape Town

03 February 2026

The City and UCT, will in the coming months undertake research to test and understand electric MyCiTi buses

Setting Cape Town on a growth trajectory – The “Big Five” economic priorities for 2026

28 January 2026

A lot has been done to establish Cape Town as South Africa’s city of hope

Latest Traffic Crash Report confirms one death on our roads every 11 hours and 40 minutes

22 December 2025

​The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate has released its latest Traffic Crash Report that provides statistics on all reported road traffic crashes that happened in Cape Town from 2021 to 2024

City librarian appointed to national advisory council

17 December 2025

The Council has the ability to influence decisions and perspectives on various library related matters

Off-grid sanitation goes live in Khayelitsha

10 December 2025

​Residents of the OR Tambo Informal Settlement received a major boost in access to safe and dignified sanitation as the City unveiled a new high-tech, off-grid toilet system

Cape Town adopts Rail Business Plan, Vision 2050

04 December 2025

Innovative sanitation system to boost dignity in Khayelitsha as City marks World Toilet Day

19 November 2025

World Toilet Day is observed each year on 19 November to bring attention to the lack of toilets for billions of people globally.

City issues third annual spatial trends report depicting land use changes in Cape Town

07 November 2025

The City’s latest Spatial Trends and Implementation Tracking Report, issued in celebration of World Town Planning Day tomorrow, gives an overview of development and land use patterns in Cape Town over the last decade

Cape Town tables Business Plan for passenger rail devolution

07 November 2025

City aims to be South Africa’s first to take over passenger rail following the tabling of a detailed Rail Business Plan

Challenges and opportunities ahead for Cape Town’s boat-building industry

21 October 2025

The City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, Alderman James Vos, represented the City at the inaugural African Boating Conference.

City shares Vision 2050 priorities at the South African Roads Federation AGM

10 October 2025

Those of us who work in the transport and mobility space know that our work goes far beyond asphalt, intersections, and traffic lights

Mayco recommends landmark advances in Health Technology Park project

07 October 2025

The Mayoral Committee has recommended the transfer of City-owned land to the Biological and Vaccines Institute of Southern Africa (BioVac).

City brings together language specialists on International Translation Day

01 October 2025

​The 30th of September 2025 marks International Translation Day, a day that pays tribute to language professionals worldwide whose work facilitates dialogue, understanding and cooperation

Soet River clean-up brings hope and change through City partnership

30 September 2025

Reach for your Dreams

Port of Cape Town improves, now for private sector management

29 September 2025

It is most welcome that Cape Town’s port had the most improved score globally in the latest World Bank index

Cape Town unveils groundbreaking household survey results for data-driven City planning

25 September 2025

​The City is pleased to announce the release of findings from its inaugural city-wide Cape Town Household Survey, conducted between February and October 2024

Partnership drives research to improve sanitation in Khayelitsha

18 September 2025

SACMST was among 11 organisations selected in May 2025 to receive support for local initiatives aimed at strengthening water and sanitation service delivery

Mayor welcomes Port of Cape Town progress, emphasises urgency of private sector management

17 September 2025

An efficient port is essential for job-creating growth, and the City is optimistic of an economic boost

High-tech toilet pilot marks new era for 7de Laan informal settlement

02 September 2025

​Residents of 7de Laan informal settlement in Strandfontein are the latest beneficiaries of a high-tech, off-grid sanitation solution

Launch of Tourism Month: Turbocharging tourism in Cape Town with coordinated marketing, real results

01 September 2025

It’s about celebrating our city’s natural wonders, while building opportunities that touch every community.

City to continue tackling chemicals of emerging concern in coastal environment

22 August 2025

The City presented the latest performance and environmental monitoring results for the three marine outfalls today, Friday 22 August 2025.

City-backed Enterprise Development initiatives drive SMME growth across Cape Town

06 August 2025

10th annual City of Cape Town Smart Supplier Programme

SARS extends incentives for urban renewal in Cape Town’s Urban Development Zone (UDZ)

29 July 2025

The Urban Development Zone encourages the private sector to invest in and develop commercial and residential properties in inner-city areas served by public transport services