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    City performs R2,3m electricity grid infrastructure upgrades in Lwandle

    City performs R2,3m electricity grid infrastructure upgrades in Lwandle

    04 June 2026

    The City’s Energy Directorate carried out electricity infrastructure upgrades in Lwandle, in the Strand where electricity kiosks and pole mounted sub stations were installed in the area

    City engages plans to enhance the Adderley Street Flower Market

    City engages plans to enhance the Adderley Street Flower Market

    20 March 2026

    The time has come to upgrade the market site and ensure proper trading security.

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

    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

    Council gives in principle approval for Public Private Partnership to secure Cape Town’s new water projects

    Council gives in principle approval for Public Private Partnership to secure Cape Town’s new water projects

    05 December 2025

    Over 100 comments were received for each project during the public participation sessions held in 2025 for both Faure NWS and Desalination.

    Final Action Plan for baboons includes a sanctuary, fencing, waste strategy, Wildlife by-law and by-law enforcement

    Final Action Plan for baboons includes a sanctuary, fencing, waste strategy, Wildlife by-law and by-law enforcement

    20 November 2025

    The Cape Peninsula Baboon Management Joint Task Team (CPBMJTT) has finalised and adopted the Action Plan which details the practical implementation of the Cape Peninsula Baboon Strategic Management Plan

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

    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

    Comment on revised proposals for managing travel demand

    Comment on revised proposals for managing travel demand

    15 October 2025

    Travel demand management is a collection of programmes, techniques and policies aimed at influencing the travel choices people make

    City highlights organic waste diversion efforts on Zero Emissions Day

    City highlights organic waste diversion efforts on Zero Emissions Day

    23 September 2025

    The City marks the strides made to curb carbon emissions and human-induced climate change through its organic waste diversion pilot projects.

    Call on residents to help craft a spatial vision for Kensington and Factreton areas

    Call on residents to help craft a spatial vision for Kensington and Factreton areas

    22 September 2025

    Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) for Kensington and Factreton along the Voortrekker Road Corridor

    Cape Town brings together stakeholders for official launch of the City's new Waste Strategy

    Cape Town brings together stakeholders for official launch of the City's new Waste Strategy

    21 July 2025

    The City has a long history of pioneering best practices in waste management

    City working on improving Phillippi’s Stock Road as a key thoroughfare

    City working on improving Phillippi’s Stock Road as a key thoroughfare

    01 July 2025

    The City is conducting community workshops on possible public realm upgrades along Stock Road in Philippi East

    Public participation opens on using part of Athlone Stadium’s parking area for mixed-use development

    Public participation opens on using part of Athlone Stadium’s parking area for mixed-use development

    06 June 2025

    The stadium’s central location is ideal for business and employment opportunities as it is located on main public transport route

    Council approves spatial vision for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village

    Council approves spatial vision for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village

    30 May 2025

    Sir Lowry’s Pass Village is located in the Helderberg District, north of the Firlands development area.

    Mayor welcomes central line progress

    Mayor welcomes central line progress

    29 May 2025

    The City warmly welcomes progress on reinstating the central line, and we are proud to play an enabling role in this presidential project.

    #YouthstartCT Challange contenders swing for the fences

    #YouthstartCT Challange contenders swing for the fences

    20 May 2025

    The #YouthStartCT Entrepreneurial Challenge is nearing completion with the winners to be announced next month

    Residents reminded of last online info session about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    Residents reminded of last online info session about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    04 May 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town is hosting a third and final online information session about the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD on Wednesday, 7 May 2025

    Residents reminded of last online info session about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    Residents reminded of last online info session about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    02 May 2025

    Final online information session about the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD

    City Manager signs Workplace Skills Plan for 2025

    City Manager signs Workplace Skills Plan for 2025

    30 April 2025

    The City of Cape Town’s City Manager, Lungelo Mbandazayo, has signed the 2025 Workplace Skills Plan

    ​Public encouraged to attend online info sessions about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    ​Public encouraged to attend online info sessions about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    22 April 2025

    The City of Cape Town encourages the public to attend the online information sessions about the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD.

    Residents, business community encouraged to comment on draft Mobility and Access plan for Cape Town CBD

    Residents, business community encouraged to comment on draft Mobility and Access plan for Cape Town CBD

    14 April 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town invites residents, the business community and all stakeholders to comment on the proposed Mobility and Access Plan for the Cape Town CBD.

    Residents, business community encouraged to comment on draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    Residents, business community encouraged to comment on draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    07 April 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town invites residents, the business community and all stakeholders to comment on the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD.

    Budget prioritises cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    Budget prioritises cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    03 April 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town’s Invested in Hope Budget 2025/26 prioritises improving the water quality of our vleis, strengthening the resilience of our coastline against the impact of climate change and rising sea levels

    Mitchells Plain roadworks unpacked: City to update residents at upcoming information day

    Mitchells Plain roadworks unpacked: City to update residents at upcoming information day

    02 April 2025

    The City of Cape Town invites residents and road users in Mitchells Plain to a public information day on Tuesday, 15 April 2025, at the Lentegeur Administrative Building

    Shark Spotters on the go with baboons from tomorrow

    Shark Spotters on the go with baboons from tomorrow

    28 February 2025

    The CPBMJTT welcomes the Shark Spotters who will be implementing selected operational tasks under the banner of the Cape Baboon Partnership

    Mayor inspects repairs and upgrades to Kuyasa MyCiTi station, Khayelitsha

    Mayor inspects repairs and upgrades to Kuyasa MyCiTi station, Khayelitsha

    16 January 2025

    repairs and upgrades to Kuyasa MyCiTi station

    City signs partnership agreement with Shark Spotters, supported by SANParks and CapeNature

    City signs partnership agreement with Shark Spotters, supported by SANParks and CapeNature

    20 December 2024

    SANParks and CapeNature as parties to the CPBMJTT are committed to initiating their own discussions with the Shark Spotters who will be assisting with the implementation of the Baboon Strategic Management Plan on the Cape Peninsula.

    Spotlight on City’s desalination plans at Energy Water Waste Forum

    Spotlight on City’s desalination plans at Energy Water Waste Forum

    13 December 2024

    The City is currently in the feasibility study stage of its first permanent desalination plant, planned for the Paarden Eiland area.

    Council gives City greenlight for partnership with Shark Spotters to assist with baboon management

    Council gives City greenlight for partnership with Shark Spotters to assist with baboon management

    05 December 2024

    ​Council has approved the proposed partnership with the Shark Spotters to assist with the implementation of the Cape Peninsula Baboon Strategic Management Plan.

    Rail devolution: Cape Town steams ahead with business plan development

    Rail devolution: Cape Town steams ahead with business plan development

    05 December 2024

    The City of Cape Town is set to have complete business plans in place by mid-2025 to take over the management of passenger rail services in the metro.

    Call on community to participate in crafting a spatial vision for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village

    Call on community to participate in crafting a spatial vision for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village

    15 November 2024

    Sir Lowry’s Pass Village is located in the Helderberg District, north of the Firlands development area.

    Recommendations on rail devolution to serve before Council

    Recommendations on rail devolution to serve before Council

    07 November 2024

    Rail Devolution models

    Call on community to participate in crafting a spatial vision for Spine Road Corridor

    Call on community to participate in crafting a spatial vision for Spine Road Corridor

    08 October 2024

    There is pressure from a multitude of land uses and activities in the road reserve – these range from car washes to salons, restaurants, local mechanics and spaza shops

    City proposes spatial plan for CBD, residents encouraged to collaborate

    City proposes spatial plan for CBD, residents encouraged to collaborate

    02 September 2024

    ​The City of Cape Town invites the public to collaborate with us in refining the local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the CBD, which is to strategically shape the area’s future growth and development

    JET Municipal Conference: Cape Town shares insights on green energy transition successes

    JET Municipal Conference: Cape Town shares insights on green energy transition successes

    30 August 2024

    JET municipal financing is one of the crucial levers required to unlock the full potential of South Africa's growing renewable energy ecosystem.

    Comment on proposed Geelsloot Ponds upgrade in Somerset West

    Comment on proposed Geelsloot Ponds upgrade in Somerset West

    02 July 2024

    The Catchment, Stormwater and River Management branch has begun public participation related to the multi-faceted Geelsloot Ponds upgrade.

    Comment period extended for proposed revised road schemes to revitalise Bellville CBD

    Comment period extended for proposed revised road schemes to revitalise Bellville CBD

    19 June 2024

    The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate has identified future road upgrades that are critical to the regeneration of the Bellville Central Business District (CBD).

    Local government needs to lead in tackling challenges of extreme heat

    Local government needs to lead in tackling challenges of extreme heat

    13 June 2024

    ​The City met to discuss urgent interventions required in tackling the rapidly emerging challenge of extreme heat, particularly during the summer months, especially considering the impact on vulnerable communities.

    Reminder to comment on proposed revised road schemes to revitalise Bellville CBD

    Reminder to comment on proposed revised road schemes to revitalise Bellville CBD

    31 May 2024

    Reminder to comment on proposed revised road schemes to revitalise Bellville CBD

    Call on public to comment on proposed revised road schemes to revitalise Bellville CBD

    Call on public to comment on proposed revised road schemes to revitalise Bellville CBD

    14 May 2024

    The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate has identified future road upgrades that are critical to the regeneration of the Bellville Central Business District (CBD).

    City courses steadily forward with Hout Bay Rivers Catchment Forum

    City courses steadily forward with Hout Bay Rivers Catchment Forum

    29 April 2024

    The City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation Councillor Zahid Badroodien, met with representatives of the Hout Bay Rivers Catchment Forum along the Hout Bay River, to discuss the strides made to reduce water pollution over the past year.

    City showcases Paper-to-Pixel journey

    City showcases Paper-to-Pixel journey

    07 April 2024

    The City of Cape Town’s Development Management Department is showcasing its Paper-to-Pixel journey at the Civic Centre in the Cape Town CBD from 17 to 19 April 2024.

    Council approves new spatial vision for Maitland

    Council approves new spatial vision for Maitland

    27 March 2024

    ​The City of Cape Town’s Council approved the local spatial development framework (LSDF) for Maitland at its meeting earlier today.

    City-funded ‘better. bellville. together.’ place-making initiative shifts into next gear

    City-funded ‘better. bellville. together.’ place-making initiative shifts into next gear

    28 February 2024

    The better. bellville. together. initiative, a pioneering effort dedicated to revitalising the region.

    Cape Town opens Cash for Power residential applications

    Cape Town opens Cash for Power residential applications

    12 February 2024

    ​Cape Town has become the first city to enable residential households to earn cash for power from their solar PV generation systems.

    City partners with SWAN Forum to host first international smart water metering workshop in February

    City partners with SWAN Forum to host first international smart water metering workshop in February

    09 January 2024

    The City looks forward to welcoming members of the Smart Water Network Forum, and other international utilities, for a specialised workshop about advanced water metering infrastructure.

    Council approves spatial plan for Bellville CBD

    Council approves spatial plan for Bellville CBD

    12 December 2023

    The LSDF includes a core precinct masterplan for the Bellville CBD together with the long-term spatial vision, interventions and investments to support the implementation of this vision.

    City's Business Retention and Expansion programme giving big boost to local SMMEs

    City's Business Retention and Expansion programme giving big boost to local SMMEs

    01 December 2023

    The BR&E unit, which operates under the Investment Facilitation Branch umbrella, also works in partnership with industrial businesses and various city improvement districts which seeks to assist businesses in these industrial areas.

    City’s Jobs Connect platform awarded for helping Capetonians

    City’s Jobs Connect platform awarded for helping Capetonians

    21 November 2023

    Jobs Connect, which is administered by Leelyn Management, was one of four projects shortlisted for the organisation's Chapter Head Special Award

    History made as first electricity wheeled via Cape Town’s grid

    History made as first electricity wheeled via Cape Town’s grid

    14 September 2023

    ​The first electrons of clean, green energy have officially been wheeled via the City of Cape Town’s energy grid.

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