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    City partnership prevents 94 tonnes of river pollution from reaching the ocean

    City partnership prevents 94 tonnes of river pollution from reaching the ocean

    06 August 2026

    Between March and June 2026, eight full-time river wardens monitored and maintained waste interceptors daily

    Belmont Park pipes up with R16,7 million sewer upgrade

    Belmont Park pipes up with R16,7 million sewer upgrade

    03 August 2026

    A reliable sewer network is essential to protecting communities, rivers and the coastline from pollution. When pipes fail, the risk of blockages and overflows rises.

    City exceeds pipe replacement targets with nearly 193km of water and sewer upgrades

    City exceeds pipe replacement targets with nearly 193km of water and sewer upgrades

    31 July 2026

    The City's annual pipe replacement programme forms part of its long-term investment in renewing ageing infrastructure before failures occur

    Mayor announces SA-record R12bn capital spend  - Full Council Speech 30 July 2026

    Mayor announces SA-record R12bn capital spend - Full Council Speech 30 July 2026

    30 July 2026

    We have set a new South African record of capital expenditure in one financial year by a city government

    City's Mobile Office visiting Bonteheuwel next week

    City's Mobile Office visiting Bonteheuwel next week

    24 July 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office is heading to Bonteheuwel next week.

    City bags budget for a cleaner Cape Town

    City bags budget for a cleaner Cape Town

    23 July 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s 2026/27 budget has set aside R488 million for equipment and infrastructure used for waste management

    R6bn earmarked for investment in electricity infrastructure for service delivery

    R6bn earmarked for investment in electricity infrastructure for service delivery

    21 July 2026

    ​The City of Hope Budget 2026/27 places the spotlight on unprecedented infrastructure spend for Cape Town over the medium-term (three-year) budget framework.

    Budget of Hope powers R5,39 billion capital investment in water and sanitation infrastructure

    Budget of Hope powers R5,39 billion capital investment in water and sanitation infrastructure

    16 July 2026

    City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will continue investing in critical infrastructure and progressing service delivery from 1 July 2026

    City’s Kraaifontein Wastewater Treatment Works earn top provincial Green Drop recognition

    City’s Kraaifontein Wastewater Treatment Works earn top provincial Green Drop recognition

    14 July 2026

    Kraaifontein Wastewater Treatment Works receives second place in the Western Cape for the Green Drop Technical Site Assessment, scoring 94%.

    Law Enforcement Escort Unit clocks 10 700 requests in 12 months

    Law Enforcement Escort Unit clocks 10 700 requests in 12 months

    11 July 2026

    The City is tracking attacks on staff, vehicle hijackings and extortion attempts daily through its Safety and Security Information Management Services

    City’s Mobile Office will be stationed in Welgelegen next week

    City’s Mobile Office will be stationed in Welgelegen next week

    11 July 2026

    The City's Mobile Office is heading to the NG Kerk in Welegelen next week Thursday, 16 July 2026.

    Cape Town is SA’s only ‘highly financially sustainable’ metro

    Cape Town is SA’s only ‘highly financially sustainable’ metro

    10 July 2026

    Mayor Hill-Lewis says the report ‘affirms the progress made in our vow that Cape Town will be South Africa’s beacon of hope

    First look at the newly commissioned Montague Bulk Sewer Upgrade

    First look at the newly commissioned Montague Bulk Sewer Upgrade

    09 July 2026

    As Cape Town continues to grow, we must stay ahead of the demand for reliable sanitation services

    Repairs to Kloof Road on track to meet mid-December opening

    Repairs to Kloof Road on track to meet mid-December opening

    09 July 2026

    Kloof Road should be open to traffic again by mid-December 2026

    Learners inspired by City careers as Cape Town bursary applications open soon

    Learners inspired by City careers as Cape Town bursary applications open soon

    08 July 2026

    The City's bursary applications are set to open in August/September 2026

    PP report acknowledges work done by City to improve services, instructs National Treasury and Human Settlements

    PP report acknowledges work done by City to improve services, instructs National Treasury and Human Settlements

    07 July 2026

    ​The City welcomes the Public Protector’s emphasis that it has worked closely with her office to ensure all matters have been attended to

    Planned water supply maintenance for 7 to 12 July 2026

    Planned water supply maintenance for 7 to 12 July 2026

    06 July 2026

    ​The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will conduct planned work in the identified areas

    City triples sewer jet-cleaning efforts to reduce winter overflows

    City triples sewer jet-cleaning efforts to reduce winter overflows

    05 July 2026

    A record 625,5 km of sewer pipelines have been proactively jet-cleaned as part of winter readiness.

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Fish Hoek

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Fish Hoek

    03 July 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office is visiting Fish Hoek next week.

    Adoption of City of Hope Budget – Mayor Hill-Lewis Council address

    Adoption of City of Hope Budget – Mayor Hill-Lewis Council address

    29 June 2026

    In one simple summary: Five years ago, there was much of this City’s infrastructure grid that was under severe strain.

    Cape Town adopts City of Hope Budget, R40bn basic infrastructure investment

    Cape Town adopts City of Hope Budget, R40bn basic infrastructure investment

    29 June 2026

    This budget ensures Cape Town continues to be South Africa’s beacon of hope, offering the best services and value for ratepayer contributions

    Makhaza bulk sewer repairs complete, project enters final phase

    Makhaza bulk sewer repairs complete, project enters final phase

    26 June 2026

    The project has now entered its final phase following a CCTV inspection of the repairs, showing positive preliminary results.

    Water provision secured as part of MyCiTi roll-out in Philippi and surrounds

    Water provision secured as part of MyCiTi roll-out in Philippi and surrounds

    26 June 2026

    ​The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate in collaboration with the Water and Sanitation Directorate is busy replacing 100-year-old bulk water mains in the Philippi and Browns Farm areas

    Winter Readiness Programme to boost flood prevention and create jobs

    Winter Readiness Programme to boost flood prevention and create jobs

    25 June 2026

    'The Winter Readiness Programme plays a critical role in preparing Cape Town for the challenges linked to winter rainfall

    Inclusive and responsible density matters in Cape Town

    Inclusive and responsible density matters in Cape Town

    25 June 2026

    STATEMENT BY THE DEPUTY MAYOR EDDIE ANDREWS

    City to review plans that determine development and land use in Cape Town

    City to review plans that determine development and land use in Cape Town

    24 June 2026

    City to review plans that determine development and land use in Cape Town

    R9,4 million investment keeps water supply flowing in Kraaifontein and Bellville South

    R9,4 million investment keeps water supply flowing in Kraaifontein and Bellville South

    22 June 2026

    More than R9,4 million is being invested in upgrading ageing water infrastructure in Kraaifontein and Bellville South

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Delft and Retreat

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Delft and Retreat

    19 June 2026

    ​The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office is visiting Delft and Retreat next week

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

    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.

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Lwandle and Grassy Park

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Lwandle and Grassy Park

    15 June 2026

    These mobile office visits bring essential municipal services closer to residents, making it easier to access support right in their own neighbourhoods.

    Planned water supply maintenance for 13 to 20 June 2026

    Planned water supply maintenance for 13 to 20 June 2026

    12 June 2026

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will conduct planned work in the identified areas

    Residents invited to discover Princess Vlei with the launch of a new trail

    Residents invited to discover Princess Vlei with the launch of a new trail

    11 June 2026

    The City’s Recreation and Parks Department has officially opened the new R10,2 million Princess Vlei trail

    Upgrades planned for City municipal buildings in Khayelitsha

    Upgrades planned for City municipal buildings in Khayelitsha

    10 June 2026

    The Corporate Services Portfolio Committee has remained committed to improving services and facilities for communities across Cape Town

    MyCiTi station in Claremont taking shape with foundations in place

    MyCiTi station in Claremont taking shape with foundations in place

    10 June 2026

    There is incredible progress happening at the MyCiTi bus station construction site in Claremont

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Westlake, Bothasig and Lotus River

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Westlake, Bothasig and Lotus River

    08 June 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office is heading to Westlake, Bothasig and Lotus River this week to bring essential municipal services directly to residents' doorsteps

    Metro Budgets compared: Cape Town offers highest household relief

    Metro Budgets compared: Cape Town offers highest household relief

    05 June 2026

    The City of Cape Town offers the most rates relief and benefits for pensioners and indigent households

    City call centre handles nearly 272 000 customer interactions in May 2026

    City call centre handles nearly 272 000 customer interactions in May 2026

    03 June 2026

    The City's digital channels continue to play an increasingly important role in customer service delivery

    Winter readiness sees R85 million invested in flood mitigation projects

    Winter readiness sees R85 million invested in flood mitigation projects

    02 June 2026

    ​Repairs and maintenance of rivers, canals and waterways take place throughout the year across Cape Town, with operations intensifying ahead of the winter season

    Qandu-Qandu residents benefit from improved sanitation

    Qandu-Qandu residents benefit from improved sanitation

    29 May 2026

    ​The handover forms part of broader service delivery interventions in informal settlements across Cape Town

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Masiphumelele and Richwood

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Masiphumelele and Richwood

    28 May 2026

    These mobile office visits bring essential municipal support to residents' doorsteps

    Lifeguard recruitment kicks off as City prepares pools for summer season

    Lifeguard recruitment kicks off as City prepares pools for summer season

    28 May 2026

    Each year, the City appoints over 600 seasonal lifeguards to be deployed to designated bathing beaches and public

    Mayor Hill-Lewis Council Speech: City of Hope Budget amendments

    Mayor Hill-Lewis Council Speech: City of Hope Budget amendments

    27 May 2026

    Mayor Hill-Lewis Council Speech

    City expands rates relief to shield households from court ruling impact

    City expands rates relief to shield households from court ruling impact

    27 May 2026

    The City has opened supplementary public participation on amendments to its City of Hope Budget 2026/27 following the Western Cape High Court’s ruling on tariff structures.

    City’s Mobile Office heads to Kirstenhof and Edgemead

    City’s Mobile Office heads to Kirstenhof and Edgemead

    24 May 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office will be stationed at the Church of the Holy Spirit Lifestyle Centre in Kirstenhof

    City to open supplementary public participation on Budget 2026/27 amendments

    City to open supplementary public participation on Budget 2026/27 amendments

    22 May 2026

    The City of Cape Town will publish amendments to its tabled Budget 2026/27 for public comment

    Grant funding boosts Mosselbank River clean-up efforts

    Grant funding boosts Mosselbank River clean-up efforts

    21 May 2026

    The City of Cape Town continues to strengthen environmental rehabilitation efforts through grant funding support to community-based organisations

    Cape Town Junior City Council elects Junior Mayor, executive

    Cape Town Junior City Council elects Junior Mayor, executive

    20 May 2026

    Cape Town Junior City Council elects Junior Mayor, executive

    Mayor says Cosatu can help fight corruption without unconstitutional Public Procurement Act slowing delivery

    Mayor says Cosatu can help fight corruption without unconstitutional Public Procurement Act slowing delivery

    20 May 2026

    Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has responded to Cosatu’s criticism of the City’s Constitutional Court bid to invalidate the Public Procurement Act

    Scottsdene Wastewater Treatment Works boosts water reuse to drive savings

    Scottsdene Wastewater Treatment Works boosts water reuse to drive savings

    19 May 2026

    The City invested R32,5 million to construct a new treated effluent pump station that has recently been completed.

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