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

City takes its rough sleeper strategy to the global stage

02 July 2026

​Cape Town became one of 18 Vanguard Cities when the City signed the Memorandum of Agreement with the IGH in November 2025

Save water at all times - dam levels 74,9%

01 July 2026

Typically, dam levels need to be 80% or more by the time the next Annual Operating Analysis (AOA) is done

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

City celebrates its graduates

05 June 2026

​The City hosted its annual Education, Training and Development (ETD) Recognition Awards ceremony on Wednesday, 3 June 2026 where 142 graduates

City commits more than R1,2 billion on energy security, diversification

24 April 2026

​The Draft 2026/27 Energy Budget over the next three years of R71,3 billion in total capital and operational expenditure points to the City's commitment to enhancing energy security, infrastructure investment, and improved affordability.

Mayor Hill-Lewis speech: Tabling of 2026-27: City of Hope Budget

31 March 2026

Mayor Hill-Lewis City of Hope Budget Speech

Cape Town welcomes unqualified audit opinion for 2024/25 financial year

27 March 2026

The City welcomes the AG’s confirmation of Cape Town’s unqualified and sound financial management

Meet the City’s new Ombud at Blue Route Mall

12 March 2026

The City invites members of the public to meet the City’s new Ombudsman, Zetu Makamandela-Mguqulwa

City invites businesses to shape the 2026 Ease of Doing Business Index

10 March 2026

The Ease of Doing Business programme is a key priority for this administration.

Vuyani Public Transport Interchange moves closer to completion

13 February 2026

City staff take on courageous conversations on Gender Based Violence

19 January 2026

City Ombud advises of festive office closures

09 December 2025

The City’s Ombud advises residents of office closures during the festive seaso

Corruption fighters out in full force to send a zero tolerance message

09 December 2025

World Anti-Corruption Day, celebrated on 9 December annually, continues its youth theme focused on ‘Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow's Integrity’

Historic agreement could change the face of identified informal settlements in Cape Town

23 November 2025

As a City we have been working with partners in areas such as Khayelitsha and others for more than a decade to enable community-led upgrade projects

Sale of prime Kraaifontein industrial land paves way for major private investment and job creation

30 October 2025

Today Council approved the sale of Portion 9 of Farm 732 (±9,23 ha) in Wynland Industrial Park, Kraaifontein, for R61 million (excl. VAT).

Visit the International Ombuds Day Expo and info session

20 October 2025

The Ombudsman’s Office deals with municipal-related complaints about the City’s administration as an office of last resort.

No sign of President’s SONA promise on more affordable housing funding

24 August 2025

The City is concerned that President Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation promise for increased affordable housing funding is yet to materialise.

Women in EPWP shine in administration, data capturing

21 August 2025

Two female-led EPWP projects highlight the invaluable role women play in strengthening the City’s administration while building their own skills, confidence and career prospects.

Deputy Mayor champions City Improvement Districts at Western Cape Property Developers Forum

05 June 2025

Cape Town currently boasts more than 50 active City Improvement Districts

City highlights successful internship programme at its Digital Transformation Summit

05 June 2025

The morning consisted of noteworthy panel discussions amongst the City’s top tech and data experts.

Mayor’s Council Speech Changes to Invested in Hope Budget 25 26

28 May 2025

​Mayor’s Council Speech

Public to comment on proposed rehabilitation of Kloof Road

23 May 2025

​The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate wants to inform the public that processes are under way to obtain environmental approvals for the repairs to Kloof Road.

Warrant-related arrests increase

14 May 2025

Over a nine-month period, just over 12 000 individuals ended up behind bars for outstanding warrants.

Traffic Fine Roadshow rolls into Lentegeur for six days

09 May 2025

The Roadshows are spearheaded by the Cape Town Traffic Services with the City's Legal Services.

City Ombudsman’s Liberty Promenade Mall Office relocation

09 May 2025

'The City’s Office of the Ombudsman’s satellite office in Mitchells Plain will be relocating from Tuesday, 13 May 2025 to the Lentegeur Administrative Building.

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

Online reporting function turns the dial on noise complaints

27 April 2025

In the current financial year, the number of complaints is yet again nearing the 2 000 mark.

City’s Graduate Internship Programme retains 11 interns

24 April 2025

​The City of Cape Town would like to congratulate 11 Digital Internship Programme interns who have successfully secured permanent jobs with the City.

Council meeting 24 April 2025

24 April 2025

City delivering real change

24 April 2025

Behind every budget line, every policy, and every project there are real people, real challenges, and a shared future we are shaping.

Budget for new fleet, facilities upgrades and a more accessible and responsive City

10 April 2025

The City’s Invested in Hope Budget 2025/26 was tabled at its Council meeting last month, and is now available for public comment.

"Invested in Hope"

27 March 2025

“Invested in Hope” Budget 2025/26

Latest Traffic Fine Roadshow attracts nearly 3 500 motorists

26 March 2025

By the time the curtain fell on the latest traffic fine roadshow, motorists had settled 10 279 fines and 3 892 warrants totaling R4 204 070

Strengthening the Cape Town-Aachen Partnership: 25 years of collaboration

24 March 2025

The Cape Town-Aachen partnership is a testament to the power of international collaboration in addressing shared challenges

City zooms in on animal welfare

17 March 2025

The domestic animal survey is the latest in a series of interventions undertaken by the City administration to promote and ensure the welfare of animals in the metropole.

City cuts more red tape with online Energy Services Application

06 March 2025

The new platform can be used to apply for electricity services such as a new supply, additional meter, replacement or upgrading of existing meters among others.

Traffic Fine Roadshow drives to Parow

28 February 2025

​The City of Cape Town’s Traffic Service, in collaboration with Municipal Courts, Revenue Services, and other key departments, will host its annual public roadshow at the Parow Civic Centre, corner of Voortrekker and Talent Streets, Parow.

City helps Neighbourhood Watches see into the future

12 February 2025

City provides support to Neighbourhood Watches

City’s Mobile Office heads to Langa next week

24 January 2025

The City’s Customer Relations Department’s mobile team will assist residents with logging queries and service requests electronically.

Mayor inspects repairs and upgrades to Kuyasa MyCiTi station, Khayelitsha

16 January 2025

repairs and upgrades to Kuyasa MyCiTi station

City Ombud advises of festive season office closures

10 December 2024

The Cape Town Civic Centre Walk-in Office will be closed from 23 to 31 December 2024 and will reopen on 2 January 2025.

City highlights youth as the anti-corruption warriors of tomorrow

09 December 2024

​World Anti-Corruption Day, being commemorated today, is focused on ‘Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow's Integrity’

Kloof Road repairs to commence in 2025

21 November 2024

The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate can confirm that several processes are under way to ensure the repair work to a section of Kloof Road can commence in 2025

City’s Mobile Office to bring services to Langa

18 November 2024

This week the City's Mobile Office is taking municipal services to the Langa. All residents are welcome.

R5,2 bn Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works upgrade on track

11 November 2024

This is anticipated to have a positive impact on existing operations, assisting to realise early improved treated effluent quality at the WWTW

City Ombud highlights it’s ‘here to hear you’ in recognition of international day

31 October 2024

City departments and industry regulatory bodies hosted information tables to provide advice and assist members of the public to lodge complaints.

City serious about ‘doing business with ease’

21 October 2024

City of Cape Town’s Economic Growth Directorate hosted panel discussions on various topics related to growing Cape Town’s economy.

Lodge complaints with City Ombud, correct regulatory bodies during October

15 October 2024

Ombuds Day is recognised around the world during October.

Transport Month panel discussion tackles Cape Town’s congestion conundrum

01 October 2024

​The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate kicked off Transport Month with a panel discussion around Cape Town’s congestion conundrum at the Concourse in the Civic Centre earlier today, 1 October 2024.