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    Helderberg Nature Reserve visitors to consider fitness, experience when choosing a hike 

    Helderberg Nature Reserve visitors to consider fitness, experience when choosing a hike 

    29 July 2026

    ​The Helderberg Nature Reserve is one of Cape Town’s most popular outdoor destinations

    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

    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

    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.

    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

    Learners from Langa, Bonteheuwel and Athlone enjoy a class in the clouds

    Learners from Langa, Bonteheuwel and Athlone enjoy a class in the clouds

    21 May 2026

    ​The City’s Environmental Management Department (EMD) partnered with the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) to support its Class in the Clouds education programme

    Cape Town 10k reroutes to iconic finish for 2026 edition

    Cape Town 10k reroutes to iconic finish for 2026 edition

    05 May 2026

    ​For the first time in its 11-year history, the race will finish on the iconic Grand Parade with a backdrop of City Hall and Table Mountain

    Road resurfacing under way in Mouille Point, District Six, Observatory, Epping Industrial and Woodstock

    Road resurfacing under way in Mouille Point, District Six, Observatory, Epping Industrial and Woodstock

    24 April 2026

    ​The City of Cape Town is revitalising key transport corridors with a comprehensive road resurfacing programme now under way in Mouille Point, District Six, Woodstock, Observatory, and Epping Industrial

    New Film Fund recipients set to spotlight Cape Town on screen

    New Film Fund recipients set to spotlight Cape Town on screen

    09 April 2026

    The City of Cape Town is excited to announce the beneficiaries of the 2025/26 film fund.

    Two Oceans Marathon week guide

    Two Oceans Marathon week guide

    07 April 2026

    Information guide and road closures for the Two Oceans Marathon

    City secures Battle of Muizenberg site as a Provincial Heritage Site

    City secures Battle of Muizenberg site as a Provincial Heritage Site

    02 April 2026

    ​The City of Cape Town is proud to announce that the Battle of Muizenberg site has recently been listed in the Heritage Western Cape’s (HWC) provincial gazette

    Over 15,5km of pipes replaced in two months

    Over 15,5km of pipes replaced in two months

    30 March 2026

    ​Work to upgrade and modernise ageing water and sewer infrastructure is progressing steadily across Cape Town

    Repairs to damaged Kloof Road under way

    Repairs to damaged Kloof Road under way

    26 March 2026

    Kloof Road is one of the access routes that links the City Bowl with the Atlantic Seaboard suburbs of Camps Bay, Clifton, Bantry Bay and Sea Point

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

    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

    The next 90 days will shape Cape Town’s winter water outlook

    The next 90 days will shape Cape Town’s winter water outlook

    25 February 2026

    Cape Town is not in a drought, but the window to avoid water restrictions later this year is narrowing. Based on the current water usage trend, dam storage could drop as low as 40% by May if this year’s rainfall is average.

    Additional R39 million for stormwater maintenance to mitigate winter flooding

    Additional R39 million for stormwater maintenance to mitigate winter flooding

    15 February 2026

    The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate has been allocated an additional R39 million to ramp up maintenance and repair of stormwater infrastructure in flood-prone areas

    Steady progress made on water and sewer pipe replacements

    Steady progress made on water and sewer pipe replacements

    01 February 2026

    Within six months, June to December 2025, the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has replaced a total of 35,71km of water pipes (71,4% of the target) and 33,99km of sewer pipes (34% of the target).

    Council Speech 29 January 2026

    Council Speech 29 January 2026

    29 January 2026

    All work, no play

    Less is more for Miller’s Point

    Less is more for Miller’s Point

    27 January 2026

    Nearly 500 residents participated in the City’s online survey about Miller’s Point

    Recycle today, protect tomorrow: City marks World Environmental Education Day

    Recycle today, protect tomorrow: City marks World Environmental Education Day

    26 January 2026

    The City is calling on Cape Town residents, especially the youth, to help reduce plastic waste as we commemorate World Environmental Education Day on Monday, 26 January 2026.

    Bring in the New Year with these Cape Town events

    Bring in the New Year with these Cape Town events

    29 December 2025

    The Cape Malay Road March will usher in the New Year with traditional Malay music, drums and marching as several choirs take to the streets of the Cape Town CBD on Wednesday, 31 December 2025

    International recognition for Cape Town as a top destination

    International recognition for Cape Town as a top destination

    17 December 2025

    Travel and Leisure Asia and the U.S. News & World Report have respectively marked Cape Town in their top ranks for best destination this year.

    Repairs to damaged Kloof Road to commence by March 2026

    Repairs to damaged Kloof Road to commence by March 2026

    10 December 2025

    The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate will commence with the repairs to Kloof Road by March 2026

    City celebrates environmental partners and unveils new mascot

    City celebrates environmental partners and unveils new mascot

    04 December 2025

    On Wednesday, 3 December 2025, the City of Cape Town’s Environmental Management Department hosted its inaugural Partner Appreciation Event at the Smart Living Education Centre and Dome Classroom, Green Point Park

    Cape Town set for a blockbuster weekend of events to close out November

    Cape Town set for a blockbuster weekend of events to close out November

    26 November 2025

    The Festive Light Switch-on, with an anticipated crowd of around 80 000, will usher in the joyous season but it’s just one of many events taking place in Cape Town this coming weekend.

    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

    Cape Town launches Safety Plan ahead of record festive deployment

    Cape Town launches Safety Plan ahead of record festive deployment

    18 November 2025

    The Mayor launched the City’s Safety Plan for the Festive Season at Muizenberg beach on 18 November together with the Safety and Security and Community Services and Health Directorates.

    Cape Town awards Civic Honours

    Cape Town awards Civic Honours

    14 November 2025

    Civic Honours are about recognising the contributions of remarkable people who have delivered exceptional public service, in any field of social, community or civic interest.

    Remembering those who gave their lives for peace

    Remembering those who gave their lives for peace

    10 November 2025

    Alderman Eddie Andrews delivered the Remembrance Day address at the Cenotaph in Adderley Street on 9 November 2025

    Tell us more about your vision for Miller’s Point

    Tell us more about your vision for Miller’s Point

    04 November 2025

    long-term vision for the Miller’s Point coastal resort

    City gears up for a busy November events calendar

    City gears up for a busy November events calendar

    04 November 2025

    The City of Cape Town is preparing for another bustling month of activities.

    Resurfacing of roads in Somerset West

    Resurfacing of roads in Somerset West

    29 October 2025

    The City will be working on the following roads in Somerset West

    Residents invited to open day about spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    Residents invited to open day about spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    28 October 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town invites the public to the Open Day about the community-driven draft Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) for the Big Bay area.

    David Kramer, Taliep Petersen to be awarded the Freedom of Cape Town

    David Kramer, Taliep Petersen to be awarded the Freedom of Cape Town

    28 October 2025

    ​Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has announced that the City will bestow its highest Civic Honour

    City’s youth hiking challenge builds resilience and keeps youth on a positive path

    City’s youth hiking challenge builds resilience and keeps youth on a positive path

    27 October 2025

    The City’s Recreation and Parks Department successfully concluded the 2nd annual Maclear’s Beacon Hiking Challenge, held this past Saturday, 25 October 2025.

    Call on residents to comment on draft local spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    Call on residents to comment on draft local spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    09 October 2025

    The draft LSDF for Big Bay and surrounding areas was an initiative driven by the local community

    Sewer horror – Manenberg sees 40 tonnes of waste removed

    Sewer horror – Manenberg sees 40 tonnes of waste removed

    29 September 2025

    ​Mountains of rags, nappies and wet wipes, weighing over 40 tonnes, were hauled out of Manenberg’s sewer system in just two months

    New nature reserve spoils visitors with spectacular views, critically endangered veld

    New nature reserve spoils visitors with spectacular views, critically endangered veld

    19 September 2025

    The City has added another nature reserve to Cape Town’s protected areas, namely Schapenberg.

    City of Cape Town backs Speed Classic Cape Town

    City of Cape Town backs Speed Classic Cape Town

    12 September 2025

    The Speed Classic Cape Town will transform Philip Kgosana Drive into a 1,8 km stretch of pure motorsport adrenaline, a twisting climb with 150 metres of elevation over two days next month.

    Road closures for Gun Run weekend

    Road closures for Gun Run weekend

    09 September 2025

    More than 18 000 athletes, combined for the trail run, 10km race, 5km fun runs and the Half Marathon, are expected to take part in the Gun Run.

    Table View Beachfront upgrades gaining good momentum

    Table View Beachfront upgrades gaining good momentum

    04 September 2025

    Table View Beachfront upgrades

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

    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.

    Cape Town International arrivals set for smooth entry as BMA, WCG and City team-up

    Cape Town International arrivals set for smooth entry as BMA, WCG and City team-up

    18 August 2025

    A smoother, faster experience at the airport means tourists get to Table Mountain before sunset, and the tour guide in Langa does not lose business due to airport delays

    Council adopts Cape Town Biodiversity Spatial Plan and puts Biodiversity Priority Areas on the map

    Council adopts Cape Town Biodiversity Spatial Plan and puts Biodiversity Priority Areas on the map

    05 August 2025

    Council adopted the Cape Town Biodiversity Spatial Plan

    City Hall clock and bell chime heard across Cape Town again

    City Hall clock and bell chime heard across Cape Town again

    31 July 2025

    The famous City Hall clock is ticking in perfect time and its beautiful bells are chiming once again after being fully restored.

    City embarks on temporary pothole repairs this winter

    City embarks on temporary pothole repairs this winter

    11 July 2025

    During winter, and as a result of heavy and ongoing rains, water seeps into cracks on the road surface

    Continuous efforts to maintain the Sir Lowry’s Pass River

    Continuous efforts to maintain the Sir Lowry’s Pass River

    10 July 2025

    Maintenance of the City’s rivers, canals and waterways takes place all year round, with operations ramping up pre-winter in preparation for seasonal rainfall.

    Planned water supply maintenance for 7 July to 10 July 2025

    Planned water supply maintenance for 7 July to 10 July 2025

    04 July 2025

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

    Planned water supply maintenance for 29 June to 4 July 2025

    Planned water supply maintenance for 29 June to 4 July 2025

    29 June 2025

    The City will be doing planned work in the identified areas, which will result in water supply disruption.

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