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05 July 2026
Among the projects on the table are cemetery upgrades, the rebuild of Suiderstrand Library and ongoing redevelopment of the Strandfontein Pavilion.
02 July 2026
The City would like to advise all residents, businesses and visitors in the Strand area of the changes to the traffic management plan
28 May 2026
Each year, the City appoints over 600 seasonal lifeguards to be deployed to designated bathing beaches and public
16 May 2026
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is calling on residents and businesses across Cape Town to reduce water consumption to essential use only as severe weather conditions have impacted major water treatment operations and placed pressure on the bulk water supply system.
10 April 2026
Lifeguards play a critical role in the City’s Drowning Prevention Strategy each year.
From April, the City has changed to a proactive winter water savings target, now calling on Team Cape Town to collectively use less than 860 million litres a day.
01 April 2026
While it may be April Fool’s Day today, the call for everyone living, working and visiting Cape Town to save water is no joke. The truth is that Team Cape Town’s collective water usage over the next two months - April and May- matters.
31 March 2026
Mayor Hill-Lewis City of Hope Budget Speech
29 March 2026
The learn to swim programme is part of the City's broader drowning prevention, water safety and active living programmes.
27 March 2026
Team Cape Town, our collective water usage between now and May matters
Residents are advised that the St James Spring collection point at 4 Main Road, Muizenberg, is closed until further notice.
18 March 2026
Over this past week, spiked water usage coupled with the continued heat wave has resulted in Cape Town’s dam levels hitting half empty at 50,4%.
11 March 2026
Team Cape Town, please stay hydrated during the heat wave this week and only use water for essential purposes, as we manage our dam levels together.
05 March 2026
The Retreat Indoor Pool, one of four indoor pools operating throughout the year, has been temporarily closed since Monday
03 March 2026
Managing our water use over the next three months remains vital
20 February 2026
A number of public swimming pools will close from Monday, 23 February 2026, as part of an important programme of planned infrastructure repairs
18 February 2026
Team Cape Town, remember to stay hydrated this week as hot temperatures soar and only use water for essential purposes, as we manage our dam levels together.
13 February 2026
Team Cape Town, let’s continue to work together to be water wise.
04 February 2026
Over the past week, water usage has continued to climb, reaching 1 073 million litres of water a day (MLD).
02 February 2026
The Water and Sanitation Directorate’s Water Inspectorate has increased their checks across Cape Town to regulate and enforce local water by-laws and deter excessive water use.
29 January 2026
All work, no play
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says the City has allocated R114m in its adjustment budget for the N2 Edge safety project
28 January 2026
Cape Town’s dam storage levels currently stand at 62,2%, which will need to last until the next seasonal rainfall cycle.
25 January 2026
The pilot includes the 31 outdoor community swimming pools that recently reverted to weekend operations at the conclusion of the festive season.
16 January 2026
There were no fatal or non-fatal drownings recorded at municipal swimming pools – a remarkable feat, considering just how popular these facilities were with patrons enjoying a day out.
07 January 2026
The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is urging all residents, businesses and visitors to immediately reduce water consumption as usage has spiked once again over recent hot days, resulting in dam levels dropping 19% below what was available at the same time last year. This may raise concerns about water security in the months ahead should usage not reduce as quickly as possible this summer.
30 December 2025
Since 1 December, there have been 19 non-fatal drownings at Cape Town’s beaches.
23 December 2025
The City’s festive season safety plan includes increased patrols on the roads and places of public interest, like CBDs, beaches and other public open spaces.
19 December 2025
Thirty six of the City’s 37 swimming pools are open for the 2025/2026 summer season
11 December 2025
The City would like to remind all residents and those planning to visit the Strand beachfront over the festive season that the section of Strand beach known as Mosterd’s Bay (between the Strand swimming pool and Norman Road) will be closed
The active supervision of children is something that needs to be top of mind at all times – not just at our beaches.
03 December 2025
This campaign is our most ambitious global push yet.
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is calling on the public to be more water-wise.
02 December 2025
The City is currently busy with the construction of the second phase of the Strand seawall project
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.
12 November 2025
Twenty-two pools are already open and following completion of scheduled works, a total of 29 pools will be open by end of November, and 36 by 12 December for the school holidays.
20 September 2025
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis officially handed over the newly-upgraded Manenberg Sports Ground to the community.
24 August 2025
The City is investing in the safety of its clinics, libraries, parks and other facilities to ensure they remain open and accessible for generations to come.
20 August 2025
A new 11-a-side synthetic soccer pitch and family park was recently completed as part of the final stage of the R27m transformative upgrade.
08 August 2025
The assessment process ensures that only the most capable, skilled and safety-conscious individuals are selected to serve the public during the upcoming summer season
21 July 2025
City’s Recreation and Parks Department hosted a vibrant, water safety celebration at the Long Street Indoor Swimming Pool in the heart of the city.
16 July 2025
The Community Services and Health Directorate is planning a range of projects over the next 12 months
23 June 2025
The event forms part of the City’s Youth Month celebrations and is aimed at promoting access to new recreational opportunities for young people.
25 May 2025
Potential candidates will be required to undergo competency testing during the selection process.
15 May 2025
The City is in the final stretch of completing the cleaning of Newlands Reservoir as part of its annual proactive water maintenance programme.
08 May 2025
The Retreat Swimming Pool has re-opened after repairs when a break-in at the facility last month resulted in significant damage to the plant room.
25 April 2025
The incident comes just six months after the Retreat indoor swimming pool reopened to the public, following a period of critical repairs and maintenance.
22 April 2025
These were serious incidents that could have resulted in fatalities were it not for the swift actions of lifeguards, bystanders and emergency services.
08 April 2025
World Day for Physical Activity was observed on Sunday, 6 April 2025 – and the City showcased how it promotes active, healthy lifestyles for all ages.
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.
7 August - 11 September 2026, Vasco Estate (Goodwood)
The Recreation and Parks Department is responsible for 201 Civic Centres, including Community Halls, Centres, Recreation Hubs and Multi-purpose centres around the metro.
The City of Cape Town today signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA), establishing a multi-year strategic partnership to expand skills development
See all tenders received by the City of Cape Town.
The Killarney Drop-off facility accepts clean, garage or garden waste, recyclables and ru...
3 August - 4 September 2026
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