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    City and Langa residents join forces to tackle water pollution

    City and Langa residents join forces to tackle water pollution

    21 July 2026

    More than 200 bags of waste have been removed, over 20 stormwater drains cleared and hundreds of residents reached through a City-funded community project

    City equips little learners in Khayelitsha with fun learning equipment

    City equips little learners in Khayelitsha with fun learning equipment

    01 July 2026

    The ECD representatives enjoyed productive discussions with the Deputy Mayor and key City officials

    City empowering youth to protect rivers, oceans and future

    City empowering youth to protect rivers, oceans and future

    29 June 2026

    The Junior River Wardens Programme invests in young people as future environmental leaders

    Manzi inspires young water champions at 95 schools

    Manzi inspires young water champions at 95 schools

    08 June 2026

    More than 95 schools across Cape Town have already been reached by the City’s water awareness programme in 2026

    Toy libraries reach more than 11 000 children as City celebrates World Play Day

    Toy libraries reach more than 11 000 children as City celebrates World Play Day

    27 May 2026

    World Play Day is celebrated annually on 28 May.

    Bokmakierie learners explore the value of water

    Bokmakierie learners explore the value of water

    13 May 2026

    A group of curious Grade 7 learners from Bokmakierie Primary School in Hazendal recently stepped beyond the classroom to see where their water goes

    Cape Town youth lead the way as three schools celebrate Junior River Warden success

    Cape Town youth lead the way as three schools celebrate Junior River Warden success

    29 April 2026

    These learners have demonstrated that environmental stewardship is not just about the future; it is about active citizenship right now.

    All hands on deck to tackle plastic pollution

    All hands on deck to tackle plastic pollution

    17 December 2025

    Tackling plastic pollution is a global challenge

    Council approves amendments to give ECDs a hand up

    Council approves amendments to give ECDs a hand up

    04 December 2025

    Several years ago, the City identified development charges as a stumbling block to Early Childhood Development Centres, which gave rise to the Development Charges Exemption Criteria for ECDs.

    Good Hope Centre precinct revitalisation another step closer

    Good Hope Centre precinct revitalisation another step closer

    20 November 2025

    This redevelopment will breathe new life into a strategically located part of the inner city, protect our heritage, unlock investment, and generate jobs

    City’s Energy Festival and Smart Living programmes join forces for a more sustainable future

    City’s Energy Festival and Smart Living programmes join forces for a more sustainable future

    18 November 2025

    Five City libraries are taking part in areas identified as high heat zones across the metro.

    It’s hot! And Cape Town has its first Chief Heat Officer

    It’s hot! And Cape Town has its first Chief Heat Officer

    07 November 2025

    Cape Town becomes the first South African city to have a Chief Heat Officer

    Prepaid electricity: Tips to save and myths busted

    Prepaid electricity: Tips to save and myths busted

    13 August 2025

    We are committed to assisting prepaid electricity customers take control of their electricity usage

    Dial-a-Ride service to continue assisting wheelchair users, those with severe walking impairments

    Dial-a-Ride service to continue assisting wheelchair users, those with severe walking impairments

    07 August 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town will, as from 8 September 2025, implement changes to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Dial-a-Ride (DaR) service

    Deputy Mayor hosts online briefing about budget priorities for cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    Deputy Mayor hosts online briefing about budget priorities for cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    28 July 2025

    Online briefing session about the directorate’s budget priorities for the current financial year

    Public invited to online briefing about budget priorities for cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    Public invited to online briefing about budget priorities for cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    23 July 2025

    The City of Cape Town’s Invested in Hope Budget was approved by Council last month.

    More milestones for the City’s Matrix®  programme

    More milestones for the City’s Matrix® programme

    16 April 2025

    This graduation ceremony is a celebration of perseverance and a reminder to us all of what is possible when dedicated individuals come together for a common goal.

    City joins STEM Club teachers for a class on the New Water Programme

    City joins STEM Club teachers for a class on the New Water Programme

    12 February 2025

    The network comprises of primary and high school STEM Clubs across the Western Cape, inspiring young learners to excel in science, technology, engineering and mathematics

    Central Library celebrates 70 years

    Central Library celebrates 70 years

    30 January 2025

    The City of Cape Town’s Central Librarycelebrates 70 years of page-turning service to patrons around the city.

    City commends businesses that recognise waste as a valuable resource

    City commends businesses that recognise waste as a valuable resource

    19 December 2024

    Hotel Verde’s journey to achieving Net Zero Waste was guided by two core strategies - sustainable purchasing policy and waste separation and composting.

    Lotus River Library celebrates 40th birthday

    Lotus River Library celebrates 40th birthday

    18 November 2024

    The library is one of 101 operated by the City of Cape Town, catering to 36 689 patrons.

    Dip in Diabetes screenings cause of concern

    Dip in Diabetes screenings cause of concern

    13 November 2024

    World Diabetes Day is on 14 November and the City highlights awarenes and programmes to assist with the prevention and management of diabetes

    City’s beaches continue to lead with eight Blue Flag accolades

    City’s beaches continue to lead with eight Blue Flag accolades

    28 October 2024

    ​The City’s Recreation and Parks Department is proud to announce that eight of its beaches have been awarded prestigious Blue Flag status for the 2024/25 season.

    City libraries unlock a world of learning through play

    City libraries unlock a world of learning through play

    15 October 2024

    Research shows the importance of learning through play and the positive impact it has on children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.

    City hosts workshop on gender-based violence

    City hosts workshop on gender-based violence

    28 August 2024

    The workshop focused on identifying early warning signs of gender-based violence and abuse, and what to do to stop it.

    Small-scale farming business rules the roost thanks to City’s EPWP Training Programme

    Small-scale farming business rules the roost thanks to City’s EPWP Training Programme

    30 May 2024

    The City’s Urban Waste Management Directorate is pleased to be part of the remarkable success of Khaya Burwana, founder of AgriKey Farming.

    Explore Cape Town’s water history at Woodhead Dam Museum

    Explore Cape Town’s water history at Woodhead Dam Museum

    24 May 2024

    ​International Museum Month, recognised in May, is drawing to an end but the public still have the opportunity to visit the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate’s Woodhead Dam Museum

    City approves transfer of 52 school sites to Western Cape Government

    City approves transfer of 52 school sites to Western Cape Government

    29 April 2024

    As of July 2022, the City has given the green light to transfer 52 City of Cape Town-owned properties to be used as schools to the Western Cape Provincial Government.

    Know where your tap water comes from and the need to diversify its sources

    Know where your tap water comes from and the need to diversify its sources

    10 April 2024

    As Cape Town navigates the challenges posed by climate change and population growth, it's imperative to understand how the City plans to introduce new water sources via its New Water Programme.

    City forms partnerships with stakeholders for innovation and skills development

    City forms partnerships with stakeholders for innovation and skills development

    28 March 2024

    Through this partnership, the Urban Waste Management Directorate will have access to resources and expertise provided by the LGSETA and CCIEEC.

    Conserving water through education on World Water Day

    Conserving water through education on World Water Day

    23 March 2024

    Annually observed on 22nd March, World Water Day serves as a poignant reminder of the global water crisis.

     City libraries write new chapter in technology

    City libraries write new chapter in technology

    23 February 2024

    City libraries initiatives to be more resilient against load shedding

     Scholar safety a priority for School Resource Officers

    Scholar safety a priority for School Resource Officers

    18 February 2024

    Law Enforceement officers asssiting schools to create a safe environment

    Cape Town’s rooftop solar boom at record levels

    Cape Town’s rooftop solar boom at record levels

    29 September 2023

    ​Cape Town’s rooftop solar boom is at record levels, with August 2023 seeing the highest ever solar PV installation applications to the City.

    Solar PV system application turnaround time expected to shorten from 1 October

    Solar PV system application turnaround time expected to shorten from 1 October

    15 September 2023

    More and more Capetonians are installing solar PV and battery systems to avoid Eskom's load-shedding and take advantage of forthcoming City incentives to pay cash for power generated by residents

    Manzi drops in to schools, promoting water saving for World Water Week

    Manzi drops in to schools, promoting water saving for World Water Week

    25 August 2023

    The City's Water and Sanitation Directorate plans initiatives throughout the year to spread awareness about the importance of saving water.

      Fine free week promotes International Literacy Day theme

     Fine free week promotes International Literacy Day theme

    23 August 2023

    The City of Cape Town’s libraries are giving patrons an opportunity to return their outstanding items without any fines payable.

    Wondering what inverter to get? Check out the City's list of approved, safe inverters

    Wondering what inverter to get? Check out the City's list of approved, safe inverters

    28 July 2023

    National legislation and regulations require the authorisation of all power generating systems connected to the electricity supply

    City aims to reduce solar PV system go ahead timeframe

    City aims to reduce solar PV system go ahead timeframe

    08 June 2023

    The City is working to dramatically reduce the turnaround time of applications for small-scale embedded generation (SSEG) systems.

    Youth invest in their future this World Earth Day

    Youth invest in their future this World Earth Day

    24 April 2023

    The theme for Earth Day 2023 is "Invest in Our Future", with an emphasis on investing in the local green economy, reducing personal carbon footprint and sustainable livelihoods.

    City seeks public input on KhoeKhoen materials and resources

    City seeks public input on KhoeKhoen materials and resources

    17 April 2023

    ​The City is calling on Cape Town residents and all interested parties to comment on the proposed Khoekhoen materials and resources

    A Budget for Building Hope

    A Budget for Building Hope

    29 March 2023

    It is about building the future we want for Cape Town. Building a City of Hope for All.

    City promotes accreditation for waste service providers on Global Recycling Day

    City promotes accreditation for waste service providers on Global Recycling Day

    18 March 2023

    Every year on 18 March, the world comes together to recognise, and celebrate, the importance of recycling in protecting our resources and securing the future of our planet.

    Help City libraries tell powerful stories by returning outstanding items

    Help City libraries tell powerful stories by returning outstanding items

    10 March 2023

    Books worth millions of rand have been lost to City libraries due to patrons who have failed to return these items.

    City partners with GTP to revitalise Bellville and boost investment potential

    City partners with GTP to revitalise Bellville and boost investment potential

    28 February 2023

    The project falls under an umbrella campaign - Better. Bellville. Together. – and will be funded by the City and rolled out by the Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP).

    Summer of fun at City’s My Clean Green Home

    Summer of fun at City’s My Clean Green Home

    02 December 2022

    The City’s My Clean Green Home in Green Point Urban Park is open again to visitors for the summer season until Sunday, 18 December 2022.

    City libraries get better with age

    City libraries get better with age

    02 December 2022

    ​Four of the City’s libraries recently celebrated various milestones

    Choose City libraries as your study buddy

    Choose City libraries as your study buddy

    23 October 2022

    The City of Cape Town’s libraries are more than a safe space to study, learn and conduct research.

     New safety corner for ECDs at Du Noon library

    New safety corner for ECDs at Du Noon library

    13 October 2022

    Early childhood development safety corner launched at Du Noon library

    Durbanville Nature Reserve now open on weekends

    Durbanville Nature Reserve now open on weekends

    08 September 2022

    Entrance to the reserve is free and the new opening times

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