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    City replaces 590 SmartCape computers at 50 public libraries

    City replaces 590 SmartCape computers at 50 public libraries

    07 August 2026

    ​SmartCape provides free access to computers and the internet, while City libraries also offer digital literacy training

    City highlights investment in women leaders to strengthen public service

    City highlights investment in women leaders to strengthen public service

    07 August 2026

    Alderman Uys highlighted the City’s continued commitment to advancing opportunities for women across its workforce

    External bursaries provide new hope and future opportunities for students

    External bursaries provide new hope and future opportunities for students

    07 August 2026

    The bursaries cover registration, tuition and examination fees as well as capped allowances

    Short-Term Letting By-Law open for public comment

    Short-Term Letting By-Law open for public comment

    06 August 2026

    ​The By-law aims to improve compliance with the City’s existing Rates Policy

    Almost 40 000 overdue items returned during Fine Free weeks

    Almost 40 000 overdue items returned during Fine Free weeks

    04 August 2026

    City libraries saw 37 422 items returned with a monetary value of R4 767 836, 51.

    Residents to comment on one way road conversions in Ottery, Claremont and Wynberg

    Residents to comment on one way road conversions in Ottery, Claremont and Wynberg

    03 August 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate invites all residents and road users to comment on a proposal to introduce permanent one-way systems along a portion of Strandfontein Service Road in Ottery

    City Health project improves breastfeeding outcomes

    City Health project improves breastfeeding outcomes

    01 August 2026

    A City Health project that provides dedicated support to breastfeeding mothers has resulted in improvement in the exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates.

    Reminder to comment on proposed closure of Klipfontein Service Road

    Reminder to comment on proposed closure of Klipfontein Service Road

    27 July 2026

    Reminder to comment on proposed closure of Klipfontein Service Road

    City libraries sharpen coding skills for Coding4Africa Tournament

    City libraries sharpen coding skills for Coding4Africa Tournament

    22 July 2026

    Coding4Africa is a continent-wide unplugged coding tournament run by Tangible in partnership with the Leva Foundation

    City marks South African Librarians Day by welcoming 23 new library leaders

    City marks South African Librarians Day by welcoming 23 new library leaders

    10 July 2026

    ​The group of librarians completed the Strengthening Innovative Library Leaders (SILL) training programme

    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

    City proposes R366 million capital investment in community facilities

    City proposes R366 million capital investment in community facilities

    05 July 2026

    Among the projects on the table are cemetery upgrades, the rebuild of Suiderstrand Library and ongoing redevelopment of the Strandfontein Pavilion.

    Attendance up nearly 50% at City libraries’ career expos

    Attendance up nearly 50% at City libraries’ career expos

    29 June 2026

    ​Career expos at City libraries during the first half of the year drew a record turnout of 6 355 young people

    Mayor opens new and improved Khayelitsha library

    Mayor opens new and improved Khayelitsha library

    25 June 2026

    The library has undergone a remarkable transformation and now presents a fresh, bright, and welcoming environment for the community

    Reminder to comment on Charl Malan Street becoming a vehicle-free zone

    Reminder to comment on Charl Malan Street becoming a vehicle-free zone

    22 June 2026

    The proposed changes form part of the City’s plans to improve and upgrade the Bellville CBD as Cape Town’s second metropolitan hub

    Youth Day celebrations at Adriaanse Library

    Youth Day celebrations at Adriaanse Library

    19 June 2026

    Following an educational programme, participants enjoyed a variety of recreational activities facilitated by the Sports and Recreation Department

    City libraries and recreation centres ready for winter school holiday fun

    City libraries and recreation centres ready for winter school holiday fun

    19 June 2026

    The Recreation and Parks Department’s programme is packed with activities and include sports and indoor games

    City’s Let’s ACT brings climate action murals to communities

    City’s Let’s ACT brings climate action murals to communities

    18 June 2026

    These murals are more than public artworks, they are a platform for communities to express their role in shaping an energy-conscious future

    City's gaming tournament brings much joy to young gamers

    City's gaming tournament brings much joy to young gamers

    18 June 2026

    The City’s Smart Cape programme is focused on expanding digital access and enabling opportunities within communities

    Langa library starts a new chapter with completed upgrades

    Langa library starts a new chapter with completed upgrades

    12 June 2026

    Libraries play such an important role in our communities and renovating, regular maintenance and upgrades are investments in future learning

    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

    Reminder to comment on Road Safety Strategy for Cape Town

    Reminder to comment on Road Safety Strategy for Cape Town

    01 June 2026

    The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate would like to remind all residents to submit input on the draft Road Safety Strategy before Monday,8 June 2026.

    Finland celebrates Cape Town’s Digital Twin technology success

    Finland celebrates Cape Town’s Digital Twin technology success

    01 June 2026

    Facilities Management plays a central role in the City’s Digital Twin initiative by providing the operational knowledge, asset data and day-to-day building management expertise needed

    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

    Have your say on Charl Malan Street becoming a vehicle-free zone

    Have your say on Charl Malan Street becoming a vehicle-free zone

    27 May 2026

    The proposed changes form part of the City’s plans to improve and upgrade the Bellville CBD as Cape Town’s second metropolitan hub

    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.

    City invites residents to community information sessions - Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle pest

    City invites residents to community information sessions - Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle pest

    27 May 2026

    The PSHB continues to pose a serious threat to Cape Town's urban forest and biodiversity.

    City invests millions to refurbish and upgrade libraries across Cape Town

    City invests millions to refurbish and upgrade libraries across Cape Town

    24 May 2026

    Public libraries across Cape Town are undergoing major upgrades as the City invests millions to improve spaces where residents, especially young people, learn, study and access the internet

    Community Services and Health teams respond rapidly to severe storm impacts across Cape Town

    Community Services and Health teams respond rapidly to severe storm impacts across Cape Town

    15 May 2026

    Despite the severity of the weather conditions, our Recreation and Parks teams were fully activated ahead of the storms and have been working around the clock to respond to incidents

    Reminder to have your say on proposed one-way road conversions in Bothasig and Valmary Park

    Reminder to have your say on proposed one-way road conversions in Bothasig and Valmary Park

    14 May 2026

    These proposals are designed to improve traffic flow, enhance safety and create a more organised road environment

    City calls for comments on Road Safety Strategy for Cape Town

    City calls for comments on Road Safety Strategy for Cape Town

    10 May 2026

    The City is responsible for leading the development, coordination and oversight of road safety initiatives

    City supports over 200 women into leadership and work opportunities

    City supports over 200 women into leadership and work opportunities

    07 May 2026

    This programme is about building stronger communities from within

    City upscales skills programme to equip youth workforce

    City upscales skills programme to equip youth workforce

    01 May 2026

    In light of Workers’ Day, the City of Cape Town is highlighting its successful partnership with the National Business Initiative (NBI) to expand opportunities for unemployed youth through the Installation, Repair and Maintenance (IRM) Programme.

    Athlone Library reopened after burglary, services restored for community

    Athlone Library reopened after burglary, services restored for community

    27 April 2026

    Athlone library ropened after burglary disrupted services

    City Libraries dive into water saving with Manzi

    City Libraries dive into water saving with Manzi

    23 April 2026

    ​Residents visiting their local library may notice a familiar face imploring them to save water

    City hosts successful Career Expo days, empowering youth through opportunities

    City hosts successful Career Expo days, empowering youth through opportunities

    20 April 2026

    The City of Cape Town Corporate Services Directorate hosted a successful Career Expo at the Delft Civic Centre

    City strongly condemns repeated burglaries at Athlone Library

    City strongly condemns repeated burglaries at Athlone Library

    15 April 2026

    The Athlone Library is offering limited services after it was burgled two weekends in a row.

    Have your say on proposed one-way road conversions in Bothasig and Valmary Park

    Have your say on proposed one-way road conversions in Bothasig and Valmary Park

    15 April 2026

    These proposals are designed to improve traffic flow, enhance safety and create a more organised road environment around Bosmansdam Primary School in Bothasig, as well as around Durbanville Preparatory School in Valmary Park

    Council approves next phase of planning for proposed Three Anchor Bay mixed-use precinct

    Council approves next phase of planning for proposed Three Anchor Bay mixed-use precinct

    04 April 2026

    Council has granted in-principle approval for the City to explore the redevelopment potential of a portion of prime City-owned land in Green Point.

    Opera Blocks brings music and play to 360+ children and parents at City libraries

    Opera Blocks brings music and play to 360+ children and parents at City libraries

    01 April 2026

    Opera Blocks is a fun, interactive theatre experience incorporating vibrant colours, shapes, and classical music for children up to five years old and their parents and caregivers

    Diary of a Wimpy Kid limps home during fine free week

    Diary of a Wimpy Kid limps home during fine free week

    30 March 2026

    Fine Free Week saw the return of 12 442 items valued at R1 622 008

    Reminder to help shape the City’s updated Freight Management Strategy

    Reminder to help shape the City’s updated Freight Management Strategy

    25 March 2026

    The updated strategy now provides direction on tackling new and growing issues

    Reminder to have your say on Citywide traffic safety improvements

    Reminder to have your say on Citywide traffic safety improvements

    24 March 2026

    The key objective of these traffic calming measures is to improve pedestrian safety, especially around schools where vulnerable road users are most at risk.

    Observatory Library marks 128 years as a community icon

    Observatory Library marks 128 years as a community icon

    20 March 2026

    This is a special milestone for Observatory Library. It’s not only a historic building, but a longstanding community hub.

    Goodwood Library celebrates 65 years

    Goodwood Library celebrates 65 years

    13 March 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Goodwood Library celebrated its 65th birthday this week.

    City libraries kick off South African Library Week with annual road march

    City libraries kick off South African Library Week with annual road march

    13 March 2026

    The road march through the streets of Cape Town has become a fixture on the City libraries calendar and marks the official start of South African Library Week

    City’s SmartCape set to increase digital literacy and skills for residents

    City’s SmartCape set to increase digital literacy and skills for residents

    11 March 2026

    The SmartCape programme was initiated in July 2002 with five computers deployed at six public libraries across the City.

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Somerset West, Durbanville and Tokai next week

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Somerset West, Durbanville and Tokai next week

    06 March 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office is heading to Somerset West, Durbanville and Tokai next week to bring essential municipal services directly to residents' doorsteps

    City reminds residents to attend community information sessions: Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle (PSHB) pest

    City reminds residents to attend community information sessions: Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle (PSHB) pest

    05 March 2026

    ​The City is encouraging residents to attend the upcoming PSHB information sessions

    Have Your Say on Citywide Traffic Safety Improvements

    Have Your Say on Citywide Traffic Safety Improvements

    03 March 2026

    The City of Cape Town is inviting residents, stakeholders and interested groups to have their say on the proposed roll-out of traffic calming measures across the city.

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