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28 May 2026
Each year, the City appoints over 600 seasonal lifeguards to be deployed to designated bathing beaches and public
10 April 2026
Lifeguards play a critical role in the City’s Drowning Prevention Strategy each year.
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.
24 March 2026
The Strandfontein Pavilion Refurbishment project is a multi-year capital injection aimed at transforming this day resort, originally constructed in the 1980s around the largest tidal pool in the southern hemisphere.
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
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
20 January 2026
The programme, implemented by the City’s Community Services and Health Directorate, is aimed at keeping young children safe on beaches.
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.
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.
22 December 2025
MAYORAL MINUTE 2025
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.
02 December 2025
The City is currently busy with the construction of the second phase of the Strand seawall project
The summer holiday is the longest of the year and it can be a challenge to keep little hands and minds busy
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.
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.
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.
06 May 2025
The Film Fund intends to provide support to a range of productions, including short and feature films, music videos, commercials and reality TV series.
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.
27 March 2025
“Invested in Hope” Budget 2025/26
22 March 2025
City's beaches and pools is ready for the upcoming school holiday
14 March 2025
Participants gain vital swimming skills and confidence, helping to reduce drowning risks while encouraging an active lifestyle
27 February 2025
The event, which brought together students who had participated in the City’s Recreation and Parks Department’s Learn-to-Swim programme, was a joyful celebration of their hard work and dedication
23 January 2025
The Cape Town MET is more than just a horse racing event; it is a celebration of fashion, culture, and community.
20 January 2025
The City of Cape Town’s Recreation and Parks Department has urged bathers to remain cautious even as the season winds down.
03 January 2025
Of the nine fatal drownings since the start of the season in September 2024, four occurred in December, compared to five the previous December.
31 December 2024
The safety and quality of the swimming environment are our top priorities and we are working hard to complete all necessary steps so that the pool can reopen as soon as possible
23 December 2024
Strand beach was the busiest with 1 789 children tagged, followed by Mnandi (1 501) and Muizenberg (1 093).
17 December 2024
MEDIA STATEMENT BY MAYOR GEORDIN HILL-LEWIS
05 December 2024
Council speech – 5 December 2024
04 December 2024
Cape Town is ready to welcome the world this holiday season.
02 December 2024
The City of Cape Town has deployed over 680 lifeguards to beaches and swimming pools ahead of the summer tourism boom.
13 November 2024
Resources will be bolstered by metro police trainee participants in the Project 1000 learnership programme, together with over 4 000 uniformed enforcement and emergency personnel.
25 October 2024
Hundreds of Safety and Security Training College cadets participated in a hike on Table Mountain today
18 October 2024
With Retreat back in business, all eyes are now on Strand, which is set to reopen in early December.
16 October 2024
City's Learn-to-Swim Programme assist with water safety
09 October 2024
The City’s public housing maintenance teams headed to the Macassar community residential units (CRUs) for important maintenance and upgrades. The City carried out emergency and general repairs, which included plumbing and electrical work among others.
07 October 2024
'The City commends Brandon for his bravery in selflessly swimming into rough seas to rescue a woman from drowning
20 September 2024
Each year, the City's Recreation and Parks Department embarks on the critical task of recruiting seasonal lifeguards to ensure safety at municipal pools and beaches.
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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