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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

     Cape Town allocates nearly R100m to support people sleeping rough and expand shelter accommodation

    Cape Town allocates nearly R100m to support people sleeping rough and expand shelter accommodation

    21 July 2026

    The bulk of the budget - R87 million – is for initiatives supporting people sleeping rough in the street

    Lifeguard recruitment kicks off as City prepares pools for summer season

    Lifeguard recruitment kicks off as City prepares pools for summer season

    28 May 2026

    Each year, the City appoints over 600 seasonal lifeguards to be deployed to designated bathing beaches and public

    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 and NGO join hands in Langa community safety pilot

    City and NGO join hands in Langa community safety pilot

    07 May 2026

    One of the key elements is the training and deployment of 70 Community Risk Management Marshals in six high risk informal settlements in Langa

    Cadets move up during ranking ceremony

    Cadets move up during ranking ceremony

    31 March 2026

    ​The youth cadet programme was first introduced as a Metro Police Department social crime prevention initiative in 2013

    First advanced water meter installations kick off third week of April

    First advanced water meter installations kick off third week of April

    25 March 2026

    The City’s Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) programme officially launches in April, following the appointment of a contractor to replace about 83 000 mechanical water meters with smart, modern metering technology

    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.

    Beachgoers urged to embrace the safe zones this New Year’s weekend

    Beachgoers urged to embrace the safe zones this New Year’s weekend

    30 December 2025

    Since 1 December, there have been 19 non-fatal drownings at Cape Town’s beaches.

    City services primed for long festive weekend

    City services primed for long festive weekend

    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.

    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.

    DRM volunteers showcase first aid and firefighting skills

    DRM volunteers showcase first aid and firefighting skills

    29 October 2025

    The competition gives volunteers an opportunity to showcase the depth of their training and their experience

    Residents invited to free Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle (PSHB) pest information sessions

    Residents invited to free Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle (PSHB) pest information sessions

    08 October 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town is offering free training sessions in Claremont; Pinelands; Durbanville; Kraaifontein and Somerset West about the invasive Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle (PSHB) to all residents and businesses

    City bursaries application deadline looms

    City bursaries application deadline looms

    07 October 2025

    ​The application window for City bursaries closes this Friday, 10 October 2025

    City goes back to school to revamp early childhood development centres

    City goes back to school to revamp early childhood development centres

    30 September 2025

    Early childhood development is a cornerstone of lifelong learning and growth.

    Empowering Capetonians: Discover the Cape Town Entrepreneurship Academy

    Empowering Capetonians: Discover the Cape Town Entrepreneurship Academy

    18 September 2025

    The Cape Town Entrepreneurship Academy, an online learning hub supported by the City, offers free, full-time access to courses designed with the real needs of Capetonians in mind.

    City bursary applications for 2026 are now open

    City bursary applications for 2026 are now open

    12 September 2025

    The City is always on the lookout for new talent and I am pleased to extend an invitation to all Cape Town-based candidates

    City welcomes opportunity for court determination on Dial-a-Ride constitutional and funding obligations

    City welcomes opportunity for court determination on Dial-a-Ride constitutional and funding obligations

    05 September 2025

    The City of Cape Town welcomes the opportunity for the Western Cape High Court to assess the constitutional and funding obligations regarding the Dial-a-Ride service

    Devolution: City prepares for next steps

    Devolution: City prepares for next steps

    21 August 2025

    The motion for the devolution of policing powers was on the agenda for today's Council meeting

    Domestic violence survivors pave their own paths

    Domestic violence survivors pave their own paths

    12 August 2025

    The City's Community, Arts and Culture Development Department held a three-day workshop at the Artscape

    City gears up for a safer summer by wrapping up lifeguard assessments

    City gears up for a safer summer by wrapping up lifeguard assessments

    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

    PECC - 25 years and counting!

    PECC - 25 years and counting!

    01 August 2025

    The Public Emergency Communication Centre is the first service of its kind at municipal level. It started operating in August 2000.

    City celebrates woman rangers for their passion and commitment

    City celebrates woman rangers for their passion and commitment

    31 July 2025

    Today, 31 July 2025, marks World Ranger Day and as such, the City is recognising and celebrating all of our rangers.

    Learners go to school on disaster risk reduction

    Learners go to school on disaster risk reduction

    13 July 2025

    City's Disaster Risk Management Centre hosted resiliense programme for learners

    City support programme lights up Atlantis Neighbourhood Watch

    City support programme lights up Atlantis Neighbourhood Watch

    09 July 2025

    The City has approved ward allocations of nearly R4,4 million to support accredited NWs in the 2025/26 financial year

    Young learners leap into lessons on resilience

    Young learners leap into lessons on resilience

    01 July 2025

    The group of 19 learners from the Leap Science & Maths school in Langa will participate in the annual 'Women & Girls Invisible Force of Resilience' Programme

    Suit up early: lifeguard jobs open for the upcoming summer season

    Suit up early: lifeguard jobs open for the upcoming summer season

    25 May 2025

    Potential candidates will be required to undergo competency testing during the selection process.

    New Codes of Conduct to preserve Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve

    New Codes of Conduct to preserve Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve

    12 May 2025

    Codes of Conduct for Permissible Activities at the Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve (WANR)

    Give your business a boost with the Cape Town Entrepreneurship Academy

    Give your business a boost with the Cape Town Entrepreneurship Academy

    23 April 2025

    The online academy went live in November 2022 with several training videos supplied by experts and experienced business owners.

    Places of worship make the safety grade

    Places of worship make the safety grade

    15 April 2025

    On Saturday, 12 April 2025, the Disaster Risk Management Centre acknowledged the efforts of the latest group of participants – handing over 17 certificates at a graduation event.

    City helps Neighbourhood Watches see into the future

    City helps Neighbourhood Watches see into the future

    12 February 2025

    City provides support to Neighbourhood Watches

    City capacitates Early Childhood Development Centres

    City capacitates Early Childhood Development Centres

    09 February 2025

    In 2024, the City hosted a number of training interventions on a range of topics, reaching 1 668 ECD staff members from across the metropole.

    Safety & Security celebrates staff achievements

    Safety & Security celebrates staff achievements

    10 December 2024

    Statement by Mayoral Commitee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith

    Alderman Eddie Andrews calling men to action at National Men’s Parliament

    Alderman Eddie Andrews calling men to action at National Men’s Parliament

    07 December 2024

    We are united by a common mission: to strengthen accountability amongst ourselves as men, and our role as leaders in government, communities, and families.

    DRMC takes places of worship through their safety paces

    DRMC takes places of worship through their safety paces

    24 November 2024

    Emergency response protocols, evacuation procedures, and ways to mitigate risks during various crises were on the agenda.

    DRMC volunteers put to the test in annual competition

    DRMC volunteers put to the test in annual competition

    28 October 2024

    The 2024 edition of the First-Aid competition was held at the Epping Fire Station with seven teams in attendance.

    Two weeks left for comments on draft Code of Conduct for Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve

    Two weeks left for comments on draft Code of Conduct for Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve

    13 October 2024

    ​Last month, the City of Cape Town extended the commenting period for the draft Code of Conduct for the Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve (WANR) to 31 October 2024

    Hijackers caught red-handed

    Hijackers caught red-handed

    30 September 2024

    One of two hijackers were caught by an off duty traffic officer over the weekend as they attempted to start the vehicle they had taken.

    Reminder of information days about draft Code of Conduct for Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve

    Reminder of information days about draft Code of Conduct for Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve

    16 September 2024

    The draft Code of Conduct for the Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve proposes a number of interventions in the interest of safety and security

    Commenting period for draft Code of Conduct for Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve extended

    Commenting period for draft Code of Conduct for Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve extended

    06 September 2024

    ​The City of Cape Town has extended the commenting period for the draft Code of Conduct for the Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve (WANR) with 30 days until 31 October 2024

    Call on residents, adventure sport operators to comment on draft Code of Conduct for Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve

    Call on residents, adventure sport operators to comment on draft Code of Conduct for Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve

    02 September 2024

    The City of Cape Town is calling on residents, adventure sport operators, and all other stakeholders to comment on the draft Code of Conduct for the Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve (WANR).

    Strand Library celebrates a page turning 120 years

    Strand Library celebrates a page turning 120 years

    30 August 2024

    Strand Library joins an elite group of facilities that have reached this milestone.

    Volunteers deliver 18 000+ hours of service

    Volunteers deliver 18 000+ hours of service

    29 August 2024

    DRMC has 419 registered volunteers, working in teams in various parts of the metropole

    Safer Cities Cooperation Agreement a step in the right direction

    Safer Cities Cooperation Agreement a step in the right direction

    28 August 2024

    We need smarter policing that is driven by intelligence and evidence based.

    More domestic violence survivors turning to the City’s emergency call centre

    More domestic violence survivors turning to the City’s emergency call centre

    21 August 2024

    ​Three years ago, the Public Emergency Communication Centre logged just over 2 000 incidents for domestic violence.

    City facilitates emergency preparedness workshop for places of worship

    City facilitates emergency preparedness workshop for places of worship

    17 August 2024

    City's Disaster Risk Management Centre hosted an emergency preparedness workshop

    World Ranger Day 2024: City showcases its woman field rangers

    World Ranger Day 2024: City showcases its woman field rangers

    31 July 2024

    ​Today, 31 July 2024, marks World Ranger Day. This year, the City has decided to share the stories of three of our passionate rangers who are taking good care of various City nature reserves across Cape Town.

    Council Speech: 25 July 2024

    Council Speech: 25 July 2024

    25 July 2024

    ​Council Speech- 25 July 2024

    Lifeguard hopefuls put through their paces ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day

    Lifeguard hopefuls put through their paces ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day

    21 July 2024

    The approach to training and deploying skilled lifeguards underscores the City's commitment to preventing drownings and ensuring the safety of its residents and visitors.

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