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    First look at the newly commissioned Montague Bulk Sewer Upgrade

    First look at the newly commissioned Montague Bulk Sewer Upgrade

    09 July 2026

    As Cape Town continues to grow, we must stay ahead of the demand for reliable sanitation services

    Milnerton Lagoon shows improved water quality

    Milnerton Lagoon shows improved water quality

    08 July 2026

    ​At a public meeting on 24 June 2026, the City updated residents on the progress of the restoration programme

    Inclusive and responsible density matters in Cape Town

    Inclusive and responsible density matters in Cape Town

    25 June 2026

    STATEMENT BY THE DEPUTY MAYOR EDDIE ANDREWS

    Recovery is possible: 360 Matrix® graduates honoured during Substance Abuse Awareness Month

    Recovery is possible: 360 Matrix® graduates honoured during Substance Abuse Awareness Month

    22 June 2026

    We celebrate with those who had the courage to seek help, and commend them for committing to and completing the programme

    City expands substance use support for young people in Tafelsig

    City expands substance use support for young people in Tafelsig

    14 June 2026

    ​Young people, parents and caregivers who are worried about substance use are encouraged to seek support from the City’s Matrix® treatment programme

    Encounters South African International Documentary Film Festival celebrates its 28th year

    Encounters South African International Documentary Film Festival celebrates its 28th year

    04 June 2026

    The festival returns with a rich selection of South African and international documentary film content

    World Hypertension Day: Cape Town clinics screen more than 683 000 residents as hypertension diagnoses rise

    World Hypertension Day: Cape Town clinics screen more than 683 000 residents as hypertension diagnoses rise

    17 May 2026

    World Hypertension Day is commemorated annually on 17 May.

    Marine outfalls remain compliant with regulatory standards for safe coastal water quality

    Marine outfalls remain compliant with regulatory standards for safe coastal water quality

    04 May 2026

    We recognise the importance of maintaining public confidence through transparent reporting and continuous improvement.

    City perseveres with interventions to restore Milnerton Lagoon

    City perseveres with interventions to restore Milnerton Lagoon

    01 April 2026

    ​Efforts to restore the Milnerton Lagoon are ramping up

    Latest results show marine outfalls remain within permit conditions

    Latest results show marine outfalls remain within permit conditions

    02 March 2026

    Coastal water quality remains within guideline limits

    City intensifies action on teen mental health as screenings increase fivefold

    City intensifies action on teen mental health as screenings increase fivefold

    19 February 2026

    The City of Cape Town is strengthening its response to teen mental health and suicide prevention

    Applications now open for Winter Readiness Programme to support shelters

    Applications now open for Winter Readiness Programme to support shelters

    18 February 2026

    During the colder months, more rough sleepers and vulnerable people seek shelter and assistance.

    City’s multi-million rand investment to strengthen the Helderberg’s sewer infrastructure on track

    City’s multi-million rand investment to strengthen the Helderberg’s sewer infrastructure on track

    14 January 2026

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is on track with investing about R430 million to upgrade key infrastructure in the Helderberg sewer system.

    World AIDS Day: City clinics ramp up treatment and prevention measures

    World AIDS Day: City clinics ramp up treatment and prevention measures

    30 November 2025

    At the end of June 2024, City clinics had 37 357 clients remaining on PrEP; that figure increased to 51 277 by June 2025.

    Monitoring results show marine outfalls operating within environmental standards

    Monitoring results show marine outfalls operating within environmental standards

    28 November 2025

    The programme is part of the City’s commitment to safeguarding the marine environment and monitors water quality at 57 sites, every month

    R1,3 bn upgrade in the pipeline for Macassar Wastewater Treatment Works

    R1,3 bn upgrade in the pipeline for Macassar Wastewater Treatment Works

    21 November 2025

    ​Residents and stakeholders are invited to attend an Open Day at the Macassar New Civic Centre on Thursday, 27 November 2025

    City deepens its commitment to men's health and well-being

    City deepens its commitment to men's health and well-being

    21 November 2025

    ​November marks the commemoration of International Men’s Day and Movember

    Getting pump stations summer-ready

    Getting pump stations summer-ready

    18 November 2025

    In preparation for the busy summer season, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has intensified maintenance at its 487 sewer pump stations, including 102 along the coastline, to ensure reliable operations and clean, enjoyable beach days for residents and visitors.

    Healthy choices start young: City Health highlights growing diabetes risk

    Healthy choices start young: City Health highlights growing diabetes risk

    13 November 2025

    City Health is enthused by the ongoing increase in the number of persons screening for diabetes.

    Wildevoëlvlei wastewater facility treated to R280 million upgrade

    Wildevoëlvlei wastewater facility treated to R280 million upgrade

    07 November 2025

    The City is committed to investing in its Wastewater Treatment Plants

    Multi-year interventions to improve Milnerton Lagoon water quality, steadily progressing

    Multi-year interventions to improve Milnerton Lagoon water quality, steadily progressing

    04 November 2025

    Extensive infrastructure upgrades, proactive maintenance and environmental monitoring continue to form part of the City’s long-term plan to restore the Milnerton Lagoon.

    City Health strengthens preventative mental health measures

    City Health strengthens preventative mental health measures

    08 October 2025

    There has been a marked increase in the number of client engagements in the past year, as services expanded from three subdistricts to all eight City Health subdistricts.

    Potsdam wastewater plant upgrade reaches 60% mark

    Potsdam wastewater plant upgrade reaches 60% mark

    23 September 2025

    Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works in Milnerton, one of the Western Cape’s largest infrastructure projects, has reached 60% completion.

    FAME Week Africa a celebration of creativity

    FAME Week Africa a celebration of creativity

    01 September 2025

    City officially opened the FAME Week Afirca at the CTICC

    City to continue tackling chemicals of emerging concern in coastal environment

    City to continue tackling chemicals of emerging concern in coastal environment

    22 August 2025

    The City presented the latest performance and environmental monitoring results for the three marine outfalls today, Friday 22 August 2025.

    Silwerskermfees celebrates its 13th year in Cape Town

    Silwerskermfees celebrates its 13th year in Cape Town

    17 August 2025

    The City of Cape Town supports the Silwerskermfees

    Leonsdale satellite clinic back in business

    Leonsdale satellite clinic back in business

    12 August 2025

    Leonsdale satellite clinic back in business

    Basic antenatal care top of the class in women's health

    Basic antenatal care top of the class in women's health

    09 August 2025

    In the last financial year, 75,1% of pregnant clients booked their first antenatal visit before 20 weeks at City clinics.

    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

    City sets record straight on Project 300 recruitment outcomes

    City sets record straight on Project 300 recruitment outcomes

    14 July 2025

    The City of Cape Town’s Safety and Security Directorate has condemned recent disinformation campaigns on social media.

    City extends its teen substance abuse treatment pilot project on International Day Against Drug Abuse

    City extends its teen substance abuse treatment pilot project on International Day Against Drug Abuse

    25 June 2025

    26 June is International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

    Encounters Documentary Festival scripts its 27th edition in Cape Town

    Encounters Documentary Festival scripts its 27th edition in Cape Town

    21 June 2025

    The festival takes place over 10 days from 19 – 29 June 2025 at the Labia Theatre, V&A Waterfront Ster-Kinekor and Bertha House Mowbray and The Bertha Movie House Isivivana Community Centre Khayelitsha.

    Major infrastructure upgrades progressing to improve Milnerton Lagoon water quality

    Major infrastructure upgrades progressing to improve Milnerton Lagoon water quality

    13 June 2025

    Infrastructure upgrades, enhanced maintenance and improved environmental monitoring will help restore water quality in the Milnerton Lagoon and surrounding areas.

    City Health aims to double up its youth zones

    City Health aims to double up its youth zones

    11 June 2025

    The youth zones offer dedicated waiting and treatment areas at specificclinics.

    Hypertension concern as new cases increase by 35%

    Hypertension concern as new cases increase by 35%

    17 May 2025

    This World Hypertension Day, today, 17 May, City Health celebrates the 11% increase in persons screened year-on-year.

    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 and Bays of Sewage activists hold constructive talks on long-term alternatives to marine outfalls

    City and Bays of Sewage activists hold constructive talks on long-term alternatives to marine outfalls

    27 March 2025

    Councillor Zahid Badroodien, recently hosted members of the Bays of Sewage group to discuss the City’s long-term plans for marine outfalls and the ongoing coastal water quality monitoring programme

    TB testing skyrockets thanks to Targeted Universal Testing

    TB testing skyrockets thanks to Targeted Universal Testing

    20 March 2025

    TB is the world’s deadliest infectious disease with devastating health, social and economic consequences

    Residents updated on City’s multi-pronged effort to improve water quality in Milnerton Lagoon

    Residents updated on City’s multi-pronged effort to improve water quality in Milnerton Lagoon

    06 March 2025

    The City acknowledges the frustration experienced by residents living near the Milnerton lagoon and is making every effort to find solutions for the negative impact on quality of life.

    City's marine outfalls remain largely within compliance parameters

    City's marine outfalls remain largely within compliance parameters

    26 February 2025

    The City’s three marine outfalls continue to operate largely within their infrastructural design and regulatory oversight parameters

    Fewer child cases of diarrheal disease, but vigilance remains key

    Fewer child cases of diarrheal disease, but vigilance remains key

    25 February 2025

    The period between November and May is regarded as Surge Season as it usually coincides with an increase in diarrheal disease.

    No love for STIs this month

    No love for STIs this month

    04 February 2025

    Annually, there is an education and awareness drive to highlight the importance of condom usage and to raise awareness around the signs and symptoms of STIs, as well as prevention and treatment.

    City welcomes over 1 300 new employees since July 2024

    City welcomes over 1 300 new employees since July 2024

    13 January 2025

    The City has, from July 2024 to 8 January 2025, inducted a total number of 1 371 new employees.

    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.

    City celebrates 20 years of ART this World Aids Day

    City celebrates 20 years of ART this World Aids Day

    30 November 2024

    City support World Aids Day - celebrating 20 years of ART and increasing awareness and education

    Health statistics show men are dropping the ball

    Health statistics show men are dropping the ball

    19 November 2024

    The theme this year is ‘Men’s Health Champions

    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

    R5,2 bn Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works upgrade on track

    R5,2 bn Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works upgrade on track

    11 November 2024

    This is anticipated to have a positive impact on existing operations, assisting to realise early improved treated effluent quality at the WWTW

    A City Health guide to navigating exam stress

    A City Health guide to navigating exam stress

    09 October 2024

    Staff at City Health clinics are trained to screen for, and manage common mental health conditions.

    Big growth opportunity for Capetonian clothing and textile SMEs with City-funded Origin8 programme

    Big growth opportunity for Capetonian clothing and textile SMEs with City-funded Origin8 programme

    02 October 2024

    The City of Cape Town is calling on Cape Town-based small and medium-sized enterprises in the clothing, textile, footwear, and leather (CTFL) sector to apply now to participate in ‘Origin8

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