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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
30 June 2026
One of the City's Water and Sanitation Directorate's 2026 grant funding recipients, Lokshin Pioneers, hosted Project Khuseleka, meaning 'to be protected'
25 June 2026
'The Winter Readiness Programme plays a critical role in preparing Cape Town for the challenges linked to winter rainfall
02 June 2026
Repairs and maintenance of rivers, canals and waterways take place throughout the year across Cape Town, with operations intensifying ahead of the winter season
27 May 2026
Mayor Hill-Lewis Council Speech
The City’s Road Infrastructure Management teams have been undertaking proactive maintenance across Cape Town as part of its efforts to prepare for Winter
15 May 2026
Our waste collection teams have shown incredible dedication and resilience, working through challenging conditions to ensure that services continue
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
11 May 2026
The brunt of the forecast hit Cape Town overnight.
Strong winds and heavy downpours may continue to damage electricity infrastructure, leading to a high number of service requests
The City’s Urban Waste Management Directorate advises residents that refuse collection services will experience delays due to adverse weather conditions.
07 May 2026
The City encourages residents and road users to report blocked stormwater drains ahead of the heavy winter rains
30 April 2026
Council Address - Acting Mayor Eddie Andrews
20 April 2026
Widespread areas across the city experienced localised flooding due to sustained downpours
16 April 2026
We would like to advise residents of the roadworks that will be under way over the next two months along Haytor Road.
08 April 2026
The False Bay Nature Reserve is a site of international importance according to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands
23 February 2026
The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate hosted its 2nd Annual Catchment Management Forum (CMF) Review
15 February 2026
The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate has been allocated an additional R39 million to ramp up maintenance and repair of stormwater infrastructure in flood-prone areas
09 February 2026
Recently, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate marked an important milestone in strengthening its collaboration with non-profit organisations.
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
19 January 2026
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate continues its efforts to reduce water losses through focused daily operations.
01 December 2025
The City will be investing R600 000 into the following initiatives this financial year.
23 November 2025
As a City we have been working with partners in areas such as Khayelitsha and others for more than a decade to enable community-led upgrade projects
17 November 2025
Kruskal Avenue upgrade
07 November 2025
Cape Town becomes the first South African city to have a Chief Heat Officer
03 November 2025
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has successfully completed a R200 000 maintenance project.
17 October 2025
The City’s Human Settlements Portfolio Committee conducted an oversight visit to the settlements following concerns about flooding and the impact on residents having settled in low-lying, flood-prone areas.
29 September 2025
Stormwater pipeline rehabilitation under way in Gugulethu
24 September 2025
The Traffic Highway Patrol Unit’s data specifically shows that 70% of incidents they responded to, occurred between 14:00 and 06:00.
04 September 2025
Councillor Rob Quintas visited a number of roads that have been resurfaced in the Kraaifontein area.
11 August 2025
The attempted burglary over the weekend resulted in the building being flooded
22 July 2025
The City’s Catchment Stormwater and River Management (CSRM) Branch initiated repair works following the collapse of the canal wall during inclement weather in July 2024.
21 July 2025
The aim of the project is to increase the river’s capacity to carry water, reinforce and stabilise its banks, and create a safer, more functional river corridor.
13 July 2025
City's Disaster Risk Management Centre hosted resiliense programme for learners
11 July 2025
During winter, and as a result of heavy and ongoing rains, water seeps into cracks on the road surface
10 July 2025
Maintenance of the City’s rivers, canals and waterways takes place all year round, with operations ramping up pre-winter in preparation for seasonal rainfall.
08 July 2025
Alderman Eddie Andrews’s visits formed part of ongoing oversight efforts following the heavy rainfall seen in the City over the past two weeks.
02 July 2025
The Disaster Risk Management Centre will once again coordinate the City's response to any impacts brought about by the forecast.
Bishop Lavis and Bonteheuwel have been flagged as red zones due to the ongoing challenges
27 June 2025
This year’s increased winter rain has led to flooding, sewer overflows, blockages and an increased number of service requests from residents.
In a proactive effort to protect communities during the winter rainfall season, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has been conducting direct engagements
26 June 2025
Experience has shown that consistent rainfall and/or periods of heavy downpours cause the water table level to rise
25 June 2025
Cape Town is currently experiencing heavy rainfall which has resulted in the temporary flooding of low-lying areas
24 June 2025
The multi-million rand upgrade of the Sir Lowry’s Pass River, which is currently under way in Gordon’s Bay and Strand, is making steady progress and remains on track for completion in March 2027
15 June 2025
A new chapter in collaborative water management has begun with the launch of the Vygekraal Catchment Management Forum (V-CMF).
09 June 2025
City officials visited the De La Rey stormwater pond to observe as well as address ongoing vandalism and illegal dumping
On 16 April 2025, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate began critical pre-winter maintenance of the Langevlei and Sand River canals in Retreat.
05 June 2025
The City celebrated World Environment Day with a public awareness event focusing on keeping our rivers and canals free of waste.
02 June 2025
The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate remains committed to completing the multi-million rand Bayside Canal upgrade in Milnerton
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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