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    Transport and parking information for a blockbuster sports weekend

    Transport and parking information for a blockbuster sports weekend

    05 August 2026

    Free MyCiTi event shuttle services will operate before and after the match for all valid ticket holders

    Budget of Hope powers R5,39 billion capital investment in water and sanitation infrastructure

    Budget of Hope powers R5,39 billion capital investment in water and sanitation infrastructure

    16 July 2026

    City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will continue investing in critical infrastructure and progressing service delivery from 1 July 2026

    City brings Youth Day sport and recreation activities to communities across Cape Town

    City brings Youth Day sport and recreation activities to communities across Cape Town

    18 June 2026

    City supported various Youth Day activities

    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.

    From feeding schemes to youth upliftment, the City honours Helderberg community heroes

    From feeding schemes to youth upliftment, the City honours Helderberg community heroes

    26 May 2026

    ​Community heroes from across the Helderberg area were celebrated at a Civic Awards Ceremony hosted by the City’s Subcouncil 8 on Friday, 22 May 2026, at the Strand Town Hall.

    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

    City’s new support service to help landowners, small-scale developers build affordable rental flats

    City’s new support service to help landowners, small-scale developers build affordable rental flats

    30 March 2026

    ​The City wants to help small-scale developers and landowners in selected areas to build affordable rental flats that are of a better quality, safer, and legally connected to services

    CCTV installations are right on track

    CCTV installations are right on track

    13 March 2026

    The Metro Police Strategic Surveillance Unit (SSU) is responsible for the management of the CCTV network, including its expansion.

    Update on major infrastructure investment in Strand and Helderberg

    Update on major infrastructure investment in Strand and Helderberg

    12 March 2026

    Across Strand and the broader Helderberg, several multi-million rand sewer, wastewater treatment and flood alleviation infrastructure projects are under way to strengthen resilience

    Lwandle library project update

    Lwandle library project update

    27 February 2026

    An updated risk assessment for the planned major upgrades has determined that it is best to close the entire library while the works are under way.

    Major upgrades on the books for Lwandle library

    Major upgrades on the books for Lwandle library

    22 February 2026

    Major upgrades to start soon at the Hector Peterson Memorial library in Lwandle

    City doubles partnerships with community-based organisations to reduce river pollution

    City doubles partnerships with community-based organisations to reduce river pollution

    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.

    Beat the heat with the City’s Cool Spaces pilot

    Beat the heat with the City’s Cool Spaces pilot

    27 January 2026

    The Cool Spaces pilot forms part of the City of Cape Town’s broader heat response initiative, offering residents a safe, cool environment during periods of extreme heat.

    It’s hot! And Cape Town has its first Chief Heat Officer

    It’s hot! And Cape Town has its first Chief Heat Officer

    07 November 2025

    Cape Town becomes the first South African city to have a Chief Heat Officer

    Planned water supply maintenance for 10 to 16 November 2025

    Planned water supply maintenance for 10 to 16 November 2025

    07 November 2025

    ​The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be doing planned work in the identified areas, which will result in water supply disruption.

    Planned water supply maintenance for 3 to 6 November 2025

    Planned water supply maintenance for 3 to 6 November 2025

    02 November 2025

    The City will be doing planned work in the identified areas, which will result in water supply disruptions.

    Planned water supply maintenance for 28 October 2025 to 5 November 2025

    Planned water supply maintenance for 28 October 2025 to 5 November 2025

    24 October 2025

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be doing planned work in the identified areas, which will result in water supply disruption.

    Planned water supply maintenance for 18 to 24 October 2025

    Planned water supply maintenance for 18 to 24 October 2025

    18 October 2025

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be doing planned work in the identified areas.

    City works to shore up disaster resilience plans

    City works to shore up disaster resilience plans

    12 October 2025

    According to the World Bank, a dollar invested in disaster resilience in developing countries saves four dollars in economic impacts.

    Temporary library closures aim to improve services

    Temporary library closures aim to improve services

    17 September 2025

    A number of City libraries are temporarily closed, or planning to close soon, for maintenance and stocktaking.

    Webinar series brings Water and Sanitation’s 2025/26 budget to the public

    Webinar series brings Water and Sanitation’s 2025/26 budget to the public

    05 September 2025

    Earlier this year, we set out Cape Town’s Budget of Hope

    Fire hydrants in the spotlight

    Fire hydrants in the spotlight

    27 August 2025

    Cape Town's Fire and Rescue Service responded to more than 18 000 vegetation and residential fires in the last financial year.

    Water and Sanitation spends 94,1% of its capital budget

    Water and Sanitation spends 94,1% of its capital budget

    18 August 2025

    The City of Cape Town's Water and Sanitation Directorate has delivered outstanding results for the 2024/2025 financial year

    City libraries launch Science Week

    City libraries launch Science Week

    02 August 2025

    City libraries to host events to celebrate National Science Week

    New waste interceptors added to combat river pollution

    New waste interceptors added to combat river pollution

    18 July 2025

    To remove waste from the city’s waterbodies, the Water and Sanitation Directorate has invested R3 million into the installation of 20 waste interceptors in polluted rivers and waterways.

    Smash-and-grab reports highlight hotspots

    Smash-and-grab reports highlight hotspots

    18 July 2025

    Data from the Metro Police CCTV network shows that while incidents tend to fluctuate in hotspot areas, vigilance remains key.

    Continuous efforts to maintain the Sir Lowry’s Pass River

    Continuous efforts to maintain the Sir Lowry’s Pass River

    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.

    Planned water supply maintenance for 7 July to 10 July 2025

    Planned water supply maintenance for 7 July to 10 July 2025

    04 July 2025

    ​The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be doing planned work in the identified areas

    Water and Sanitation’s Budget of Hope unpacked

    Water and Sanitation’s Budget of Hope unpacked

    03 July 2025

    We are committed to ensuring our communities have dignified access to basic services by reducing sewer overflows and accelerating the replacement of water and sewer pipes

    Sir Lowry’s Pass River upgrade hits halfway mark

    Sir Lowry’s Pass River upgrade hits halfway mark

    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

    Steady progress in clearing road repair backlogs after water pipe bursts

    Steady progress in clearing road repair backlogs after water pipe bursts

    10 June 2025

    More than 1 820 road and pavement reinstatements have been completed since December 2024.

    Council approves spatial vision for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village

    Council approves spatial vision for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village

    30 May 2025

    Sir Lowry’s Pass Village is located in the Helderberg District, north of the Firlands development area.

    News just in: Popular roaming Elephant seal has just arrived at Kalk Bay Harbour!

    News just in: Popular roaming Elephant seal has just arrived at Kalk Bay Harbour!

    28 May 2025

    Officials placed a wildlife trailer and attempted to 'walk' the animal into the trailer

    Slave Route Challenge honours Cape Town’s heritage

    Slave Route Challenge honours Cape Town’s heritage

    27 May 2025

    Approximately 8 000 runners in total are expected to take part in the 21km half marathon, a 10km walk or run and a 5km fun run.

    City pushes past completing 1000 reinstatements

    City pushes past completing 1000 reinstatements

    06 May 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is making steady progress in reinstating pavements, driveways, and road curbs following urgent water infrastructure repairs

    Residents reminded of last online info session about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    Residents reminded of last online info session about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    04 May 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town is hosting a third and final online information session about the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD on Wednesday, 7 May 2025

    Residents reminded of last online info session about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    Residents reminded of last online info session about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    02 May 2025

    Final online information session about the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD

    All systems go for Trappies Sewer rehabilitation, pump station projects

    All systems go for Trappies Sewer rehabilitation, pump station projects

    30 April 2025

    The City’ has appointed a contractor for the Trappies Bulk Sewer rehabilitation project to tackle sewer overflows in Strand and Gordon’s Bay.

    Cellphones – are motorists finally getting the message?

    Cellphones – are motorists finally getting the message?

    25 April 2025

    Cellphone impounds dropped by 16% between July 2022 and June 2024

    ​Public encouraged to attend online info sessions about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    ​Public encouraged to attend online info sessions about draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    22 April 2025

    The City of Cape Town encourages the public to attend the online information sessions about the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD.

    R5bn in pipeline for water and sanitation investments

    R5bn in pipeline for water and sanitation investments

    16 April 2025

    The City will continue to make record-setting investments in Cape Town’s water and sanitation infrastructure

    Residents, business community encouraged to comment on draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    Residents, business community encouraged to comment on draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    07 April 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town invites residents, the business community and all stakeholders to comment on the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD.

    City replaces over 20km of water and sewer pipes in February

    City replaces over 20km of water and sewer pipes in February

    31 March 2025

    The City's Water and Sanitation Directorate successfully replaced 22 255 metres of water and sewer pipes in February 2025.

    City speeds to a decade of dedicated highway patrols

    City speeds to a decade of dedicated highway patrols

    30 March 2025

    For the financial year to date (July 2024 – February 2025), staff have responded to more than 4 000 vehicle breakdowns.

    Your ultimate guide to the 47th Cape Town Cycle Tour

    Your ultimate guide to the 47th Cape Town Cycle Tour

    03 March 2025

    City support the Cape Town Cycle Tour

    Planned water supply maintenance for 4 to 9 March 2025

    Planned water supply maintenance for 4 to 9 March 2025

    02 March 2025

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be doing planned work in the identified areas, which will result in water supply disruption.

    Good mental health important for teenagers

    Good mental health important for teenagers

    20 February 2025

    Teen suicide is becoming more common every year in South Africa and according to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group, suicide accounts for approximately 9% of all teen deaths.

    City replaces over 25 000m of pipes in the last two months of 2024

    City replaces over 25 000m of pipes in the last two months of 2024

    27 January 2025

    City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has made significant progress in replacing water and sewer pipes across the city

    Reminder to comment on spatial vision for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village

    Reminder to comment on spatial vision for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village

    24 January 2025

    Sir Lowry’s Pass Village is located in the Helderberg District, north of the Firlands development area

    Sir Lowry's Pass cemetery extended with more than 500 burial spaces

    Sir Lowry's Pass cemetery extended with more than 500 burial spaces

    06 January 2025

    More burial spaces for Sir Lowry’s Pass cemetery

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