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

Lifeguard season comes to an end after safest summer in seven years

10 April 2026

Lifeguards play a critical role in the City’s Drowning Prevention Strategy each year.

Swimming gala highlights water safety as school holidays begin

29 March 2026

The learn to swim programme is part of the City's broader drowning prevention, water safety and active living programmes.

City pilots extended weekday hours for community pools

25 January 2026

The pilot includes the 31 outdoor community swimming pools that recently reverted to weekend operations at the conclusion of the festive season.

Identikidz growth points to parental trust

20 January 2026

The programme, implemented by the City’s Community Services and Health Directorate, is aimed at keeping young children safe on beaches.

All zeroes for swimming pool heroes

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.

Beach safety operations yield positive returns

06 January 2026

Llifeguards and other emergency services were kept busy, but drowning statistics are lower compared to the previous season.

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

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.

Community swimming pools ready for the peak festive season

19 December 2025

​Thirty six of the City’s 37 swimming pools are open for the 2025/2026 summer season

Beach Road in Strand impacted by Strand seawall construction

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

Stay in the safe zone this summer season

11 December 2025

The active supervision of children is something that needs to be top of mind at all times – not just at our beaches.

City’s latest global destination campaign goes live across six continents

03 December 2025

This campaign is our most ambitious global push yet.

Mosterd’s Bay section of Strand Beach temporarily closed from mid- December

02 December 2025

The City is currently busy with the construction of the second phase of the Strand seawall project

Keep cool with the City’s summer holiday programme

02 December 2025

The summer holiday is the longest of the year and it can be a challenge to keep little hands and minds busy

Cape Town launches Safety Plan ahead of record festive deployment

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.

Phased reopening of swimming pools on track for the summer

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.

Eight City beaches secure Blue Flag status

31 October 2025

Eight of he City's beaches received Blue Flag status

City urges residents to keep beaches clean ahead of summer season

05 October 2025

Several bags of broken glass and other waste were collected during a recent beach clean-up at Maiden's Cove.

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 marks World Drowning Prevention Day with young swimmers

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.

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.

Retreat swimming pool re-opened after costly vandalism repairs

08 May 2025

The Retreat Swimming Pool has re-opened after repairs when a break-in at the facility last month resulted in significant damage to the plant room.

City concludes busy beach and pool season

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.

Pools and beaches at the ready for the school holiday

22 March 2025

City's beaches and pools is ready for the upcoming school holiday

Stay cautious in and around water

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.

City reviews peak festive season drowning prevention efforts

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.

Wynberg Swimming Pool reopening date

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

Identikidz ensure children who are lost are reunited with loved ones

30 December 2024

Nearly 20 000 children were tagged and eight were separated from their parents or caregivers this past weekend

City enforcement departments ready for New Year’s Eve revelry

30 December 2024

The City of Cape Town’s enforcement departments are gearing up for a busy New Year’s Eve, with more than 35 000 people expected at the Waterfront’s fireworks celebration

City services gear up for busy beach days

23 December 2024

Strand beach was the busiest with 1 789 children tagged, followed by Mnandi (1 501) and Muizenberg (1 093).

Identikidz off to a festive start, while Recreation and Parks hosts fun-filled youth events

18 December 2024

City of Cape Town’s Identikidz programme saw more than 14 000 children tagged

First festive season test looms for enforcement and emergency services

11 December 2024

The City’s Safety & Security Directorate will have its biggest festive season deployment this holiday season, to ensure public safety.

Council speech – 5 December 2024

05 December 2024

Council speech – 5 December 2024

Cape Town awaits: Discover world-class holiday experiences this Festive Season

04 December 2024

Cape Town is ready to welcome the world this holiday season.

Identikidz bands are the drip this summer

03 December 2024

The Identikidz programme is coordinated by the City’s Community, Arts and Culture Development Department.

Cape Town launches Beach Safety plans ahead of record festive 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.

Cape Town to make record safety deployment for 2024 festive season

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.

City’s beaches continue to lead with eight Blue Flag accolades

28 October 2024

​The City’s Recreation and Parks Department is proud to announce that eight of its beaches have been awarded prestigious Blue Flag status for the 2024/25 season.

Mayor commends hero who risked life in sea rescue at Table View

07 October 2024

'The City commends Brandon for his bravery in selflessly swimming into rough seas to rescue a woman from drowning

Lifeguards head to the beach

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.

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.

Seasonal lifeguard applications are open

04 June 2024

The City of Cape Town's Recreation and Parks Department recruits hundreds of seasonal lifeguards each year as part of its summer readiness plans

Sun sets on a mammoth bathing season

04 May 2024

The City’s Recreation and Parks Department is reflecting on the highs and lows of an incredibly busy season.

Learn to swim splashes down at City pools

07 April 2024

More than 2 000 eager aqua fanatics across all ages have participated in water safety programmes at City swimming pools in recent months.

City agencies square up for a busy Easter period

24 March 2024

All enforcement and emergency services will be on high alert to ensure public safety.

Seniors tread water to well-being

22 March 2024

Aqua aerobics and learn-to-swim programmes at the City of Cape Town’s Wynberg Swimming Pool are making waves.

Eggciting programmes at City facilities this Easter holiday

20 March 2024

The City's facilities offer a range of activities, catering for children and young people of all ages.

City lifeguards dive into inter-agency skills exchange programme

17 March 2024

Let us believe in the power of Team Cape Town in 2024

31 January 2024

As 2024 starts to take-off, optimism about our city abounds, and the light of hope is shining bright out of Cape Town.