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05 July 2026
A record 625,5 km of sewer pipelines have been proactively jet-cleaned as part of winter readiness.
01 July 2026
Typically, dam levels need to be 80% or more by the time the next Annual Operating Analysis (AOA) is done
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'
05 June 2026
Today's World Environment Day celebrated with Fynbos rehabilitation
03 June 2026
The City's digital channels continue to play an increasingly important role in customer service delivery
27 May 2026
The City’s Road Infrastructure Management teams have been undertaking proactive maintenance across Cape Town as part of its efforts to prepare for Winter
22 May 2026
Cape Town dam levels increased by about 20% in one week due to the recent, uncommon rainfall event
15 May 2026
Our waste collection teams have shown incredible dedication and resilience, working through challenging conditions to ensure that services continue
14 May 2026
By Tuesday, 12 May, Cape Town’s dam levels increased by 12,4% compared to last week due to the heavy rain experienced particularly between Sunday, 10 May and Tuesday, 11 May.
13 May 2026
The City thanks residents for their patience and support as our teams work to restore electricity supply where required
11 May 2026
Strong winds and heavy downpours may continue to damage electricity infrastructure, leading to a high number of service requests
07 May 2026
The City encourages residents and road users to report blocked stormwater drains ahead of the heavy winter rains
01 May 2026
Team Cape Town, let’s continue to save water even though recent rains increased dam levels by 2,4% since last week. Saving water helps keep Cape Town’s dams fuller for longer.
30 April 2026
Flood risk in parts of Constantia has been reduced following the completion of proactive maintenance along the Grootboschkloof River
Council Address - Acting Mayor Eddie Andrews
22 April 2026
Rain or no rain, Team Cape Town, we need to work together to save water
20 April 2026
Widespread areas across the city experienced localised flooding due to sustained downpours
16 April 2026
The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate hereby informs residents and road users that roadworks on Olieboom Road between Varkensvlei Road and Punt Road are starting today
01 April 2026
While it may be April Fool’s Day today, the call for everyone living, working and visiting Cape Town to save water is no joke. The truth is that Team Cape Town’s collective water usage over the next two months - April and May- matters.
Residents and business owners in the Hanover Park, Newfields, Sand Industria, Ferness Estate and Fairways Estate areas are advised of road marking work that will take place along several roads in the area
27 March 2026
Team Cape Town, our collective water usage between now and May matters
18 March 2026
Over this past week, spiked water usage coupled with the continued heat wave has resulted in Cape Town’s dam levels hitting half empty at 50,4%.
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.
04 February 2026
Over the past week, water usage has continued to climb, reaching 1 073 million litres of water a day (MLD).
28 January 2026
Cape Town’s dam storage levels currently stand at 62,2%, which will need to last until the next seasonal rainfall cycle.
07 January 2026
The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is urging all residents, businesses and visitors to immediately reduce water consumption as usage has spiked once again over recent hot days, resulting in dam levels dropping 19% below what was available at the same time last year. This may raise concerns about water security in the months ahead should usage not reduce as quickly as possible this summer.
29 October 2025
The widening of Wetton Road (M9) in Wynberg from the intersection with Rosmead Avenue to the M5 bridge has been completed.
23 October 2025
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate attended to 110 598 sewer blockages across its more than 9000 km sewer pipeline network during the 2024/2025 financial year
19 August 2025
The project is expected to restart after the winter season to avoid delays caused by heavy rains.
The refurbishment of the Muizenberg beachfront entails major upgrades to public amenities and replacing the aged seawalls
08 August 2025
In June 2025, the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate completed 391 trench reinstatements across Cape Town
07 August 2025
Repair work on two sections of the Southfield Canal was initiated by the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate in June 2025
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.
11 July 2025
During winter, and as a result of heavy and ongoing rains, water seeps into cracks on the road surface
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
Stolen or broken manhole covers put both infrastructure and public safety at risk
25 June 2025
Cape Town is currently experiencing heavy rainfall which has resulted in the temporary flooding of low-lying areas
18 June 2025
The repairs and maintenance of the City’s rivers, canals and waterways take place across the City all year round.
17 June 2025
Hundreds of young people across the City turned up for Youth Day sport and recreation events at a number of venues.
11 June 2025
As winter sets in, the increased rain could lead to sewer overflows and more frequent blockages.
10 June 2025
More than 1 820 road and pavement reinstatements have been completed since December 2024.
09 June 2025
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.
06 June 2025
'Humanitarian relief is challenging, with complexities around mandates and centralisation of funding at a national level that often results in delays.
03 June 2025
We would like to thank each resident and commuter for the patience and understanding they have demonstrated since we commenced with the work
20 May 2025
The City’s Water and Sanitation teams have had to attend to 1 072 sewer blockages in Camps Bay, Bakoven, Clifton and Sea Point from July 2023 to March 2025.
15 May 2025
The City’s Urban Waste Management Directorate is investing R90 million in its seasonal Winter Risk Mitigation Programme to help reduce flood and pollution risks.
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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