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26 June 2026
The theme for International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking this year centres on prevention, which happens to be one of four focus areas of the City’s Alcohol and Other Drug Strategy
24 June 2026
A specialised Reaction Unit of 120 members was launched to swiftly respond to sudden
22 June 2026
We celebrate with those who had the courage to seek help, and commend them for committing to and completing the programme
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
20 April 2026
The City of Cape Town Corporate Services Directorate hosted a successful Career Expo at the Delft Civic Centre
24 November 2025
Metro Police officers conducted a routine traffic stop in Strand just after 12:30 on Sunday, 23 November 2025.
21 July 2025
The number of victims impacted by one drug user or dealer grows exponentially when we take into account the loved ones and neighbours who have to deal with the fall out of the abuse
25 June 2025
26 June is International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
11 June 2025
The Durbanville Children’s Home, benefitted from a R150 000 donation from the City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Fund
03 June 2025
Children are one of the most vulnerable groups in our communities and often bear the brunt of any social ills such as drug abuse or criminal activity.
19 May 2025
The City’s Metro Police officers confiscated cocaine with an estimated street value of R35 000
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.
05 December 2024
The Strengthening Families programme is internationally recognised
11 November 2024
Metro Police Officers confiscated various quantities of drugs including cocaine with an estimated street value of R10 000, tik, mandrax and heroin, cash, and an imitation firearm.
09 September 2024
When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, it goes into her bloodstream
02 September 2024
Pharmacists are trained in all matters related to medication – from storage, handling and preparation, to dispensing and administering.
01 August 2024
The Fire & Rescue Service recorded 4 210 residential fires in 2023/24, resulting in 220 fatalities.
01 July 2024
The number of physical assault calls received by the PECC this past week is the highest for the weekends in June.
25 June 2024
The proliferation of substances, whether drugs or alcohol, is seemingly never-ending
18 June 2024
Young people joined the City’s Community Services and Health Directorate in celebrating Youth Day.
13 May 2024
When Metro Police officers were greeted by the smell of dagga after stopping a speeding vehicle, they called in K9 Khalesi.
30 April 2024
Substance abuse continues to wreak havoc on individuals, families and communities. I want to commend those who have faced their addiction by seeking help and who have made it this far
26 February 2024
City's enforcement successes during past week
04 December 2023
Last weekend, the Public Emergency Communication Centre (PECC) recorded 2 223 incidents, including 122 fires, 196 cases of assault, 51 cases of domestic violence and 82 road accidents.
15 November 2023
The City does not have control of the change window as it is a nationally defined process and we will endeavour to limit any impact.
22 September 2023
The certification ceremony at the Kensington Civic Centre is the latest to acknowledge the efforts of participants in the City’s Health substance abuse programme.
13 July 2023
The City of Cape Town’s libraries will do their part for Mandela Day..
25 June 2023
The City's response includes efforts at prevention, intervention, suppression and coordination.
19 June 2023
Traffic officers made 52 arrests for drunk driving, LEAP officers made three, and Metro Police officers made 18 arrests.
15 June 2023
More than 700 clients accessed the City of Cape Town’s substance abuse programme during the first quarter of 2023.
26 May 2023
The City of Cape Town's Youth Literacy and Life Skills Programme aims to support young people around Cape Town by offering assistance with reading, writing and life skills.
15 May 2023
Drug-related offences continue to feature prominently, and many of the successes are the result of public tip-offs.
02 May 2023
The City's Law Enforcement Department officers conducted more than 500 enforcement operations, resulting in 223 arrests and 3 297 fines
30 April 2023
During the first three months of 2023, the City’s Metro Police and Law Enforcement Departments made 4 456 arrests
24 April 2023
The City of Cape Town’s Arts & Culture Branch has facilitated a wellbeing experience for 64 recovering substance users.
03 April 2023
The City's enforcement departments made 276 arrests this past week.
30 December 2022
MAYORAL MINUTE: Taking stock of the year that was
09 November 2022
The City of Cape Town’s Health Department celebrated the graduation of those who have completed the Matrix® Programme at its eight sites this year.
22 August 2022
The City's Metro Police Department made 157 arrests in the past week and issued 4 678 traffic and by-law fines
11 July 2022
Metro Police officers made 166 arrests in the past week and issued 4 117 fines for various traffic and by-law offences.
27 June 2022
Statistics showed an increase in assaults, motor vehicle accidents and dozens of arrests for drunk driving.
26 June 2022
The focus areas include prevention, intervention, suppression and coordination.
06 June 2022
The increase in physical assault incidents as recorded by our Public Emergency Communication Centre is cause for concern.
01 June 2022
The City of Cape Town notes the continued unlawful occupation of the precinct around the Castle in the CBD
26 May 2022
Accepting sustainable solutions off the streets is the best choice for dignity, health, and well-being.
31 March 2022
Council Speech by Mayor, Geordin Hill Lewis
24 February 2022
The City once again achieved an unqualified audit, the only metro to achieve this 16 consecutive times since 2006
14 February 2022
STATEMENT BY MAYOR, GEORDIN HILL-LEWIS
18 October 2021
The City has filed its answering affidavit with the Western Cape High Court disputing that its by-laws infringe on constitutional rights
12 October 2021
Our emotional and mental health is a vital part of our lives and it can promote productivity and effectiveness
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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