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    Grant-funded partnership removes tonnes of waste from the Big Lotus River

    Grant-funded partnership removes tonnes of waste from the Big Lotus River

    03 July 2026

    The City's Water and Sanitation Directorate has invested more than R600 000 in these CMFs

    Dredging under way at Home Bay section of Zeekoevlei

    Dredging under way at Home Bay section of Zeekoevlei

    24 May 2026

    ​The City wants to inform the public that the dredging of Zeekoevlei in the False Bay Nature Reserve is progressing well

    Budget prioritises healthy vleis, a resilient coastline, biodiversity, urban regeneration, and economic growth

    Budget prioritises healthy vleis, a resilient coastline, biodiversity, urban regeneration, and economic growth

    12 April 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s draft budget for the new financial year, starting 1 July 2026, was tabled at the Council meeting on 30 March

    City commences with modification of Zeekoevlei weir

    City commences with modification of Zeekoevlei weir

    08 April 2026

    The False Bay Nature Reserve is a site of international importance according to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands

    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.

    Dredging of Zeekoevlei to continue with extended working hours

    Dredging of Zeekoevlei to continue with extended working hours

    07 December 2025

    The dredging of Storm Bay will continue until 19 December 2025, with work resuming on 5 January 2026.

    City celebrates River Warden graduates

    City celebrates River Warden graduates

    29 October 2025

    The City is building a pipeline of practically skilled conservation practitioners who strengthen the City’s operational capacity through the River Warden Skills Development Programme

    School Resource Officers host Heritage Day fun run

    School Resource Officers host Heritage Day fun run

    25 September 2025

    ​The six kilometre run was the second such event hosted by the Law Enforcement School Resource Officers (SRO) unit.

    Free access to City’s nature reserves this Heritage Day

    Free access to City’s nature reserves this Heritage Day

    18 September 2025

    ​The City is inviting residents to visit any of our nature reserves on Heritage Day, 24 September 2025, and to enjoy free access to these beautiful natural and recreational areas across the city

    Mayor marks historic environmental protection progress at recreational vleis

    Mayor marks historic environmental protection progress at recreational vleis

    08 September 2025

    We pledged to restore the City’s waterways and it is a joy to witness critical milestones at two of our recreational vleis today.

    Nature-based infrastructure to improve inland water quality could result in net benefits up to R257 million

    Nature-based infrastructure to improve inland water quality could result in net benefits up to R257 million

    24 July 2025

    ​The City’s planned green infrastructure investment in the Diep/Sand- and Zeekoe catchments could result in net benefits of up to R257 million over 25 years

    Public invited to online briefing about budget priorities for cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    Public invited to online briefing about budget priorities for cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    23 July 2025

    The City of Cape Town’s Invested in Hope Budget was approved by Council last month.

    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.

    Assembling of Zeekoevlei dredger under way

    Assembling of Zeekoevlei dredger under way

    19 May 2025

    All is on track for the dredging of Zeekoevlei to commence by mid-June 2025

    Dredging of Zeekoevlei to start in June

    Dredging of Zeekoevlei to start in June

    14 May 2025

    The dredging of Zeekoevlei will commence in June 2025. The project team is making great progress with the preparations

    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

    Budget prioritises cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    Budget prioritises cleaner vleis, resilient coastline, upgrade of public places

    03 April 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town’s Invested in Hope Budget 2025/26 prioritises improving the water quality of our vleis, strengthening the resilience of our coastline against the impact of climate change and rising sea levels

    Preparations under way for dredging of Zeekoevlei

    Preparations under way for dredging of Zeekoevlei

    25 March 2025

    Zeekoevlei is located in the False Bay Nature Reserve, a Ramsar site of international importance for wetlands.

    Reinstatement project delivers over 500 repairs in 60 days

    Reinstatement project delivers over 500 repairs in 60 days

    07 March 2025

    In just two months, the Water and Sanitation team has reinstated over 500 damaged streets and pavements across the metro

    City rolls up sleeves for World Wetlands Day

    City rolls up sleeves for World Wetlands Day

    18 February 2025

    City’s Biodiversity Management Branch and the City’s River Wardens rolled up their sleeves securing pathways and clearing up pollution and invasive vegetation within the surrounding area on the eastern shore of the Zeekoevlei section of False Bay Nature Reserve

    City re-opens Zeekoevlei waterbody for recreational use

    City re-opens Zeekoevlei waterbody for recreational use

    09 January 2025

    Zeekoevlei waterbody re-opens

    Zeekoevlei waterbody closed until further notice

    Zeekoevlei waterbody closed until further notice

    13 December 2024

    Zeekoevlei is located within the False Bay Nature Reserve. The full closure of the waterbody is a measure following water quality concerns.

    Zeekoe forum committed to improving inland water quality

    Zeekoe forum committed to improving inland water quality

    13 November 2024

    Collaborative efforts between community stakeholders and the City are key to improving inland water quality.

    Planned water supply maintenance from 2 November to 8 November 2024

    Planned water supply maintenance from 2 November to 8 November 2024

    01 November 2024

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

    Planned water supply maintenance from 26 October to 31 October 2024

    Planned water supply maintenance from 26 October to 31 October 2024

    25 October 2024

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

    School Resource Officers keep learners in the running

    School Resource Officers keep learners in the running

    13 August 2024

    The City has 96 School Resource Officers (SROs), deployed at 45 schools to assist with scholar safety, crime prevention and by-law enforcement in the areas around schools.

    World Ranger Day 2024: City showcases its woman field rangers

    World Ranger Day 2024: City showcases its woman field rangers

    31 July 2024

    ​Today, 31 July 2024, marks World Ranger Day. This year, the City has decided to share the stories of three of our passionate rangers who are taking good care of various City nature reserves across Cape Town.

    City establishes three more Catchment Management Fora

    City establishes three more Catchment Management Fora

    22 July 2024

    The establishment of these fora marks a significant step forward in our strategic commitment to preserving and enhancing Cape Town's water resources.

    Residents reminded to comment on proposed modification of weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei

    Residents reminded to comment on proposed modification of weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei

    17 July 2024

    The City of Cape Town wants to remind the public to comment on the proposal to redevelop and upgrade the weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei in the False Bay Nature Reserve.

    Residents invited to public information day about proposed modification of weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei

    Residents invited to public information day about proposed modification of weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei

    01 July 2024

    ​The City of Cape Town proposes the redevelopment and upgrade of the weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei that are located within the False Bay Nature Reserve.

    Mission completed

    Mission completed

    27 June 2024

    The City's Water and Sanitation Directorate has replaced six valves along the Cape Flats water network

    City proposes modification of weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei to improve water quality

    City proposes modification of weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei to improve water quality

    26 June 2024

    The City of Cape Town proposes the redevelopment and upgrade of the weirs at Zeekoevlei and Rondevlei that are located within the False Bay Nature Reserve

    City reaches halfway mark in 72-hour operation for proactive essential maintenance on Cape Flats water network

    City reaches halfway mark in 72-hour operation for proactive essential maintenance on Cape Flats water network

    25 June 2024

    ​The proactive essential maintenance on the Cape Flats water network is progressing well as the City’s transversal efforts are more than 38 hours into the three-day operation

    Planned water supply maintenance from 24 to 27 June

    Planned water supply maintenance from 24 to 27 June

    21 June 2024

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

    What you need to know: 72-hour disruption for maintenance on Cape Flats water network

    What you need to know: 72-hour disruption for maintenance on Cape Flats water network

    20 June 2024

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will undertake a 72-hour operation from Monday, 24 June, until Wednesday, 26 June, which will affect the Cape Flats. This will result in several areas having no water during this time.

    Reminder to apply for membership of City nature reserve advisory committees

    Reminder to apply for membership of City nature reserve advisory committees

    12 May 2024

    The City of Cape Town wants to remind organisations with an interest in the City’s nature reserves to apply for membership of the Protected Area Advisory Committees

    Specialised weed harvester, the Otter, now patrolling Rietvlei

    Specialised weed harvester, the Otter, now patrolling Rietvlei

    10 May 2024

    ​The City of Cape Town has delivered a new specialised weed harvester for Rietvlei in a major boost for the environmental management of this waterbody.

    Vandalised valve in Parkwood repaired, water supply disruption in south update

    Vandalised valve in Parkwood repaired, water supply disruption in south update

    22 April 2024

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has turned the final nuts and bolts on a new section of water pipe that was successfully installed in Parkwood. The team has been working tirelessly to replace this section of water pipe that leaked because of a vandalised valve on the 915mm diameter bulk reticulation water main in Blackbird Avenue. This emergency work has resulted in a water supply disruption to areas in the south.

    Residents in the south advised of water disruption following leak in Blackbird Avenue, Parkwood

    Residents in the south advised of water disruption following leak in Blackbird Avenue, Parkwood

    21 April 2024

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has been alerted to a leak on the 915mm diameter bulk reticulation water main in Blackbird Avenue, Parkwood. Read for more details including the list of affected areas.

    Cleaning our waterways is a collective effort, through strategic partnerships

    Cleaning our waterways is a collective effort, through strategic partnerships

    19 April 2024

    Leading up to World Earth Day on 22 April, the City's Water and Sanitation and Urban Waste Management Directorates partnered with The Litterboom Project and the Rondebosch Golf Club to clean a section of the Black River on Wednesday 17 April.

    Call to join City nature reserve advisory committees

    Call to join City nature reserve advisory committees

    15 April 2024

    The Protected Area Advisory Committees play a crucial role as they ensure that our communities have the opportunity to get involved and play an advisory role with regards to the management of the City's nature reserves.

    Budget prioritises cleaner vleis, improved beach facilities, resilient coastline and reserves

    Budget prioritises cleaner vleis, improved beach facilities, resilient coastline and reserves

    10 April 2024

    Budget 2024/25 prioritises improving the water quality of our vleis, strengthening the resilience of our coastline against the impact of climate change and rising sea levels, and the preservation of our nature reserves.

    Wellness walk promotes Lotus River community fitness

    Wellness walk promotes Lotus River community fitness

    18 March 2024

    The walk amplified our commitment to promoting an active lifestyle, fostering community engagement and encouraging recreation among residents

    Visitors encouraged to come enjoy expanded picnic area at Rondevlei

    Visitors encouraged to come enjoy expanded picnic area at Rondevlei

    04 December 2023

    Unveiled the newly expanded picnic area at the Rondevlei section of the False Bay Nature Reserve.

    Travel tunnels for the toads at City’s Zeekoevlei Nature Reserve

    Travel tunnels for the toads at City’s Zeekoevlei Nature Reserve

    02 August 2023

    ​The City of Cape Town partnered with Nature Connect, an environmental education organisation, to support the Western Leopard Toad Underpass Project

    Emergency repairs impacts water supply to large part of the southern Cape Flats

    Emergency repairs impacts water supply to large part of the southern Cape Flats

    28 June 2023

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is currently doing emergency repairs to its 535mm diameter water pipeline in George Street, Ottery.

    R1,2bn for cleaner vleis, improved beach facilities, and resilient

    R1,2bn for cleaner vleis, improved beach facilities, and resilient

    11 June 2023

    The City of Cape Town's budget for the new financial year, starting 1 July 2023

    Illegal dumping will undo City’s winter preparation work

    Illegal dumping will undo City’s winter preparation work

    17 May 2023

    The City of Cape Town's RIM department plays a crucial role all year round in maintaining the road's stormwater assets.

    Annual drawdown of Zeekoevlei to flush the system

    Annual drawdown of Zeekoevlei to flush the system

    28 April 2023

    The drawdown always happens on Freedom Day and is a much anticipated event

    Millions to rehabilitate vleis, improve coastal infrastructure

    Millions to rehabilitate vleis, improve coastal infrastructure

    24 April 2023

    Spatial Planning and Environment Directorate’s operational and capital budget for the next three financial years

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