Illegal dumping impounds off the charts

24 July 2026

In the last 12 months, the City’s Law Enforcement Department impounded 247 vehicles used for illegal dumping.

City proposes R366 million capital investment in community facilities

05 July 2026

Among the projects on the table are cemetery upgrades, the rebuild of Suiderstrand Library and ongoing redevelopment of the Strandfontein Pavilion.

City to review plans that determine development and land use in Cape Town

24 June 2026

City to review plans that determine development and land use in Cape Town

Register to participate in review of plans that determine development in Cape Town

25 May 2026

The City of Cape Town is calling on residents, land owners, and interested parties to register on the Spatial Planning Database by 25 July 2026.

Metal Theft Unit closes 136 non-compliant scrap traders

21 May 2026

Cape Town has in excess of 600 scrap dealers and bucket shops

Blue Downs and Wesfleur upgrades secure World Athletics Class Two certification

11 May 2026

The Class Two Certification for Wesfleur is valid until November 2030 and for Blue Downs until November 2031.

MayCo greenlights major private sector upgrade of Bellville Athletics Track, Velodrome

21 April 2026

​The City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee has greenlit a major private sector upgrade for the Bellville Athletics track and Velodrome by the successful bidder in the 2009 tender for the development of the precinct

Vygieskraal set to bring cycling back to the track

14 April 2026

For decades, Vygieskraal has been a cornerstone of community sport in Cape Town

City’s Mobile Office going to Gugulethu and Blue Downs next week

10 April 2026

The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office will once again be on the move to provide residents with convenient access to essential municipal services.

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.

Mayor Hill-Lewis speech: Tabling of 2026-27: City of Hope Budget

31 March 2026

Mayor Hill-Lewis City of Hope Budget Speech

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.

More than 5 000 long-standing trench reinstatements addressed

24 March 2026

​Efforts to restore roads, pavements and driveways across Cape Town

City ‘locks down’ manhole covers to safeguard sewer infrastructure

24 March 2026

The initiative seeks to reduce unauthorised access to the sewer system and prevent tampering, theft, and illegal dumping

Planned water supply maintenance for 16 to 25 March 2026

13 March 2026

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

City visits Macassar to assess streetlight vandalism and interventions

12 March 2026

Macassar forms part of the City of Cape Town’s streetlight infrastructure maintenance and upgrading programme aimed at ensuring that infrastructure is repaired, maintained and upgraded where necessary.

Planned water supply maintenance for 9 to 12 March 2026

07 March 2026

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

Mayor opens R31m upgrade to Wesfleur Athletics track

25 February 2026

A large upgrade project has been completed

High Court dismisses attempts to block Cape Town land release

24 February 2026

The City of Cape Town has welcomed the High Court’s dismissal of attempts to block the release of 50 City-owned properties for private sector investment, including the iconic Good Hope Centre.

Innovative affordable housing tenders worth R36,3 million issued for first-time buyers

18 February 2026

As part of the City’s drive to enable more access to affordable housing opportunities on well-located land across the metro, it has issued two new tenders

City to release landmark Good Hope Centre and other properties at upcoming auction

16 February 2026

Releasing the iconic Good Hope Centre precinct for redevelopment is a strategic move aimed at unlocking its immense economic potential

Council Speech 29 January 2026

29 January 2026

All work, no play

Mayor tables R114m N2 Edge safety project

29 January 2026

​Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says the City has allocated R114m in its adjustment budget for the N2 Edge safety project

Mayor opens R30m upgrade to Blue Downs Athletics track

27 January 2026

​Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis officially opened the major R30m upgrade to Blue Downs Athletics Stadium on 27 January

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.

150 tonnes of waste removed from Kleinvlei Canal

22 January 2026

The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate removed about 150 tonnes of solid waste from the Kleinvlei Canal during November and December 2025.

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.

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

Cape Town adopts Rail Business Plan, Vision 2050

04 December 2025

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.

Cape Town tables Business Plan for passenger rail devolution

07 November 2025

City aims to be South Africa’s first to take over passenger rail following the tabling of a detailed Rail Business Plan

Resurfacing along Hindle Road in Delft and Blue Downs

04 November 2025

The City has started with road resurfacing work along segments of Hindle Road in Delft and Blue Downs.

Catch-up project ramps up trench reinstatements city-wide

24 October 2025

Since January 2025, 2 886 reinstatements have been completed city-wide, in addition to those tackled through the Catch-up Project.

62 000 water meters replaced to boost accuracy and reliability

14 October 2025

The Water Meter Replacement Programme kicked off in August 2025 and is scheduled to continue until the end of June 2026.

Illegal dumping: Law Enforcement officers impound 100+ trucks

23 August 2025

One team's efforts in particular have stood out - the Anti-Land Invasion Unit's B Shift impounded 25 trucks in Dunoon and Mfuleni.

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

Bluedowns Municipal Court temporarily closed until further notice

28 July 2025

The National Department of Justice and Constitutional Development closed the magistrate’s court this morning due to protest action

Planned water supply maintenance for 28 July to 1 August 2025

27 July 2025

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

Cable theft jail term a jolt in the right direction

28 June 2025

Statement by the Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith

City ramps up R77 million refurbishment of key athletics stadiums

28 June 2025

The Recreation and Parks Department is busy with major upgrades at key athletics stadiums

Youth day events draw hundreds

17 June 2025

Hundreds of young people across the City turned up for Youth Day sport and recreation events at a number of venues.

Mayor welcomes central line progress

29 May 2025

The City warmly welcomes progress on reinstating the central line, and we are proud to play an enabling role in this presidential project.

Reminder to comment on traffic calming measures for Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern regions

26 May 2025

Traffic calming measures enhance pedestrian safety, particularly around schools where the highest concentration of vulnerable road users is usually found.

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.

Have your say on traffic calming measures for Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern regions

02 May 2025

Comment on traffic calming measures for the Southern, Northern, Central and Eastern regions until Monday, 2 June 2025

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.

Refurbishment at two City athletics tracks gets off the ground

08 April 2025

The site visits were attended by councillors and representatives from the athletics community.

Eerste/Kuils River Catchment Management Forum holds inaugural meeting

07 April 2025

In 2024, the directorate compiled a comprehensive Pollution Abatement Strategy and Action Plan (PASAP).

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

Reminder to comment on upgrades to non-motorised transport infrastructure in Wesbank, Blackheath and Blue Downs

28 February 2025

The City would like to remind residents and interested parties to comment on the proposal to upgrade and construct active mobility (non-motorised transport) infrastructure in Wesbank, Blackheath and Blue Downs