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    City empowers youth to protect Cape Town’s marine future

    City empowers youth to protect Cape Town’s marine future

    01 August 2026

    The City hosted an educational programme and beach clean-up at the Helderberg MPA with 60 Grade 6 learners

    Mayor launches Strandfontein Pavilion redevelopment, investing R300m

    Mayor launches Strandfontein Pavilion redevelopment, investing R300m

    24 March 2026

    ​The Strandfontein Pavilion Refurbishment project is a multi-year capital injection aimed at transforming this day resort, originally constructed in the 1980s around the largest tidal pool in the southern hemisphere.

    Muizenberg beachfront upgrade progress report

    Muizenberg beachfront upgrade progress report

    09 March 2026

    ​The City would like to advise visitors and locals that the upgrade of the Muizenberg beachfront is making great progress.

    Less is more for Miller’s Point

    Less is more for Miller’s Point

    27 January 2026

    Nearly 500 residents participated in the City’s online survey about Miller’s Point

    Bingo bags festive cheer this summer

    Bingo bags festive cheer this summer

    17 December 2025

    Cape Town’s beaches are among our city’s greatest assets.

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

    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

    Strandfontein Pavilion redevelopment starts to take shape

    Strandfontein Pavilion redevelopment starts to take shape

    23 November 2025

    The facility was originally constructed in the 1980s as a day resort and includes the largest tidal pool in the southern hemisphere.

    Cape Town launches Safety Plan ahead of record festive deployment

    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.

    REMINDER: City’s Soetwater Resort goes cashless

    REMINDER: City’s Soetwater Resort goes cashless

    18 October 2025

    The City would like to notify residents that the Soetwater Coastal Resort will be going cashless from 1 November 2025.

    City urges residents to keep beaches clean ahead of summer season

    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 invests millions to safeguard public facilities

    City invests millions to safeguard public facilities

    24 August 2025

    The City is investing in the safety of its clinics, libraries, parks and other facilities to ensure they remain open and accessible for generations to come.

    Community facilities set for R300 million+ investment

    Community facilities set for R300 million+ investment

    16 July 2025

    ​The Community Services and Health Directorate is planning a range of projects over the next 12 months

    Council approves spatial vision for Blaauwberg Road Corridor

    Council approves spatial vision for Blaauwberg Road Corridor

    25 April 2025

    The City collaborated extensively with residents and interested and affected parties in finalising the LSDF.

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

    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.

    Public invited to help shape Strandfontein's node development

    Public invited to help shape Strandfontein's node development

    21 October 2024

    ​The City’s Recreation and Parks Department is excited to announce the upcoming public participation process for the Strandfontein Pavilion upgrade, with an open day scheduled for 26 October 2024

    Comment period extended for spatial vision for Blaauwberg Road Corridor

    Comment period extended for spatial vision for Blaauwberg Road Corridor

    08 October 2024

    ​The City of Cape Town published the draft Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) for the Blaauwberg Road Corridor in Table View on 9 September 2024 for public comment

    Call on residents to help refine spatial vision for Blaauwberg Road Corridor

    Call on residents to help refine spatial vision for Blaauwberg Road Corridor

    09 September 2024

    ​The City of Cape Town has published the draft Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) for the Blaauwberg Road Corridor in Table View for public comment.

    City proud employer of 12 655 women; meet three of these inspiring individuals

    City proud employer of 12 655 women; meet three of these inspiring individuals

    01 August 2024

    Today, 1 August 2024, marks the start of Women’s Month. This year the City is showcasing a few talented women who are following extraordinary careers at the City of Cape Town.

    City is all systems go for Two Oceans Marathon

    City is all systems go for Two Oceans Marathon

    10 April 2024

    City services ready to provide support to Two Oceans marathon

    Comment on environmental impact of proposed Strandfontein coastal node development

    Comment on environmental impact of proposed Strandfontein coastal node development

    09 April 2024

    Proposal to develop the neglected and underused Strandfontein coastal resort area

    Participate in environmental process for proposed mixed-use development for Strandfontein coastal node

    Participate in environmental process for proposed mixed-use development for Strandfontein coastal node

    14 November 2023

    In November last year, the City of Cape Town published the draft development framework for the Strandfontein coastal node for public comment.

    More nature reserves in the pipeline for Cape Town

    More nature reserves in the pipeline for Cape Town

    29 October 2023

    City of Cape Town’s Council on Thursday, 26 October 2023, supported the proclamation of six new City managed nature reserves across Cape Town, and the extension of various nature reserves.

    Fish Hoek dune rehabilitation well under way

    Fish Hoek dune rehabilitation well under way

    01 June 2023

    The main objective of the Fish Hoek dune project is to reprofile the dunes by reducing the volume of sand to create a profile that is more typical of fore-dunes

    Comment period for Strandfontein coastal node draft development framework extended

    Comment period for Strandfontein coastal node draft development framework extended

    17 January 2023

    The City has identified the Strandfontein resort area on the False Bay coastline as suitable for possible development.

    Coastal Recreation Area from Dalebrook to Kalk Bay reopens, Hout Bay beach remains closed

    Coastal Recreation Area from Dalebrook to Kalk Bay reopens, Hout Bay beach remains closed

    13 January 2023

    The beach from Dalebrook to Kalk Bay, including the Dalebrook tidal pool, reopened today Friday 13 January 2023. As a precautionary measure, the Hout Bay beach remains closed until further notice.

      Mayor Hill-Lewis hails multi-agency effort to ensure safer beaches for all over festive season

    Mayor Hill-Lewis hails multi-agency effort to ensure safer beaches for all over festive season

    06 January 2023

    At Strand Beach, the Mayor observed the City’s multi-agency efforts which have been rolled out at 29 beaches, tidal pools and coastline stretches this festive season with the support of over 4 000 uniformed staff.

    Put safety first at our recreational facilities this weekend

    Put safety first at our recreational facilities this weekend

    23 December 2022

    The City appeals to visitors to work with staff to ensure a safe, festive weekend for all

    Fish Hoek Beach reopened

    Fish Hoek Beach reopened

    19 December 2022

    The reopening follows completion of water sampling and related test results.

    Whole of Muizenberg Beach open to public

    Whole of Muizenberg Beach open to public

    16 December 2022

    The section of beach has been reopened to the public.

    Residents encouraged to comment on draft development framework for Strandfontein coastal node

    Residents encouraged to comment on draft development framework for Strandfontein coastal node

    14 November 2022

    Comment on the draft framework plan for the Strandfontein resort that has been identified for possible development.

    Urgent repairs to retaining wall at Soetwater tidal pool

    Urgent repairs to retaining wall at Soetwater tidal pool

    26 October 2022

    Work at the Soetwater tidal pool has commenced on Monday, 24 October 2022

    Atlantic Seaboard tidal pools currently undergoing urgent maintenance repairs

    Atlantic Seaboard tidal pools currently undergoing urgent maintenance repairs

    06 October 2022

    ​The City’s Coastal Management Branch, in conjunction with the Recreation and Parks Department, is busy with urgent maintenance repairs to the tidal pools located along the Atlantic Seaboard.

    Atlantic Seaboard tidal pools to receive urgent maintenance repairs

    Atlantic Seaboard tidal pools to receive urgent maintenance repairs

    20 September 2022

    Work at the Camps Bay tidal pool will commence on 28 September 2022

    More beach lifeguards needed

    More beach lifeguards needed

    20 September 2022

    Applications are now open via e-services from 19 – 25 September 2022.

    Lifeguard recruitment kicks off

    Lifeguard recruitment kicks off

    17 June 2022

    Recruitment is open for seasonal beach and swimming pool lifeguards.

    Public Health Advisory: Seaforth and Waters Edge Beaches

    Public Health Advisory: Seaforth and Waters Edge Beaches

    04 November 2021

    The City of Cape Town's Health Department was alerted to a sewage spill in Simon’s Town this morning, in the vicinity of Seaforth and Waters Edge Beaches.

    City Partners with NSRI in cutting edge rip current experiment

    City Partners with NSRI in cutting edge rip current experiment

    19 October 2021

    Rip currents are powerful channels of fast-moving water

    Residents invited to meetings about spatial vision, development priorities for Cape Town

    Residents invited to meetings about spatial vision, development priorities for Cape Town

    12 April 2021

    The draft integrated Spatial Development Frameworks (SDFs) and Environmental Management Frameworks (EMFs) for the eight planning districts across Cape Town are available for public comment until 6 June 2021

    City trials no-waste bin zone at Miller’s Point

    City trials no-waste bin zone at Miller’s Point

    16 February 2021

    The City of Cape Town is piloting a waste management project to protect the unique coastal environment of Miller’s Point

    Blue Flags take to the sky at City shores

    Blue Flags take to the sky at City shores

    27 November 2020

    The City is pleased to once again receive this recognition. Being able to retain the status of all 10 Blue Flag beaches

    City protects ancient Milkwood trees in Gordon’s Bay

    City protects ancient Milkwood trees in Gordon’s Bay

    23 September 2020

    ​The City of Cape Town’s Environmental Management Department recently completed a green infrastructure improvement project in Gordon’s Bay.

    Gordons Bay shell midden tells life stories

    Gordons Bay shell midden tells life stories

    14 June 2020

    The Gordon’s Bay Midden, also known as Dune 111 or Sandkop, is believed to have formed between 2 700 and 3 200 years ago.

    City closes beaches to advance social distancing

    City closes beaches to advance social distancing

    23 March 2020

    Cape Town beaches closed to increase social distancing.

    Beach access made easy

    Beach access made easy

    02 March 2020

    Wheelchair Day on 1 March 2020

    City flies Blue Flag high once again

    City flies Blue Flag high once again

    01 September 2016

    The City of Cape Town receives award for having the highest number of Blue Flag beaches in the Country

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