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    Helderberg Nature Reserve visitors to consider fitness, experience when choosing a hike 

    Helderberg Nature Reserve visitors to consider fitness, experience when choosing a hike 

    29 July 2026

    ​The Helderberg Nature Reserve is one of Cape Town’s most popular outdoor destinations

    Budget of Hope powers R5,39 billion capital investment in water and sanitation infrastructure

    Budget of Hope powers R5,39 billion capital investment in water and sanitation infrastructure

    16 July 2026

    City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will continue investing in critical infrastructure and progressing service delivery from 1 July 2026

    Repairs to Kloof Road on track to meet mid-December opening

    Repairs to Kloof Road on track to meet mid-December opening

    09 July 2026

    Kloof Road should be open to traffic again by mid-December 2026

    High-tech off-grid toilets launched at Rasta Camp informal settlement

    High-tech off-grid toilets launched at Rasta Camp informal settlement

    16 June 2026

    Residents of the Rasta Camp informal settlement in Ocean View are the latest beneficiaries of a high-tech, off-grid sanitation solution designed to provide safe, sustainable sanitation in areas where conventional infrastructure is challenging to install.

    Learners from Langa, Bonteheuwel and Athlone enjoy a class in the clouds

    Learners from Langa, Bonteheuwel and Athlone enjoy a class in the clouds

    21 May 2026

    ​The City’s Environmental Management Department (EMD) partnered with the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) to support its Class in the Clouds education programme

    Cape Town 10k reroutes to iconic finish for 2026 edition

    Cape Town 10k reroutes to iconic finish for 2026 edition

    05 May 2026

    ​For the first time in its 11-year history, the race will finish on the iconic Grand Parade with a backdrop of City Hall and Table Mountain

    New Film Fund recipients set to spotlight Cape Town on screen

    New Film Fund recipients set to spotlight Cape Town on screen

    09 April 2026

    The City of Cape Town is excited to announce the beneficiaries of the 2025/26 film fund.

    Two Oceans Marathon week guide

    Two Oceans Marathon week guide

    07 April 2026

    Information guide and road closures for the Two Oceans Marathon

    Repairs to damaged Kloof Road under way

    Repairs to damaged Kloof Road under way

    26 March 2026

    Kloof Road is one of the access routes that links the City Bowl with the Atlantic Seaboard suburbs of Camps Bay, Clifton, Bantry Bay and Sea Point

    City calls on residents to help with history of Miller’s Point

    City calls on residents to help with history of Miller’s Point

    16 March 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Coastal Management branch is busy developing a long-term vision for Miller’s Point

    The next 90 days will shape Cape Town’s winter water outlook

    The next 90 days will shape Cape Town’s winter water outlook

    25 February 2026

    Cape Town is not in a drought, but the window to avoid water restrictions later this year is narrowing. Based on the current water usage trend, dam storage could drop as low as 40% by May if this year’s rainfall is average.

    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

    Bring in the New Year with these Cape Town events

    Bring in the New Year with these Cape Town events

    29 December 2025

    The Cape Malay Road March will usher in the New Year with traditional Malay music, drums and marching as several choirs take to the streets of the Cape Town CBD on Wednesday, 31 December 2025

    International recognition for Cape Town as a top destination

    International recognition for Cape Town as a top destination

    17 December 2025

    Travel and Leisure Asia and the U.S. News & World Report have respectively marked Cape Town in their top ranks for best destination this year.

    Repairs to damaged Kloof Road to commence by March 2026

    Repairs to damaged Kloof Road to commence by March 2026

    10 December 2025

    The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate will commence with the repairs to Kloof Road by March 2026

    City celebrates environmental partners and unveils new mascot

    City celebrates environmental partners and unveils new mascot

    04 December 2025

    On Wednesday, 3 December 2025, the City of Cape Town’s Environmental Management Department hosted its inaugural Partner Appreciation Event at the Smart Living Education Centre and Dome Classroom, Green Point Park

    Cape Town set for a blockbuster weekend of events to close out November

    Cape Town set for a blockbuster weekend of events to close out November

    26 November 2025

    The Festive Light Switch-on, with an anticipated crowd of around 80 000, will usher in the joyous season but it’s just one of many events taking place in Cape Town this coming weekend.

    Final Action Plan for baboons includes a sanctuary, fencing, waste strategy, Wildlife by-law and by-law enforcement

    Final Action Plan for baboons includes a sanctuary, fencing, waste strategy, Wildlife by-law and by-law enforcement

    20 November 2025

    The Cape Peninsula Baboon Management Joint Task Team (CPBMJTT) has finalised and adopted the Action Plan which details the practical implementation of the Cape Peninsula Baboon Strategic Management Plan

    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.

    Remembering those who gave their lives for peace

    Remembering those who gave their lives for peace

    10 November 2025

    Alderman Eddie Andrews delivered the Remembrance Day address at the Cenotaph in Adderley Street on 9 November 2025

    Tell us more about your vision for Miller’s Point

    Tell us more about your vision for Miller’s Point

    04 November 2025

    long-term vision for the Miller’s Point coastal resort

    Residents invited to open day about spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    Residents invited to open day about spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    28 October 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town invites the public to the Open Day about the community-driven draft Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) for the Big Bay area.

    Call on residents to comment on draft local spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    Call on residents to comment on draft local spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    09 October 2025

    The draft LSDF for Big Bay and surrounding areas was an initiative driven by the local community

    City of Cape Town backs Speed Classic Cape Town

    City of Cape Town backs Speed Classic Cape Town

    12 September 2025

    The Speed Classic Cape Town will transform Philip Kgosana Drive into a 1,8 km stretch of pure motorsport adrenaline, a twisting climb with 150 metres of elevation over two days next month.

    Road closures for Gun Run weekend

    Road closures for Gun Run weekend

    09 September 2025

    More than 18 000 athletes, combined for the trail run, 10km race, 5km fun runs and the Half Marathon, are expected to take part in the Gun Run.

    Table View Beachfront upgrades gaining good momentum

    Table View Beachfront upgrades gaining good momentum

    04 September 2025

    Table View Beachfront upgrades

    Launch of Tourism Month: Turbocharging tourism in Cape Town with coordinated marketing, real results

    Launch of Tourism Month: Turbocharging tourism in Cape Town with coordinated marketing, real results

    01 September 2025

    It’s about celebrating our city’s natural wonders, while building opportunities that touch every community.

    Cape Town International arrivals set for smooth entry as BMA, WCG and City team-up

    Cape Town International arrivals set for smooth entry as BMA, WCG and City team-up

    18 August 2025

    A smoother, faster experience at the airport means tourists get to Table Mountain before sunset, and the tour guide in Langa does not lose business due to airport delays

    Council adopts Cape Town Biodiversity Spatial Plan and puts Biodiversity Priority Areas on the map

    Council adopts Cape Town Biodiversity Spatial Plan and puts Biodiversity Priority Areas on the map

    05 August 2025

    Council adopted the Cape Town Biodiversity Spatial Plan

    City Hall clock and bell chime heard across Cape Town again

    City Hall clock and bell chime heard across Cape Town again

    31 July 2025

    The famous City Hall clock is ticking in perfect time and its beautiful bells are chiming once again after being fully restored.

    Public to comment on proposed rehabilitation of Kloof Road

    Public to comment on proposed rehabilitation of Kloof Road

    23 May 2025

    ​The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate wants to inform the public that processes are under way to obtain environmental approvals for the repairs to Kloof Road.

    Newlands reservoir gets its annual clean

    Newlands reservoir gets its annual clean

    15 May 2025

    The City is in the final stretch of completing the cleaning of Newlands Reservoir as part of its annual proactive water maintenance programme.

    City concludes Tafelberg Road upgrades ahead of winter rains

    City concludes Tafelberg Road upgrades ahead of winter rains

    08 May 2025

    This project took approximately 18 months and we are very happy to see the work being completed before the rainy season.

    Iconic route set for 10th edition of Cape Town 10K

    Iconic route set for 10th edition of Cape Town 10K

    08 May 2025

    A sold-out field of approximately 15 000 people will take to the streets from Woodbridge Island in Milnerton to Lower Long Street in the CBD.

    City resumes beachfront upgrade construction works in Table View

    City resumes beachfront upgrade construction works in Table View

    07 May 2025

    The City of Cape Town has resumed its major project to rehabilitate and revitalise the Table View beachfront, one of the city’s prime tourist attractions along the Atlantic coastline.

    Fire Service draws a crowd on International Firefighters' Day

    Fire Service draws a crowd on International Firefighters' Day

    04 May 2025

    City celebrates International Firefighters' Day

    R5bn in pipeline for water and sanitation investments

    R5bn in pipeline for water and sanitation investments

    16 April 2025

    The City will continue to make record-setting investments in Cape Town’s water and sanitation infrastructure

    Residents, business community encouraged to comment on draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    Residents, business community encouraged to comment on draft spatial plan for Cape Town CBD

    07 April 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town invites residents, the business community and all stakeholders to comment on the draft local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the Cape Town CBD.

    Two Oceans Marathon Week: Essential logistics and road closures

    Two Oceans Marathon Week: Essential logistics and road closures

    01 April 2025

    More than 30 000 athletes, combined for the Ultra and Half Marathons, are expected to hit the streets of Cape Town.

    Exciting March events await in the Mother City

    Exciting March events await in the Mother City

    05 March 2025

    The City’s Events Permit Office will monitor 109 events set to take place in March, covering a host of categories.

    Old timer gets a revamp

    Old timer gets a revamp

    04 March 2025

    The popular City Hall Turret Clock is set for mechanical sprucing up to get it chiming like new again.

    Deputy Mayor invites residents to online meeting: City’s Biodiversity Spatial Plan currently open for public comment

    Deputy Mayor invites residents to online meeting: City’s Biodiversity Spatial Plan currently open for public comment

    17 February 2025

    The City’s Biodiversity Management branch will explain the importance of the critical draft policy

    City provides guidelines to remain most biodiverse city in the world

    City provides guidelines to remain most biodiverse city in the world

    13 February 2025

    Cape Town was the first municipality in South Africa to develop and implement a spatial biodiversity plan, which is fitting since this beautiful city claims the title of the most biodiverse city in the world

    Cape Town awaits: Discover world-class holiday experiences this Festive Season

    Cape Town awaits: Discover world-class holiday experiences this Festive Season

    04 December 2024

    Cape Town is ready to welcome the world this holiday season.

    Tafelberg Road roadworks contractor will be on builders break for festive holiday period

    Tafelberg Road roadworks contractor will be on builders break for festive holiday period

    29 November 2024

    The rehabilitation work is taking place from the intersection of Tafelberg Road with Kloof Nek Road to the Lower Cableway Station located in the Table Mountain National Park

    Fire and Rescue Service squares up for summer

    Fire and Rescue Service squares up for summer

    29 November 2024

    Vegetation fires take centre stage during the warmer months.

    Kloof Road repairs to commence in 2025

    Kloof Road repairs to commence in 2025

    21 November 2024

    The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate can confirm that several processes are under way to ensure the repair work to a section of Kloof Road can commence in 2025

    Cape Town to make record safety deployment for 2024 festive season

    Cape Town to make record safety deployment for 2024 festive season

    13 November 2024

    Resources will be bolstered by metro police trainee participants in the Project 1000 learnership programme, together with over 4 000 uniformed enforcement and emergency personnel.

    Green Coast status awarded to Blaauwberg Nature Reserve coastline for fifth time

    Green Coast status awarded to Blaauwberg Nature Reserve coastline for fifth time

    29 October 2024

    As the most biodiverse city in the world, we have a responsibility to conserve and protect this unique biodiversity

    Closing date looms for comment on local spatial plan for CBD

    Closing date looms for comment on local spatial plan for CBD

    27 October 2024

    The intention of the LSDF is to strategically shape the CBD-area’s future growth and development

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