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City awaits CTMCA application for available Athlone Stadium dates

The City remains committed to working with the CTMCA to secure a lawfully permissible venue for the event in question.

While the CTMCA has not submitted any application for available Athlone Stadium dates, the City last week received an incomplete application, once again for Vygieskraal Stadium, which cannot lawfully be used for these events, as the City already communicated to the CTCMA many months ago. The City remains committed to working with the CTMCA to secure a lawfully permissible venue for the event in question, and the City's offer of available dates for the Athlone Stadium remains, subject to the CTMCA complying with laws and regulations for event permitting and doing business with the City.Klopse competition events continue throughout January at Athlone Stadium for those who have booked events timeously and complied with event regulations.This follows tens of thousands Capetonians celebrating Tweede Nuwe Jaar – organised by the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA) - which drew close to 25 000 spectators to DHL Stadium and many tens of thousands more to the free street parade by over 20 000 performers.December to January is the busiest time of the year for events, and bookings are made many months to more than a year in advance to avoid disappointment.As early as September 2025, the City informed the CTMCA that Vygieskraal Stadium may not lawfully be used for their internal competitions, which are medium-risk SASREA graded events. SAPS applies this risk rating to the majority of Minstrel events, which limits the number of suitable public or private venues. The City has also since informed the CTMCA of Athlone stadium's availability in January and in February. This venue can lawfully cater to such events, and is doing so throughout the January and February period on various Klopse competition dates. While the CTMCA has to date not acted timeously to secure a venue which meets SAPS's permitting requirements, the City remains committed to working with the CTMCA to secure a lawfully permissible venue for the event in question.The City has further lodged an appeal against a related High Court ruling which ordered venue provision on dates for which no legally suitable venue is available.

2026-01-14T22:00:00Z

Back to school: Let’s teach learners to waste less and care more

As schools reopen, the is encouraging learners, parents, teachers and schools to place waste reduction and environmental responsibility at the centre of school life.

Finding practical ways to reduce, reuse and recycle waste not only helps schools save money, but also plays a vital role in shaping a waste-wise generation. Schools remain one of the most important spaces to build lifelong habits that support a cleaner, healthier city.The City is calling on teachers to continue integrating waste education into the classroom, helping learners understand the impact of littering, excessive waste and poor disposal practices. Teaching waste awareness from an early age empowers young people to become responsible citizens and environmental leaders within their homes and communities.Simple actions can significantly reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill, including:<ul><li>Avoiding products with excessive packaging.</li><li>Buy in bulk, and use refills and concentrates, to reduce waste.</li><li>Choose products made from recycled or recyclable materials.</li><li>Avoid single-use items, such as disposable plates at school events, and encourage learners to bring their own containers.</li><li>Provide learners with reusable lunch boxes and returnable drink containers, and discourage single-use packaging.</li><li>Start a compost heap or use a composting container and, where possible, use compost in a school food garden.</li></ul>City encourages more schools to consider implementing recycling programmes, which can also create small income streams to support school activities. The City has developed guidelines to assist schools with waste audits, establishing waste management committees, infrastructure needs, and promoting recycling within the surrounding community. The guide is available on the <a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Graphicsandeducationalmaterial/School_recycling_booklet_ENG.pdf"> City’s website</a>, and it includes ways to compost the school's organic waste: <a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Graphicsandeducationalmaterial/Waste_Awareness_Booklet.pdf"> Waste Awareness Booklet</a>. <img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/Back%20to%20school.jpg" alt="" /> ‘When you consider the thousands of tonnes of waste produced in Cape Town each day, it becomes clear that landfill disposal alone is not a sustainable solution. While our landfills are well managed, we need to reduce waste at source and significantly increase reuse and recycling.‘Schools play a critical role in this journey. By continuing waste education in classrooms and using tools such as our Anti-Litter Mascot Bingo, we can instil responsible habits early and move closer to the goals set out in the National Waste Management Strategy, including reducing waste to landfill and working towards a zero-waste society,’ said Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Waste Management, Alderman Grant Twigg.To spread the message, the City’s anti-litter mascot, Bingo, is available to visit schools and educate learners in fun and engaging ways. Bingo helps reinforce positive waste behaviour, including litter prevention, recycling, and caring for public spaces.Schools can request a Bingo visit <a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Forms%2cnotices%2ctariffsandlists/CCT_UWM_BINGO_BOOKING_FORM.pdf"> here</a>. Please note: Completing and submitting the request form does not guarantee a booking.

2026-01-14T22:00:00Z

Kraaifontein Wastewater Treatment Works delivers excellent treated effluent quality

The Kraaifontein Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) is one of 23 wastewater treatment works operated by the City.

The treated effluent processed at the Kraaifontein WWTW is of exceptional quality with an average compliance of 98% from July 2025 to December 2025. First commissioned in 1974, Kraaifontein WWTW has been in operation for 52 years and has undergone four major infrastructure upgrades in 1983, 1987, 2003 and most recently in 2013, when new inlet works were commissioned. The facility currently operates with two fine screens, two degritters, one biological reactor, three secondary settling tanks and a sludge dewatering facility, and is staffed by 14 permanent employees. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/Kraaifontein%20Wastewater%20Treatment%20Works%20delivers%20excellent%20treated%20effluent%20quality%203.jpg" alt="" /></figure> The treatment process at Kraaifontein WWTW includes several key stages: 1. Inlet works: Raw sewage enters the plant and is screened for solid parts, which are removed, washed, compacted and released into a skip along with collected grit. The sewage flow then moves on to the next process. 2. Activated sludge system: The flow is pumped into a bioreactor and sub-divided into three distinct zones to ensure continuous mixing and treatment with the assistance of microorganisms. 3. Secondary settling tanks: The secondary settling tanks separate the sludge and treated water mix into solids and treated water, by providing specific conditions for the solids to settle to the bottom of the tank while the treated water flows over weirs on the surface of the tanks. The final effluent (treated water) from the settling tanks is then pumped back to the bioreactor. 4. Disinfection: Kills harmful (pathogenic or disease-causing) organisms. Disinfection at Kraaifontein is effected via maturation ponds as well as via chlorine dosing. 5. Dewatering: Removing any minor solids from the treated effluent, using mechanical belts to compress the solids into a sludge, which is then removed. 6. Maturation ponds: Removing pathogens from the water via natural UV radiation from the sun as well as further polishing of the treated effluent. Six maturation ponds are provided at Kraaifontein. The overflow from pond No.6 flows directly to the chlorine contact channel. 7. Chlorination: Chlorine chips are used for disinfection and this is the final stage before the treated effluent is either pumped to the end users for irrigation purposes or discharged to the river. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"><img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/Kraaifontein%20Wastewater%20Treatment%20Works%20delivers%20excellent%20treated%20effluent%20quality%201.jpg" alt="" /></figure>During the visit, Councillor Badroodien highlighted the ongoing challenge posed by foreign objects entering the sewer system. ‘It was an interesting visit to the Kraaifontein WWTW, particularly at the inlet works, where we continue to see foreign objects such as rags entering the system via pump stations. I would like to remind residents to refrain from flushing these items down toilets, as they place unnecessary strain on sewer infrastructure, pump stations and wastewater treatment works,’ said Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation, Councillor Zahid Badroodien.The City urges residents to dispose of waste responsibly to help ensure the efficient operation of wastewater treatment facilities and the continued protection of rivers and the environment. END

2026-01-14T22:00:00Z

City warns residents to stay alert to housing scams

The City reiterates that City housing opportunities are free and qualifying residents will never be asked to pay for placement on the City’s Housing Needs Register, or for allocation of housing opportunities

‘We are aware of bogus emails and messages circulating that falsely claim to be from the City’s Human Settlements Directorate or the National Department of Human Settlements. The latest scam involves emails sent from Gmail accounts, which is an immediate red flag. ‘The email informs residents that they qualify for Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) housing opportunities in exchange for a fee. Residents are reminded that the subsidy housing programmes used to be under the RDP, but this has not been the case for more than a decade. Any communication still using outdated terminology should be treated with suspicion.‘Most fraudulent messages are poorly written, contain numerous spelling and grammatical errors and most importantly, request payment in exchange for housing opportunities. This is a clear indication of a scam.‘The City reiterates that City housing opportunities are free and qualifying residents will never be asked to pay for placement on the City’s Housing Needs Register, or for allocation of housing opportunities as well as for any related housing service,’ said the Mayoral Committee Member for Human Settlements, Councillor Carl Pophaim. Remember: <ul><li>All legitimate communication about City housing opportunities will come directly from City officials, through our formal and verifiable channels and, if in doubt, always phone the City’s Human Settlements Call Centre on 021 444 0333.</li><li>The City will never request payment for housing opportunities.</li></ul> Report:Fraud Hotline at 0800 32 31 30 or email <a href="mailto:fraud.hotline@capetown.gov.za">fraud.hotline@capetown.gov.za</a> Call Centre: 0860 103 089 Contact the Human Settlements Call Centre on 021 444 0333 Business hours: Monday to Friday between 07:30 and 16:30 Beneficiaries are reminded to keep their housing registration details up to date: Visit the City’s housing offices or use official channels to update your contact information. End

2026-01-13T22:00:00Z

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