Public WiFi Zones

Qualifying residents can register on the City's Housing Needs Register (previously known as the Housing Database) to be considered for a variety of housing opportunities.

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Registering as an accredited waste service provider ensures that your business is compliant with the City's Integrated Waste Management By-law.

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Comment on the proposed MyCiTi Phase 2A stop locations along direct routes

10 October – 30 November 2022

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Cost of electricity

We bill you based on a three-tier tariff system comprising of the Lifeline tariff, the Domestic tariff and the Home User tariff. Find out how this works for residential and commercial properties.

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City jobs and opportunities

The City offers a range of employment and career development opportunities to suitably qualified applicants from a range of social and educational backgrounds.

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Dam levels

The City of Cape Town and the National Department of Water and Sanitation measures dam levels to check how much water is available.

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Apply for a wheelie bin

Property owners can apply for a 240 litre wheelie bin for the household, while relevant sectional title complexes can apply for the required number of bins.

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Pay and renew your vehicle licence

Pay for your vehicle licence renewal online through e-Services or in person.

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Prevent illegal dumping

The City calls on all communities to stop illegal dumping and to report anyone who engages in this act.

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Informal trading

Informal trade is a very important part of Cape Town's economy and offers good employment opportunities for traders, as well as affordable goods and services to locals.

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Green Infrastructure Programme

We are developing a Green Infrastructure Programme (GIP) for Cape Town. This will improve current natural assets and help towards the planning of new green and sustainable features.

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Find your councillor, ward or subcouncil

You can find your councillor, ward or subcouncil using our easy look-up tool.

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City and Province renew partnership to strengthen community services

Vulnerable communities will benefit from two renewed agreements signed this week.

The agreements set out how the two spheres of government will work together more closely to share knowledge, resources, and skills. The coordinated approach will help ensure that programmes rolled out to the community can be more effective, and reach more people Programmes benefiting from the agreements include arts, culture and heritage programmes, substance abuse and gender initiatives, youth development, early childhood development, support for people sleeping rough on the streets, and recreation programmes for children and youth. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/agreement%202.jpg" alt="" /> </figure>‘Our programmes target some of the most vulnerable areas in our communities. While the City continues to do everything possible, we are also keen to extend our reach. Many residents rely on these programmes for support opportunities and safe spaces. By working more closely with the Province, we can strengthen the services that matter most and ensure more people can participate in the programmes that affect their lives,’ said Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Councillor Francine Higham. ‘One of our biggest partners in the province is the City of Cape Town and we have built an incredible relationship with them. We’ve got so many challenges that we need to face head on together. That is the whole of society, whole of government approach. So to the City, thank you so much for being that incredible partner and I’m looking forward to building on the relationship we’ve got and going from strength to strength. Everybody out there: the NGOs, the private sector thank you for holding our hands in making sure that in this social welfare space, we can provide the safety net to those in need,’ said Minister Jaco Londt, Minister of the Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.‘We are very fortunate to work with the City of Cape Town in the field of arts, culture, sport, events and facilities. We are signing a protocol agreement to improve and strengthen that working relationship through co-creation and co-funding,’ said Minister Ricardo Mackenzie, Minister of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport. The agreements have been in place for several years and is renewed every three years. This cooperation will help share knowledge, resources, and skills so that programmes rolled out to the community can be more effective, and reach more people. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/protocol.jpg" alt="" /> </figure> Caption 1: In front from left are Alfonso Sauls: Director Community, Arts and Culture Development; Councillor Higham: Mayco Member Community Services and Health; Minister Ricardo Mackenzie, Minister of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport; and Guy Redman Head of Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport. At the back from left are Councillor Ronel Viljoen: Portfolio Chairperson Community Services and Health; Robin Jutzen: Manager Arts and Culture; Lyndon Bouah: Chief Director Sport and Recreation (WCG); and Dr Carol Van Wyk: Chief Director Cultural Affairs (WCG).Caption 2: From left are Alfonso Sauls: Director Community, Arts and Culture Development; Councillor Francine Higham: Mayco Member Community Services and Health; Minister Jaco Londt, Minister of the Department of Social Development; and Robert Macdonald Head of Department of Social Development. End

2026-02-10T22:00:00Z

Road resurfacing under way in Bellville

The City is doing roadworks along Frans Conradie Drive in Boston as well as on Old Paarl Road in Bellville.

‘To minimise disruption to daily routines, we have scheduled this work to take place at night. All lanes are expected to reopen to traffic by 06:00 on weekdays. I would like to thank residents and road users for their patience throughout the construction period. Some of the road infrastructure in parts of Bellville is ageing, and these repairs are essential to ensure we can keep Cape Town moving on safe, high quality roads,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas.The resurfacing work entails:<ul><li>Milling and removal of existing asphalt surface and replacing it with hot-mix asphalt.</li><li>The removal of damaged kerbs and installing new kerbs.</li><li>The reinstatement of all road markings removed during the process.</li></ul>The City advises road users to be cautious while work is under way, to lower their speed, pay attention to road signs, be vigilant in and around the roadworks area, look out for uneven road surfaces, be mindful of the construction workers and factor in longer travel time if planning to travel along these affected roads at night.Maps available <a href="https://bit.ly/3M44jLY">here</a>.

2026-02-09T22:00:00Z

District Six’s Chapel Street project on track

The City is pleased to confirm that the Chapel Street upgrade project in District Six is on track to be completed by July this year.

The historical Chapel Street can be described as the central spine linking Trafalgar Park to the east of the Zeenatul Islamic Mosque with District Six, the new restitution areas, and the Cape Peninsula University of Technology to the west. The project started in June 2025 and the design interventions focus on: <ul><li><div style="text-align:left;">Prioritising pedestrians</div></li><li><div style="text-align:left;">Space and opportunity for seating along the pedestrian walkways</div></li><li><div style="text-align:left;">The various institutions and facilities along the route and accommodating these</div></li><li><div style="text-align:left;">Traffic calming measures to improve pedestrian safety and the safety of vulnerable road users such as children and the elderly</div></li><li><div style="text-align:left;">Planting of trees and other vegetation to create an alluring environment that is conducive to socialising </div></li></ul> <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"><img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/Chapel%20Street%202.jpg" alt="" /> </figure> ‘The upgrade and redesign of Chapel Street have come a long way. It builds on the foundations of the Public Realm Strategy, which the City’s Urban Planning and Design Department developed in consultation with the District Six Caretakers and the wider community during virtual meetings and Open House events in 2021 and 2022. The Public Realm Strategy guides us on how public spaces can be used to re-establish the vibrancy and cosmopolitan community of District Six. And at the time, the upgrade of Chapel Street was identified as one of the key projects to facilitate movement between Trafalgar Park, New Hanover Street, and the CBD area. ‘In 2023 and 2024, we again consulted with the local community of District Six about the redesign of Chapel Street to get input from the residents, stakeholders, and interested parties. We hosted a public open day to source comments on the concept design, and the detailed design was also submitted for further input and consultation. The feedback we received during this time confirmed the need to transform Chapel Street into a space that favours and focuses on pedestrians. ‘There have been some challenges over the past few months, among which are electricity cables that need to be relocated. I can assure all that the project team is working hard at resolving challenges and will keep the community informed. On this note, I want to thank residents for their patience, and ongoing support. We are committed to completing this project on time. Chapel Street is your asset, and we are looking forward to the day when you can use this street as a place to connect, socialise, and walk in comfort and safety,’ said the City’s Deputy Mayor and Mayoral Committee Member for Spatial Planning and Environment, Alderman Eddie Andrews. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"><img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/chapel%20street.jpg" alt="" /> </figure> Alderman Andrews hosted a meeting with residents last night, 9 February 2026, to share the latest information and progress on the project. Residents and businesses from Chapel Street and the surrounding area attended the meeting at the Lydia Williams Centre for Memory. ‘We had a very constructive discussion with participants raising concerns, seeking clarity, and City officials providing direct feedback on the project and its progress. I also want to confirm that the City will keep on communicating with the community about the project and keep all informed as we are heading into the final stretch,’ said Alderman Andrews. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"><img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/Chapel%20Street%203.jpg" alt="" /> </figure>Captions: The City’s Urban Planning and Design Department is busy with the upgrade of Chapel Street in District Six. The upgrade focuses on making the street more pedestrian friendly with wide paved sidewalks, landscaping, and benches for seating. Ald. Eddie Andrews, the City’s Deputy Mayor and Mayoral Committee Member for Spatial Planning and Environment, visited the site recently to see how the project is coming along. End

2026-02-09T22:00:00Z

City advises of planned electricity supply maintenance in Langa area

The City advises Langa residents in the Brinton and Sandile streets area of upcoming critical electricity supply interruptions for infrastructure maintenance

It is important to note that interruptions to supply will only impact the areas on the maps and only on the relevant date. The work will be carried out from 08:00 to 18:00, if all goes to plan.To view the area outage maps visit: <a href="https://bit.ly/4kt2qVM" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4kt2qVM</a>Please note:The electricity supply could be restored at any time and customers must please treat all electrical installations as live for the full duration of the planned maintenance work. Residents are encouraged to switch off appliances as a precaution to avoid damage caused by power surges when the power comes back on. The City apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks residents for their cooperation.For queries, contact the City’s Call Centre: 0860 103 089 End

2026-02-09T22:00:00Z

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Prevent blocked sewers

The City has an excessively high number of sewer blockages each year. On average, we attend to nearly 300 sewer blockages every day. Clearing these blockages makes our operational costs higher.

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Get Grants-in-Aid funding

The City of Cape Town makes grants-in-aid available to organisations to fund projects that benefit the community and assist the City in realising its goals and objectives as set out by the Integrated Development Plan (IDP).

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Apply for debt relief

If you would like to have your debt written off, please contact us directly to find out if you qualify.

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Registering as an accredited waste service provider ensures that your business is compliant with the City's Integrated Waste Management By-law.

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Green Infrastructure Programme

We are developing a Green Infrastructure Programme (GIP) for Cape Town. This will improve current natural assets and help towards the planning of new green and sustainable features.

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Find your councillor, ward or subcouncil

You can find your councillor, ward or subcouncil using our easy look-up tool.

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Qualifying residents can register on the City's Housing Needs Register (previously known as the Housing Database) to be considered for a variety of housing opportunities.

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Apply for a wheelie bin

Property owners can apply for a 240 litre wheelie bin for their household

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Comment on the proposed MyCiTi Phase 2A stop locations along direct routes

10 October – 30 November 2022

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Pay and renew your vehicle licence

There are a number of different options you can use when paying for and renewing your vehicle licence renewal.

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Prevent illegal dumping

We are calling on all our residents to stop and report illegal dumping … Illegal dumping costs us money It costs the City R350 million every year to clean up illegal dumping …

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Informal trading

Informal trade is a very important part of Cape Town's economy and benefits both traders and locals.

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Submit a building plan

If you are planning any building work on a property, you may need to submit a building plan for approval.

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City jobs and opportunities

The City offers a range of employment and career development opportunities to suitably qualified applicants from a range of social and educational backgrounds.

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Pay your rates and services accounts

You can pay your rates and services account in a number of different ways.

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District plans

The District Plans are medium term (10 year) plans that aim to guide spatial development processes and land use management within the district and are approved by the Council of City of Cape Town as policy.

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The Business Hub

The Business Hub provides information on starting and growing your business.

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Dam levels

The dam levels are critical for Cape Town’s water supply and are a key contributor to the Day Zero water dashboard

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Apply for new or replacement driver's licence

Find out how to get a new or replacement driver’s licence.

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Cape Town Future Energy Festival

The Cape Town Future Energy Festival is a showcase of innovation and sustainable living.

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