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City urges residents to make use of Walk-in Centre online booking system City urges residents to make use of Walk-in Centre online booking system <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cash-And-Enquiry-Offices-Listing.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2022-10-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#e2c4d983-bbfc-4d41-ae56-89aacd57eb6e;L0|#0e2c4d983-bbfc-4d41-ae56-89aacd57eb6e|walk-in centre;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1cc729aa-bb76-46e1-b8a7-a9eb2902dd6f;L0|#01cc729aa-bb76-46e1-b8a7-a9eb2902dd6f|online services;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/City urges residents to make use of Walk-in Centre online booking system
Your City in 60 secondsYour City in 60 seconds<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Site%20Images/Media%20Centre%20Header%20Image.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2026-08-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891d1https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/Your City in 60 seconds

 

 

City replaces 590 SmartCape computers at 50 public librariesCity replaces 590 SmartCape computers at 50 public libraries<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​SmartCape provides free access to computers and the internet, while City libraries also offer digital literacy training2026-08-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#3ccd3ca8-9e03-465d-b3f1-273b74000155;L0|#03ccd3ca8-9e03-465d-b3f1-273b74000155|Smart Cape;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1f61ec30-8889-4114-8411-a3ee8477bc1b;L0|#01f61ec30-8889-4114-8411-a3ee8477bc1b|Libraries;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Minister Cachalia opens door to investigative powers for Metro PoliceMinister Cachalia opens door to investigative powers for Metro Police<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Law-Enforcement-Security-Header.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />We must make full use of all policing resources in Cape Town as SAPS are under severe pressure2026-08-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#78273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255;L0|#078273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255|Metro police;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#fa398fa6-831f-4358-9c72-e9afa39997c9;L0|#0fa398fa6-831f-4358-9c72-e9afa39997c9|SAPS;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Give a ‘dam’, save water- current levels 78,1%Give a ‘dam’, save water- current levels 78,1%<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%27s%20dams%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The City’s Water teams are continuing to closely monitor dam levels and water use 2026-08-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#4aeffa45-6f38-46b7-bd4d-6ecf13ae2543;L0|#04aeffa45-6f38-46b7-bd4d-6ecf13ae2543|dam levels;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#4767f497-70a3-4e95-9b68-eb10e0e99858;L0|#04767f497-70a3-4e95-9b68-eb10e0e99858|Water saving efforts;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City highlights investment in women leaders to strengthen public serviceCity highlights investment in women leaders to strengthen public service<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Jobs%20and%20skills%20development%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Alderman Uys highlighted the City’s continued commitment to advancing opportunities for women across its workforce2026-08-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#c206372d-eae5-4cc5-a451-76c713b98f15;L0|#0c206372d-eae5-4cc5-a451-76c713b98f15|Women's Month;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#8a54c317-197d-4d14-85bc-f4557a443633;L0|#08a54c317-197d-4d14-85bc-f4557a443633|workplace;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
External bursaries provide new hope and future opportunities for studentsExternal bursaries provide new hope and future opportunities for students<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The bursaries cover registration, tuition and examination fees as well as capped allowances 2026-08-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#aa04eaa8-60b6-4706-8cc0-dd43864d8aca;L0|#0aa04eaa8-60b6-4706-8cc0-dd43864d8aca|bursaries;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#029fe683-1cda-4db0-b82a-bf96ce467c79;L0|#0029fe683-1cda-4db0-b82a-bf96ce467c79|Corporate services;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Planned water supply maintenance for 7 to 14 AugustPlanned water supply maintenance for 7 to 14 August<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Residents are advised to store enough water in advance as a precautionary measure2026-08-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#42305b06-67ec-4657-9272-641a0ea14201;L0|#042305b06-67ec-4657-9272-641a0ea14201|water supply;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Your City in 60 secondsYour City in 60 seconds<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Site%20Images/Media%20Centre%20Header%20Image.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Catch up on the latest important City news updates with your City in 60 seconds.2026-08-06T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891d1
Elsies River boasts a smoother Jan van Riebeeck DriveElsies River boasts a smoother Jan van Riebeeck Drive<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development%20charges%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The project commenced in November last year and is now complete2026-08-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#0b4a3bc2-5f29-4df9-ad1c-aaff33ee346d;L0|#00b4a3bc2-5f29-4df9-ad1c-aaff33ee346d|Elsies River;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#ee8c145f-822f-4561-805b-12739b59ed9e;L0|#0ee8c145f-822f-4561-805b-12739b59ed9e|road management;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City starts with new sidewalk construction in Pelican ParkCity starts with new sidewalk construction in Pelican Park<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development%20charges%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />These new sidewalks in Pelican Park form part of the City’s ongoing investment in improving pedestrian infrastructure2026-08-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#375ca377-8f80-464e-8106-827f1c26d3b8;L0|#0375ca377-8f80-464e-8106-827f1c26d3b8|Pelican Park;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#ee8c145f-822f-4561-805b-12739b59ed9e;L0|#0ee8c145f-822f-4561-805b-12739b59ed9e|road management;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Metro Police reinforcements pack a punchMetro Police reinforcements pack a punch<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Law-Enforcement-Security-Header.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The City’s Metro Police Department is in its 25th year of operations2026-08-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#78273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255;L0|#078273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255|Metro police;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50;L0|#03bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50|JP Smith;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3f57ea8a-3adb-4a8f-bb3a-0a20a62c7fe91
Bridge beams successfully installed at Duinefontein and Govan Mbeki Roads intersectionBridge beams successfully installed at Duinefontein and Govan Mbeki Roads intersection<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />These upgrades are bringing us closer to delivering a safe, reliable and integrated public transport system2026-08-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea;L0|#0ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea|MyCiTi;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#7899f12c-89a2-4df0-96fe-b17967a5f122;L0|#07899f12c-89a2-4df0-96fe-b17967a5f122|infrastructure;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Amid growing national pressure, Cape Town unlocks another R256 million land opportunity for affordable homesAmid growing national pressure, Cape Town unlocks another R256 million land opportunity for affordable homes<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2026-08-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#0ab901dc-08fc-4328-86e9-d67d3a0317b4;L0|#00ab901dc-08fc-4328-86e9-d67d3a0317b4|spacial planning and land use management;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#00fc30bc-5320-4525-9eca-c867c0cb3f9b;L0|#000fc30bc-5320-4525-9eca-c867c0cb3f9b|Mixed land use;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City partnership prevents 94 tonnes of river pollution from reaching the oceanCity partnership prevents 94 tonnes of river pollution from reaching the ocean<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%27s%20rivers%20and%20wetlands%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Between March and June 2026, eight full-time river wardens monitored and maintained waste interceptors daily2026-08-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#8df52855-7e66-4f37-a95a-973b1dab9784;L0|#08df52855-7e66-4f37-a95a-973b1dab9784|litter;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#5aa559f2-914c-4c4a-8f0d-2d874ca9a5be;L0|#05aa559f2-914c-4c4a-8f0d-2d874ca9a5be|Bokmakierie;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Short-Term Letting By-Law open for public comment Short-Term Letting By-Law open for public comment <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/%28Treasury%29%20Policies%20and%20publications%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The By-law aims to improve compliance with the City’s existing Rates Policy2026-08-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#fe1372cc-3168-4376-b201-0a8a04d6081e;L0|#0fe1372cc-3168-4376-b201-0a8a04d6081e|by-law;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#68c6f2c0-43e8-4b23-ac9b-11a813bbb8b1;L0|#068c6f2c0-43e8-4b23-ac9b-11a813bbb8b1|have your say;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City sets deadline for safer e-scooter use on Sea Point Promenade  City sets deadline for safer e-scooter use on Sea Point Promenade  <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/scooters-prom.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Recreation and Parks will finalise and publish the conditions governing the use of electric mobility devices on the Promenade as well as erect new signage by the end of August.2026-08-05T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ef3b9290-4059-4d92-ab4d-fb4f550c9a51;L0|#0ef3b9290-4059-4d92-ab4d-fb4f550c9a51|Recreation and Parks Department;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#4a54b8b3-2e24-43b1-97bf-f98072923a26;L0|#04a54b8b3-2e24-43b1-97bf-f98072923a26|Sea Point;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City Customer Interaction Centres closed for Women’s DayCity Customer Interaction Centres closed for Women’s Day<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Budget-Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The City's Customer Interaction Centres will be closed for Women’s Day2026-08-04T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#56798dfb-10a6-4cdb-846d-926a0bcb5101;L0|#056798dfb-10a6-4cdb-846d-926a0bcb5101|E-services;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#57e674a7-93ec-4805-8f71-b6049cd2a567;L0|#057e674a7-93ec-4805-8f71-b6049cd2a567|customer interface unit;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Transport and parking information for a blockbuster sports weekendTransport and parking information for a blockbuster sports weekend<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%20Competitive%20Advantage%20Factors%20Headers.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Free MyCiTi event shuttle services will operate before and after the match for all valid ticket holders2026-08-04T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#f9891347-9853-4a33-be46-2fd52a61e835;L0|#0f9891347-9853-4a33-be46-2fd52a61e835|events;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#6f2f23ab-7901-4b1f-b689-5e9ed76b23c8;L0|#06f2f23ab-7901-4b1f-b689-5e9ed76b23c8|transport;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#0a5a1d9f-9ba4-4669-ae7a-14cd5cb3e774;L0|#00a5a1d9f-9ba4-4669-ae7a-14cd5cb3e774|stadium;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Use less water as national maintenance work gets under wayUse less water as national maintenance work gets under way<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%27s%20dams%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The City does not anticipate any water supply disruption during the upcoming DWS maintenance work2026-08-04T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#c806300b-4b9d-45ca-8e89-cae3a77a1c85;L0|#0c806300b-4b9d-45ca-8e89-cae3a77a1c85|water conservation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755;L0|#03e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755|maintenance;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City processing pensioner and indigent benefit applications, still time to applyCity processing pensioner and indigent benefit applications, still time to apply<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The renewal application process must be completed before 31 August 2026 2026-08-04T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#cf492c62-a733-46a8-b415-e4d2fe27c129;L0|#0cf492c62-a733-46a8-b415-e4d2fe27c129|Indigend households;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#fcf9defe-208b-492e-900e-2632635cd7b1;L0|#0fcf9defe-208b-492e-900e-2632635cd7b1|pensioners;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Almost 40 000 overdue items returned during Fine Free weeksAlmost 40 000 overdue items returned during Fine Free weeks<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/bonteheuwel_library_header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />City libraries saw 37 422 items returned with a monetary value of R4 767 836, 51.2026-08-03T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#1f61ec30-8889-4114-8411-a3ee8477bc1b;L0|#01f61ec30-8889-4114-8411-a3ee8477bc1b|Libraries;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#154736ab-5338-49eb-9408-f0f91e625bce;L0|#0154736ab-5338-49eb-9408-f0f91e625bce|Fine free week;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City honours enforcement veteransCity honours enforcement veterans<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/Medals.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The long service medal ceremony honoured 112 staff members who have completed 30 years of service or more in the enforcement environment.2026-08-03T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#3bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50;L0|#03bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50|JP Smith;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3f57ea8a-3adb-4a8f-bb3a-0a20a62c7fe9;GP0|#26eb1cce-7a65-4510-a4ed-6d56da219306;L0|#026eb1cce-7a65-4510-a4ed-6d56da219306|Metro Police Department;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#af06710e-c7b4-42b8-b660-312d27dc05b8;L0|#0af06710e-c7b4-42b8-b660-312d27dc05b8|law enforcement Department;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1590d31e-7ad8-4e2e-9ac0-344400d98f63;L0|#01590d31e-7ad8-4e2e-9ac0-344400d98f63|traffic services;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#90b49a62-96e2-436a-9c68-187c9ab33534;L0|#090b49a62-96e2-436a-9c68-187c9ab33534|Mayor;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City invites public to Nyanga PTI upgrade information sessionCity invites public to Nyanga PTI upgrade information session<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The project includes new buildings and roofing, improved roads, upgraded taxi facilities, new toilets and more2026-08-03T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#9b387069-bb6f-4ec3-85ce-6dc852036d6c;L0|#09b387069-bb6f-4ec3-85ce-6dc852036d6c|Nyanga;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#2d9d26f8-fc9c-42a9-8fb2-4688d58c4173;L0|#02d9d26f8-fc9c-42a9-8fb2-4688d58c4173|Public participation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Belmont Park pipes up with R16,7 million sewer upgradeBelmont Park pipes up with R16,7 million sewer upgrade<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/header_roadworks.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />A reliable sewer network is essential to protecting communities, rivers and the coastline from pollution. When pipes fail, the risk of blockages and overflows rises.2026-08-02T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#f7ce9158-5f23-4421-83ee-3e48663b5b06;L0|#0f7ce9158-5f23-4421-83ee-3e48663b5b06|sewer system;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#46cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5;L0|#046cd6f1c-873b-40f4-9f8a-883fa56784e5|infrastructural upgrades;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#fa689e9d-c6a8-4381-8a1c-f55592d5d2a41
City advises of critical electricity upgrades in Sea Point, Camps Bay, CliftonCity advises of critical electricity upgrades in Sea Point, Camps Bay, Clifton<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City advises customers in the Sea Point, Camps Bay and Clifton areas of upcoming critical electricity supply interruptions for maintenance2026-08-02T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#4a54b8b3-2e24-43b1-97bf-f98072923a26;L0|#04a54b8b3-2e24-43b1-97bf-f98072923a26|Sea Point;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#ad26acf1-27f3-47d0-ba35-6e3166226077;L0|#0ad26acf1-27f3-47d0-ba35-6e3166226077|electricity connections;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755;L0|#03e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755|maintenance;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
More Policing Powers Now: Cape Town lodges intergovernmental dispute More Policing Powers Now: Cape Town lodges intergovernmental dispute <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Law-Enforcement-Security-Header.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis announced that he has today lodged an intergovernmental dispute ‘as the next crucial step in the fight for expanded powers for Metro Police’2026-08-02T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#4bcb251f-1166-4a1c-8ee5-d33721046dec;L0|#04bcb251f-1166-4a1c-8ee5-d33721046dec|law enforcement;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#90b49a62-96e2-436a-9c68-187c9ab33534;L0|#090b49a62-96e2-436a-9c68-187c9ab33534|Mayor;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#78273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255;L0|#078273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255|Metro police;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Social crime prevention takes the writing off the wallSocial crime prevention takes the writing off the wall<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​Metro Police cadets, along with the Law Enforcement Graffiti Unit, removed 785 square metres of graffiti from walls in Manenberg2026-08-02T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#78273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255;L0|#078273557-84e5-4b4e-8960-1153e6941255|Metro police;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50;L0|#03bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50|JP Smith;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3f57ea8a-3adb-4a8f-bb3a-0a20a62c7fe9;GP0|#633591e2-ed41-4816-9750-3d5f5090deda;L0|#0633591e2-ed41-4816-9750-3d5f5090deda|illegal activity;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Residents to comment on one way road conversions in Ottery, Claremont and WynbergResidents to comment on one way road conversions in Ottery, Claremont and Wynberg<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development%20charges%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate invites all residents and road users to comment on a proposal to introduce permanent one-way systems along a portion of Strandfontein Service Road in Ottery2026-08-02T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#fbaf4ef1-ab41-4b9c-98da-40dca3b832a2;L0|#0fbaf4ef1-ab41-4b9c-98da-40dca3b832a2|Ottery;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#2d9d26f8-fc9c-42a9-8fb2-4688d58c4173;L0|#02d9d26f8-fc9c-42a9-8fb2-4688d58c4173|Public participation;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#45837e0e-ff0b-427b-b753-63670aafaa55;L0|#045837e0e-ff0b-427b-b753-63670aafaa55|roads authority;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City explores smart energy future through first Virtual Power PlantCity explores smart energy future through first Virtual Power Plant<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Change%20To%20Green%20Energy%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​Cape Town’s Virtual Power Plant (VPP) options are being investigated.2026-08-01T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#dfdcb4f5-2ec2-4bd4-9a9f-3086ef5830a7;L0|#0dfdcb4f5-2ec2-4bd4-9a9f-3086ef5830a7|energy;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#b195be29-9300-4dc7-ac99-92629ce847ac;L0|#0b195be29-9300-4dc7-ac99-92629ce847ac|electricity;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#b8be7749-0590-4252-87cc-d0760489282d;L0|#0b8be7749-0590-4252-87cc-d0760489282d|green energy;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Planned water supply maintenance for 3 to 9 AugustPlanned water supply maintenance for 3 to 9 August<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Commercial%20Water%20and%20Sanitation%20Concessions%20and%20Rebates%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will conduct planned work in the identified areas, which may result in water supply disruptions. 2026-08-01T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#42305b06-67ec-4657-9272-641a0ea14201;L0|#042305b06-67ec-4657-9272-641a0ea14201|water supply;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
More than R4,4 bn budgeted for dignified human settlements, home for allMore than R4,4 bn budgeted for dignified human settlements, home for all<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Development-and-Delivery-Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Over the next three financial years, the Human Settlements Directorate has budgeted more than R4,4 billion in total allocations (capital and operational budgets) to create integrated and more dignified human settlements2026-08-01T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#0d8b7293-a214-43fa-80da-d843dd6f8e82;L0|#00d8b7293-a214-43fa-80da-d843dd6f8e82|human settlements;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#191b1b12-4267-46d3-a6e7-02be3df25e7a;L0|#0191b1b12-4267-46d3-a6e7-02be3df25e7a|budget;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City empowers youth to protect Cape Town’s marine futureCity empowers youth to protect Cape Town’s marine future<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Towns%20rivers%20and%20wetlands%20Header%20Image.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City hosted an educational programme and beach clean-up at the Helderberg MPA with 60 Grade 6 learners2026-07-31T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#89ddeef1-5ed3-4e03-b6d1-fac0e5f63624;L0|#089ddeef1-5ed3-4e03-b6d1-fac0e5f63624|Helderberg;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#0e3677c1-1d33-4c6a-a026-3472ab650c4f;L0|#00e3677c1-1d33-4c6a-a026-3472ab650c4f|marine protected area;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#91d5d2ee-be1a-436d-9640-7454b91c225f;L0|#091d5d2ee-be1a-436d-9640-7454b91c225f|environmental development;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City Health project improves breastfeeding outcomesCity Health project improves breastfeeding outcomes<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/clinics-and-healthcare-facilities-listing.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />A City Health project that provides dedicated support to breastfeeding mothers has resulted in improvement in the exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates. 2026-07-31T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#5fb0fd45-1240-41c9-aaeb-627cbd4a11ab;L0|#05fb0fd45-1240-41c9-aaeb-627cbd4a11ab|Health;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#0f9ef4b6-2013-4632-8eef-738412de9010;L0|#00f9ef4b6-2013-4632-8eef-738412de9010|project;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
PECC: Cape Town’s emergency lifelinePECC: Cape Town’s emergency lifeline<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Emergency-Services-Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />On 2 August 2026, the PECC celebrates 26 years of emergency call taking. 2026-07-31T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#3bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50;L0|#03bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50|JP Smith;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3f57ea8a-3adb-4a8f-bb3a-0a20a62c7fe9;GP0|#5615f8a8-1812-4aba-8cfc-472bd2b5937e;L0|#05615f8a8-1812-4aba-8cfc-472bd2b5937e|PECC;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
World Ranger Day 2026 - City celebrates Cape Town’s nature guardiansWorld Ranger Day 2026 - City celebrates Cape Town’s nature guardians<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Biodiversity-Parks-Listing.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> 31 July 2026 marked World Ranger Day 2026, themed ‘Rangers: Guardians of a changing planet’2026-07-31T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#905295d7-2d8d-47ae-a59e-3851e6392406;L0|#0905295d7-2d8d-47ae-a59e-3851e6392406|rangers;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#d1dbe418-7e9a-4180-9877-4ff0797cb4aa;L0|#0d1dbe418-7e9a-4180-9877-4ff0797cb4aa|Nature;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#469cf9db-51bb-4b3c-ab1d-8a1a935a6073;L0|#0469cf9db-51bb-4b3c-ab1d-8a1a935a6073|environment;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City and LGSETA sign skills partnership to expand training and opportunity City and LGSETA sign skills partnership to expand training and opportunity <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/%28Treasury%29%20Policies%20and%20publications%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The City of Cape Town today signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA), establishing a multi-year strategic partnership to expand skills development 2026-07-30T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#c0d99b9f-f5aa-458f-bdef-1685f35940c9;L0|#0c0d99b9f-f5aa-458f-bdef-1685f35940c9|skills development;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#e4c39f44-d1ff-4309-9847-312eaa00a0df;GP0|#6f3140d5-0d8d-4990-b076-310b97c3268c;L0|#06f3140d5-0d8d-4990-b076-310b97c3268c|training;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#8116a21d-447e-4cb0-b50d-1fbd04f4b2f0;L0|#08116a21d-447e-4cb0-b50d-1fbd04f4b2f0|EPWP;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
It’s a date for Cape Town’s iconic Festive Lights Switch-On It’s a date for Cape Town’s iconic Festive Lights Switch-On <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20lighting.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town’s flagship Festive Lights Switch-On returns to the Grand Parade this November2026-07-30T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#34f4df81-9990-40ab-8213-8383ea5bee8b;L0|#034f4df81-9990-40ab-8213-8383ea5bee8b|event;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50;L0|#03bd13869-3207-4532-9db7-a4ca95867a50|JP Smith;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#3f57ea8a-3adb-4a8f-bb3a-0a20a62c7fe9;GP0|#44d79676-3a71-4090-87a8-a1c33b594975;L0|#044d79676-3a71-4090-87a8-a1c33b594975|Festive lights concert;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Housing the City Tour goes to UitsigHousing the City Tour goes to Uitsig<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />'This week in Uitsig, residents were able to get help with housing needs applications, updates on housing projects in the area, homeownership enquiries2026-07-30T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#db3351e1-de1f-44fa-8554-673e2e4016c1;L0|#0db3351e1-de1f-44fa-8554-673e2e4016c1|Uitsig;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#a4eccbe6-2bec-49aa-ad58-8ed41a372c82;L0|#0a4eccbe6-2bec-49aa-ad58-8ed41a372c82|housing;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1501d961-f02c-416f-b5dc-f7739c1bdfed;L0|#01501d961-f02c-416f-b5dc-f7739c1bdfed|housing assistance;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City exceeds pipe replacement targets with nearly 193km of water and sewer upgradesCity exceeds pipe replacement targets with nearly 193km of water and sewer upgrades<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City's annual pipe replacement programme forms part of its long-term investment in renewing ageing infrastructure before failures occur2026-07-30T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#a60d7c6b-df1c-4242-98b8-53c2b757491e;L0|#0a60d7c6b-df1c-4242-98b8-53c2b757491e|piped water;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755;L0|#03e84e2ed-3e2d-44ae-a5b6-af54ef207755|maintenance;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#20488cb1-8d14-48ea-9843-478c39bc4bcd;L0|#020488cb1-8d14-48ea-9843-478c39bc4bcd|replacement connection;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City targets community halls for repairs as refurbishments progressCity targets community halls for repairs as refurbishments progress<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cash-And-Enquiry-Offices-Listing.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The Recreation and Parks Department is responsible for 201 Civic Centres, including Community Halls, Centres, Recreation Hubs and Multi-purpose centres around the metro.2026-07-29T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ef3b9290-4059-4d92-ab4d-fb4f550c9a51;L0|#0ef3b9290-4059-4d92-ab4d-fb4f550c9a51|Recreation and Parks Department;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#d9a39a73-0d92-4f59-b2e7-8a6d0a64e16f;L0|#0d9a39a73-0d92-4f59-b2e7-8a6d0a64e16f|upgrading and maintenance;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#a55a4ef4-5d50-4887-90da-39b16c835432;L0|#0a55a4ef4-5d50-4887-90da-39b16c835432|Community services department;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Mayor announces SA-record R12bn capital spend - Full Council Speech 30 July 2026Mayor announces SA-record R12bn capital spend - Full Council Speech 30 July 2026<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%20Competitive%20Advantage%20Factors%20Headers.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />We have set a new South African record of capital expenditure in one financial year by a city government2026-07-29T22:00:00ZGP0|#8b03f782-9eb6-455f-82e9-6429b6354cf9;L0|#08b03f782-9eb6-455f-82e9-6429b6354cf9|Speeches;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#a25dbcce-0f86-46f4-98bd-204411a5c083;L0|#0a25dbcce-0f86-46f4-98bd-204411a5c083|Council;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#191b1b12-4267-46d3-a6e7-02be3df25e7a;L0|#0191b1b12-4267-46d3-a6e7-02be3df25e7a|budget;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#fecb3a24-4da2-4469-965e-8e738db5312a;L0|#0fecb3a24-4da2-4469-965e-8e738db5312a|speech;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Cape Town Mayor announces SA-record infrastructure investmentCape Town Mayor announces SA-record infrastructure investment<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%20Competitive%20Advantage%20Factors%20Headers.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The record R12,24bn capital investment in this past financial year demonstrates what it takes to build for the future2026-07-29T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#191b1b12-4267-46d3-a6e7-02be3df25e7a;L0|#0191b1b12-4267-46d3-a6e7-02be3df25e7a|budget;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#7899f12c-89a2-4df0-96fe-b17967a5f122;L0|#07899f12c-89a2-4df0-96fe-b17967a5f122|infrastructure;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
It's official: Traffic By-Law amendments have been gazetted!It's official: Traffic By-Law amendments have been gazetted!<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Driving%20and%20vehicle%20safety%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />A reminder to the public that the amendments centre on the provisions for impounding vehicles and related penalties2026-07-29T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#5dfd7a7b-84c9-4a6d-ab55-ff5d5f7e710b;L0|#05dfd7a7b-84c9-4a6d-ab55-ff5d5f7e710b|by-law enforcement;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#d0adef9d-f144-4f18-bbf8-41abfc481b90;L0|#0d0adef9d-f144-4f18-bbf8-41abfc481b90|traffic laws;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Cape Town calls for Africa trade deal to unlock African markets for local businessesCape Town calls for Africa trade deal to unlock African markets for local businesses<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The AfCFTA has been signed by 54 African countries and brings together 55 African Union member states2026-07-29T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#5cef3550-8a32-4ff2-8bc5-7fd3bc2ba149;L0|#05cef3550-8a32-4ff2-8bc5-7fd3bc2ba149|Economic growth;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#8ae56fb4-8fb4-490b-8380-281a78ccb3c7;L0|#08ae56fb4-8fb4-490b-8380-281a78ccb3c7|Trade and industry;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Operations resume at Killarney stationOperations resume at Killarney station<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cape%20Town%e2%80%99s%20Integrated%20Development%20Plan%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />We understand how vital this route is for many commuters, and we are doing everything in our power to keep Cape Town moving. 2026-07-28T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea;L0|#0ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea|MyCiTi;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#bc46c9b5-eed2-48f6-9f73-9ee8872ac56a;L0|#0bc46c9b5-eed2-48f6-9f73-9ee8872ac56a|bus service;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#5814e7e2-776c-46f2-96bb-d8da55f26fb1;L0|#05814e7e2-776c-46f2-96bb-d8da55f26fb1|transport network;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
City invests in preserving Cape Town's history for future generationsCity invests in preserving Cape Town's history for future generations<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City has recently acquired two specialised scanners to support the digitisation programme2026-07-28T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#029fe683-1cda-4db0-b82a-bf96ce467c79;L0|#0029fe683-1cda-4db0-b82a-bf96ce467c79|Corporate services;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#6ba60a9b-9824-4c04-99d7-fb8ce8564054;L0|#06ba60a9b-9824-4c04-99d7-fb8ce8564054|digital inclusive city;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#8c9ac4c0-d991-4073-8967-1bafa0b7f5931
Helderberg Nature Reserve visitors to consider fitness, experience when choosing a hike Helderberg Nature Reserve visitors to consider fitness, experience when choosing a hike <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Dangerous%20winds%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />​The Helderberg Nature Reserve is one of Cape Town’s most popular outdoor destinations2026-07-28T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#fb55eac3-90e3-4de2-ba59-415e4a52f8c9;L0|#0fb55eac3-90e3-4de2-ba59-415e4a52f8c9|Heldeberg;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#aada57c7-1754-4faf-8fbc-e5a14ea3e826;L0|#0aada57c7-1754-4faf-8fbc-e5a14ea3e826|nature reserves;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
New permanent MyCiTi stops to be constructed in Woodstock and Hout BayNew permanent MyCiTi stops to be constructed in Woodstock and Hout Bay<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/TCT-Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The new facilities will include passenger shelters and improvements to the surrounding pedestrian infrastructure2026-07-28T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea;L0|#0ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea|MyCiTi;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#6e47938b-1e4e-4b7a-a9fc-05ebc3f2020d;L0|#06e47938b-1e4e-4b7a-a9fc-05ebc3f2020d|Woodstock;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#e938824e-250c-49c3-b7f5-3ea9336e2e9f;L0|#0e938824e-250c-49c3-b7f5-3ea9336e2e9f|Hout Bay;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
MyCiTi bus refurbishments progressing wellMyCiTi bus refurbishments progressing well<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The N2 Express carries thousands of passengers daily from Mitchells Plain and Khayelitsha to the CBD, while Atlantis buses alone clock 4 200 kilometres every five weekdays2026-07-27T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea;L0|#0ce03aded-5ee9-4610-9ef4-c0b676e202ea|MyCiTi;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#3834df70-a5cd-4352-b55e-99effedb5ae7;L0|#03834df70-a5cd-4352-b55e-99effedb5ae7|N2 Express Service;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#29e39a5a-e609-4189-a4db-9cee8a24dc95;L0|#029e39a5a-e609-4189-a4db-9cee8a24dc95|Upgrade;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Urban Outreach Concert puts Hanover Park talent in the spotlightUrban Outreach Concert puts Hanover Park talent in the spotlight<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The concert at Hanover Park's First Community Resource Centre on 11 July was the third Urban Outreach Concert presented by Artscape in partnership with the City of Cape Town.2026-07-27T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#3e26e42a-10d8-49df-ae5e-3ccf93541793;L0|#03e26e42a-10d8-49df-ae5e-3ccf93541793|Hanover Park;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#71b82f79-8c5f-45bf-8c3b-6c63ac8549be;L0|#071b82f79-8c5f-45bf-8c3b-6c63ac8549be|outreach programme;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1
Somerset West Municipal Court closed for a half day for renovations Somerset West Municipal Court closed for a half day for renovations <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/City%20news.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />The City of Cape Town wants to advise the public that the Somerset West Municipal Court will be closed to the public from 13:00 on Friday, 31 July 20262026-07-26T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#49db3c1e-03c7-4f05-aee5-458b2f3e71fe;L0|#049db3c1e-03c7-4f05-aee5-458b2f3e71fe|payment agreement;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#1fb061ec-543b-448a-b608-15a3fec7ecf2;L0|#01fb061ec-543b-448a-b608-15a3fec7ecf2|Somerset West;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb1

 

 

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Ref 1500158681 - Rezoning and permanent departuresRef 1500158681 - Rezoning and permanent departures7 August - 11 September 2026, Vasco Estate (Goodwood)<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/CityConnectHeader.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#03e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01;L0|#003e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01|Land use applications;GTSet|#a7cfb90d-44ad-4426-98ce-565f79932396;GPP|#79e6adda-2aa2-4523-bc29-296828216c938/7/2026 5:09:10 AM
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City targets community halls for repairs as refurbishments progressCity targets community halls for repairs as refurbishments progressThe Recreation and Parks Department is responsible for 201 Civic Centres, including Community Halls, Centres, Recreation Hubs and Multi-purpose centres around the metro.<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/Cash-And-Enquiry-Offices-Listing.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2026-07-29T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#ef3b9290-4059-4d92-ab4d-fb4f550c9a51;L0|#0ef3b9290-4059-4d92-ab4d-fb4f550c9a51|Recreation and Parks Department;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#d9a39a73-0d92-4f59-b2e7-8a6d0a64e16f;L0|#0d9a39a73-0d92-4f59-b2e7-8a6d0a64e16f|upgrading and maintenance;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#a55a4ef4-5d50-4887-90da-39b16c835432;L0|#0a55a4ef4-5d50-4887-90da-39b16c835432|Community services department;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb17/31/2026 7:15:39 AM
City and LGSETA sign skills partnership to expand training and opportunity City and LGSETA sign skills partnership to expand training and opportunity ​The City of Cape Town today signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA), establishing a multi-year strategic partnership to expand skills development <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/%28Treasury%29%20Policies%20and%20publications%20Header.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />2026-07-30T22:00:00ZGP0|#1d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70;L0|#01d539e44-7c8c-4646-887d-386dc1d95d70|City news;GTSet|#62efe227-07aa-45e7-944c-ceebacca891dGP0|#c0d99b9f-f5aa-458f-bdef-1685f35940c9;L0|#0c0d99b9f-f5aa-458f-bdef-1685f35940c9|skills development;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GPP|#e4c39f44-d1ff-4309-9847-312eaa00a0df;GP0|#6f3140d5-0d8d-4990-b076-310b97c3268c;L0|#06f3140d5-0d8d-4990-b076-310b97c3268c|training;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb;GP0|#8116a21d-447e-4cb0-b50d-1fbd04f4b2f0;L0|#08116a21d-447e-4cb0-b50d-1fbd04f4b2f0|EPWP;GTSet|#2e3de6c1-9951-4747-8f53-470629a399bb17/31/2026 8:07:49 AM

 

 

Ref 1500158681 - Rezoning and permanent departuresRef 1500158681 - Rezoning and permanent departures7 August - 11 September 2026, Vasco Estate (Goodwood)<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/CityConnectHeader.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#03e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01;L0|#003e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01|Land use applications;GTSet|#a7cfb90d-44ad-4426-98ce-565f79932396;GPP|#79e6adda-2aa2-4523-bc29-296828216c93
Ref 1500164700 - Permanent departures and removal of restrictive conditionsRef 1500164700 - Permanent departures and removal of restrictive conditions7 August - 21 September 2026, Oranjezicht<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/CityConnectHeader.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#03e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01;L0|#003e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01|Land use applications;GTSet|#a7cfb90d-44ad-4426-98ce-565f79932396;GPP|#79e6adda-2aa2-4523-bc29-296828216c93
Ref 1500155737 - Rezoning, permanent departures and amendment of a previous condition of approvalRef 1500155737 - Rezoning, permanent departures and amendment of a previous condition of approval7 August - 21 September 2026, Tamboerskloof<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/CityConnectHeader.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#03e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01;L0|#003e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01|Land use applications;GTSet|#a7cfb90d-44ad-4426-98ce-565f79932396;GPP|#79e6adda-2aa2-4523-bc29-296828216c93
Ref 1500163830 - Rezoning and removal of restrictive title deed conditionRef 1500163830 - Rezoning and removal of restrictive title deed condition7 August - 9 September 2026, Bene Township (Somerset West)<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/CityConnectHeader.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />GP0|#03e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01;L0|#003e6040c-6cd2-4a39-bb7a-22f89a0c8c01|Land use applications;GTSet|#a7cfb90d-44ad-4426-98ce-565f79932396;GPP|#79e6adda-2aa2-4523-bc29-296828216c93

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