community involvement

Ensuring a Sustainable Future: The City’s Strategic Water Maintenance Plan

The City’s Strategic Water Maintenance Plan is set to take place from September 30 to October 4, 2024, focusing on…

2 months ago

“An Inception of Growth: The Inaugural Pruning Workshop at Westridge Rose Garden”

The Westridge Rose Garden hosted its firstever mini rose pruning workshop with 26 senior citizens in attendance, offering a lecture…

2 months ago

The Invisible Guardians: Cape Town’s PBU Battles Rising Incidence of Neglected Buildings

Cape Town's Problem Building Unit (PBU) is a team dedicated to resolving neglected buildings known as "problem buildings." These buildings…

2 months ago

The Metropolis’ Battle Against Night: Championing Urban Security and Light

The city of Cape Town is dedicated to maintaining over 245,000 streetlights and ensuring urban security through its municipal services'…

3 months ago

Curtailing Electricity Theft and Vandalism: A City’s Struggle

Electricity theft and vandalism is a major problem in some areas of the city, including Mitchells Plain and Area South.…

3 months ago

Unleashing Ownership Opportunities: The Revolutionary Influence of Human Settlements Title Deeds Initiative

The Human Settlements title deeds initiative in Cape Town distributed 2,000 title deeds to qualifying beneficiaries between June and July…

3 months ago

“Running with Heart: The Tale of Run for the Dogs Movement”

Run for the Dogs is a community initiative that encourages people to join a run to help rescue dogs find…

4 months ago

The Power of Transformation: The Impact of Sports on Kensington Streets

Sports are transforming young men's lives in Kensington, South Africa, with the Kensington Community Policing Forum using team spirit and…

5 months ago

A Vigorous Pursuit: City’s Resolve to Support Shelters

The city of Cape Town is providing R157,000 in aid to twelve city shelters, collaborating with the provincial Department of…

5 months ago

Cityscape Transformation in Cape Town: The Human-Focused Approach to Mobility

Cape Town is transforming its cityscape to prioritize nonmotorized transport such as bicycles and pedestrians. The Urban Mobility Directorate has…

7 months ago

Cape Town’s Proactive Approach: Addressing Global Environmental Issues

Cape Town is taking a proactive approach to combat global environmental issues by initiating community involvement during International Compost Awareness…

7 months ago

Earth Day: A Celebration of Environmental Knowledge and Progress

The Recreation and Parks Department of Cape Town celebrated Earth Day with a community event that included educational activities like…

7 months ago

Strandfontein Coastal Development: Pioneering Urban Development with Environmental Considerations

The Strandfontein Coastal Development is a project by the City of Cape Town to transform an underutilized coastal region into…

8 months ago

Cape Town’s Inspirational Strategy for Global Recycling Day: Prioritizing Education and Community Involvement

Cape Town celebrated Global Recycling Day in 2024 with a unique strategy focused on education and community involvement. The day…

8 months ago

Operation Shanela: A Decisive Blow to Criminal Activities in Northern Cape

The South African Police Service launched Operation Shanela to combat criminal activities in the Northern Cape Province, resulting in the…

8 months ago

Beacon Valley Rejuvenation: A Chronicle of Revolution and Creativity

A new project called Beacon Valley Rejuvenation is upgrading infrastructure in Cape Town's Area South with a R68.5 million investment.…

9 months ago