Cape Town removes alien vegetation in catchment areas, yields water supply
Clearing invasive plants complements larger projects under the New Water Programme. This majorly includes groundwater abstraction and managed aquifer recharge.
Cape Town kicks off co-design phase workshop at Bellville Civic Centre
Elsieskraal River originates in the Tygerberg Hills west of Durbanville. It passes through culverts beneath the N1 freeway beyond Voortrekker Road and the channel runs through a canal for approximately 13km…
Cape Town invests in new water infrastructure to improve supply in Macassar
The water pipe replacement project in Macassar started in October 2025 and is scheduled to be completed in March 2026. Some 100m of 50mm diameter fibre cement pipes will be…
Cape Town supports Catchment Management Forums to protect rivers and urban waterways
Each catchment faces its own pressures, but with the support of established CMFs, they believe practical, workable solutions are possible. The team encourage residents to get involved in their local CMFs and be part of…
Capetonians to face water supply disruptions in some prominent areas
This work forms part of the Water and Sanitation Directorate’s proactive infrastructure maintenance and upgrade programme. It ensures the future continuity of water supply by addressing the issue of unaccounted-for water.
Vygekraal Catchment Management Forum drives community action to restore urban waterways in Cape Town
The Vygekraal sub-catchment spans several key waterways and communities. The Bloemvlei Canal flows through Hanover Park, Penlyn Estate and Rylands; the Bokmakierie Canal runs through Hazendal, Athlone and Bokmakierie; and the Vygekraal River passes through Gugulethu, Manenberg and Bridgetown.
Cape Town hosts PWSC for knowledge exchange at Zandvliet Wastewater Treatment Works
Zandvliet WWTW played a strategic role in the City’s New Water Programme, particularly in advancing water reuse initiatives. High-quality treated effluent from the facility will be conveyed to the future Faure…
Cape Town aims to reduce river pollution, partners with community-based organisations
The second round of funding is doubling the number of organisations, which supported since the launch of the programme in 2024-25. This year, a stronger focus was placed on practical,…
Cape Town to observe SWAN workshop, will transform Africa’s water future
Smart Water Network Forum is a leading global non-profit and membership-based organisation, which brings together water utilities, industry experts, and innovative solution suppliers to unlock digital transformation by promoting and…