environment
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Muizenberg Park receives major funding to restore endangered fynbos
Friends of Muizenberg Park has secured vital funding to complete its endangered fynbos restoration project and expand urban conservation efforts.
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Vandalism damages new Princess Vlei trail weeks after opening
Vandals damaged the new Princess Vlei trail weeks after it opened. The City has increased patrols and is urging residents to report suspicious activity.
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City acknowledges UCT study that finds pharmaceuticals, pesticides and metals in False Bay
UCT researchers found pharmaceuticals, pesticides and metals in False Bay waters and sediments, highlighting pollution concerns.
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Subcouncil submits motion for eco-village in Philippi
Mitchells Plain’s Subcouncil 17 proposes an eco-village at Oasis Farm in the ecologically sensitive Philippi Horticultural Area.
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Community-led Muizenberg Park restoration reaches final stretch
Muizenberg Park’s wetland restoration is nearing completion as volunteers restore endangered fynbos and revive biodiversity.
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Robben Island clean-up effort sees 200 volunteers unite for conservation
More than 200 volunteers rolled up their sleeves for a major clean-up effort on Robben Island, marking Human Rights Day (21 March) with meaningful action.
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R434 million investment launches state-of-the-art recycling plant in Coastal Park
Cape Town opens R434 million Coastal Park recycling facility in Muizenberg, creating 160 jobs and processing 65 tonnes daily.
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Zeekoevlei remains closed due to dangerous toxin levels
Zeekoevlei closed since 2024 due to dangerous toxin levels. R100+ million dredging project underway but reopening timeline uncertain.
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City defends marine outfalls as ActionSA appeal nears ruling
Cape Town’s marine sewage outfalls dispute reaches independent appeals panel, expected to rule on ActionSA’s challenge to the City’s licensing practices.
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Water security: Cape Town approves R5bn public-private partnership
Cape Town City Council approves R5bn public-private partnership for water security projects to secure additional supply beyond 2030.
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