Oliver Cowan – 13 February 2024 Two of the most significant existential crises facing humanity today are climate change and biodiversity loss. South Africa has made commitments to redress both, but are they compatible and how can we best ensure one does not come at the expense of the other? South Africa is one of…
Obs based DAG partners with the City to subsidise ‘backyard’ house building
The City of Cape Town is to launch an innovative low-cost housing solution that will subsidise the private construction of rental accommodation in the City’s most affordable formal areas. The innovation is aimed at “micro-developers” and will include people with sufficient space on their own land to construct backyard accommodation that complies with city regulations….
Ignoring Biowatch denies people justice
Mail & Guardian – 12 Jan 2024 Sello Ivan Phahle Sello (Ivan Phahle is a legal adviser and analyst) Lower courts are failing to apply the principle in awarding costs, which mars constitutional integrity In the tapestry of South Africa’s constitutional framework, the right of access to the courts is a fundamental pillar of our…
24 artworks by Banksy: The Visionary of Street Art
I. Unmasking the Enigma: A Deep Dive into Banksy’s Street Art Revolution In the dynamic world of street art, few names are as resonant or as enigmatic as Banksy. A spectral figure whose identity remains shrouded in mystery, Banksy is a paradox of fame and anonymity, a revolutionary whose works have transformed public spaces and…
The Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle
The Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer (#PSHB) beetle continues to spread in Newlands, Rondebosch, Mowbray, Claremont, Kenilworth, and Observatory along the Liesbeek River. ✍️The City of Cape Town Invasive Species team hosts free training sessions where you’ll learn the signs of infestation, how to handle an infestation safely, and what trees make ideal replacements. 🗓️ The…
African Union Summit
The 36th African Union Summit just kicked off in Ethiopia. We need to make sure they don’t ignore one of the biggest issues threatening our continent – plastic. We have created a video with a powerful message, urging leaders to rally around a strong Global Plastics Treaty – which some of them already have. Everyone…
Applications for arts and culture funding now open
Dear Colleagues, The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS) has announced the opening of online applications for arts and culture funding support. Funding applications are open to registered arts and culture organisations and institutions, artist groups, individuals involved in artistic expressions and arts and culture events companies. Through this funding, DCAS is committed to…
WARD ALLOCATIONS – CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Good day All Please find attached Wish list notice and template for your information and compliance. The Subcouncil has commenced with the public consultation process for input into the Ward Allocation Budget for Financial year 2025/26. We would like to invite your organisation to submit proposals in compliance with the requirements specified in the attached Wish list notice. The…
The city is calling for your comments on:
Comment on the 2022-23 annual reports 1 February – 1 March 2024 Comment on the draft contract relating to Dial-a-Ride public transport services 26 January – 25 February 2024 Comment on the proposed change to the method of delivery of notifications for certain applications in terms of the City’s Municipal Planning By-Law (MPBL) 22 January…
Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa
Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa, Cape Town 2024 26th – 28th April 2024 Cape Town International Convention Centre SEE MORE HERE