As temperatures drop and the rains return, winter in Cape Town brings with it both seasonal challenges and the opportunity for communities to come together. For residents and businesses, preparation is key to ensuring safety and continuity. At the same time, the City of Cape Town is stepping up support for our most vulnerable residents through its strengthened Winter Readiness Programme.
This season, we share practical tips on how to prepare your property for winter, and we highlight the ways the City is working with shelters and non-profit organisations to offer care and dignity to those most in need.
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NOTICE OF EXTENSION: DRAFT BUDGET 2025/26 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PERIOD
Following thorough consideration of all inputs received, the City has proposed several key amendments. Interested parties may view the draft budget in full and comment on the amendments between 28 May and 13 June 2025. Should any comments made during the initial public participation period not have been addressed, you are welcome to comment again. Please visit www.capetown.gov.za for the full amended draft budget documents and any supporting material. The residential calculator has also been updated to reflect the proposed amendments.
A budget of R84,1 billion will be spent in the metropolitan area to ensure that services are maintained, improved and expanded, that capital projects are rolled out and that the IDP is implemented.
Budget Summary & Documentation
The City of Cape Town’s budget reflects its key policy decisions and priorities, determines rates increases and indicates where money will be spent on programmes and services. View the full Draft Budget 2025/26 with associated documentation on the City’s website. For a summary of the budget, see the presentation and the advert (English | Afrikaans | isiXhosa).
The documents can also be accessed on the City website from 28 March 2025 at www.capetown.gov.za/budget.
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Request for Proposals: CCTV Project – Installation Of Additional CCTV Cameras and Wifi Network Upgrades
Wynberg Improvement District (WID) invites prospective Service Providers to express their interest in the CCTV Project – Installation of Additional CCTV Cameras and WiFi Network upgrades:
Interested Service Providers may apply to this notice by emailing info@wynbergid.co.za no later than 21 March 2025.
Upon receipt of application, WID will provide a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), which must be signed and returned via email before the formal Request for Proposal (RFP) documents will be released to the Service Provider in question.
For further inquiries, please contact 021 565 0901 during office hours.
Wynberg Improvement District reserves the right to accept or reject any expression of interest.
Welcome to 2025: Strengthening Our City Improvement Districts
As we settle into 2025, we reaffirm our commitment to maintaining safe, clean and thriving business districts through the dedicated work of our City Improvement District (CID). As a CID, our mandate focuses on improving public spaces through cleansing, infrastructure maintenance and environmental initiatives, supporting local businesses and ensuring urban safety, in collaboration with the City of Cape Town.
For more on the role of the City Improvement Districts, read our FAQs.
As we move through the peak of summer – characterised by high temperatures and strong winds in the Cape – we focus on essential seasonal safety topics, including fire prevention, urban wildlife awareness and heatwave precautions.
And, we share a recent urban upliftment project for WID.
As 2024 draws to a close, the Wynberg Improvement District celebrates a year of notable achievements in making Wynberg a cleaner, safer and more vibrant community. And, we share our festive season safety tips for businesses and all those going on holiday this season. Finally, we have some important reminders from our Wynberg Improvement District Board and a notice regarding the Community WhatsApp Groups.
2024 in review – efficient service delivery in urban cleaning.
Urban Cleaning Success
This year, our urban cleaning and management efforts have continued to be a priority across our City Improvement District. Thanks to the tireless work of our team, our streets and public spaces remain clean and well maintained. Improved waste management, rapid response to urban defects, and efficient service delivery have all contributed to creating a cleaner environment for residents and businesses.
Looking Ahead
“Despite a tough economic climate, rising costs and ongoing service delivery challenges, we’ve stayed focused on delivering high-quality services,” says Gene Lohrentz, Managing Director of Geocentric Urban Management. “The achievements in urban cleaning and continual focus on crime prevention in deploying ever more safety officers this year are a testament to this commitment. We’re eager to continue this momentum into 2025.”
Geocentric, a partner in managing CIDs for 15 years, proudly oversees 13 of the 54 City Improvement Districts (CIDs).
The WID Board and Geocentric management team are dedicated to innovative and effective approaches to service delivery, ensuring Woodstock remains a thriving, inclusive community for all. Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership in these endeavours. Here’s to a safe, clean and prosperous 2025!
Improving Accessibility and Active Mobility: Open for Comment
The City of Cape Town continues its commitment to building a more inclusive and sustainable transport system with two key initiatives: the Draft Universal Access Policy and the Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy. The Universal Access Policy focuses on addressing barriers faced by people with disabilities, the elderly, children, female passengers and others with specific needs, aiming to create transport infrastructure and services that enable independent travel for all.
Complementing this, the Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy repositions walking and cycling as primary, safe and sustainable modes of transport. By shifting from the term “non-motorised transport” to “active mobility,” this strategy emphasises human-powered travel and updates previous plans, such as the 2016 Cycle Strategy. Both initiatives align with the City’s Integrated Development Plan, Comprehensive Integrated Transport Plan, and Climate Change Strategy, highlighting a vision for Cape Town as a people-centric city with equitable access to opportunities.
Public input on these drafts is invited until 13 December 2024 for the Universal Access Policy and 14 December 2024 for the Walking and Cycling Strategy. Comments can be submitted online at www.capetown.gov.za/haveyoursay, via email at UrbanMobility.CT@capetown.gov.za (references 110242504 and 110242503, respectively), or in writing at local subcouncil offices and libraries.
Stay Safe This Festive Season: Essential Tips for Business Owners in Cape Town
As the festive season approaches, it’s crucial for business owners to be proactive in safeguarding their assets, employees and property. With the influx of visitors to Cape Town and an uptick in crime and fire hazards, the holiday period can present unique risks. Ensuring your business is prepared will help prevent incidents that could disrupt your operations and damage your reputation.
Protect Your Business and Property
Security is paramount during the busy holiday season. Here are key tips to secure your premises:
Maintain your security systems: Ensure gates, locks, security lights, alarm systems and cameras are in good working order. Regularly test alarm systems and surveillance equipment to prevent malfunction during peak times.
Install and maintain adequate lighting: Exterior lighting serves both as a deterrent to criminals and essential for the detection of a potential intruder by security. Connecting outdoor lights to timers and motion sensors can also help you save on your power bill.
Hire professional security: Invest in reputable security services or armed response teams. Being part of a local neighbourhood watch group or staying connected with your area’s WhatsApp groups can help you stay informed about security incidents nearby.
Fire safety: Regularly check your fire extinguishers and train staff on fire safety procedures. Make sure your fire alarm system is operational and plan regular fire drills. Keep flammable materials stored safely and ensure electrical systems are maintained to reduce the risk of fires.
Retail and Business Operations
The holiday season often brings increased foot traffic to businesses. Here’s how to keep your store safe:
Panic buttons and surveillance: Position static panic buttons in strategic areas such as cash offices and storerooms. Install and maintain security cameras to eliminate blind spots.
Observe opening and closing hours: Be especially vigilant during opening and closing hours, as these are prime times for opportunistic crime.
Cash deposits: Avoid predictability when making cash deposits. Vary the days, times and locations to reduce the risk of criminal activity targeting your business.
Secure your property: Ensure that all access points are secure, including all security gates, roller shutters, doors, windows, security bars and locks, and do a complete perimeter check that these are in working condition and properly locked when you leave the premises.
Employee and Customer Safety
Employee verification: Always verify new staff with proper identification, proof of residence and references from previous employers.
Monitor stock and cash: Regularly check inventory, equipment and cash floats to ensure there is no theft or mismanagement.
Train staff in emergency procedures: Ensure your staff knows how to act in case of an emergency—whether it’s a robbery, fire or medical situation.
As a business owner, you and your employees may be commuting more often during the holidays. Here are key road safety reminders:
Vehicle checks: Ensure vehicles are regularly serviced and equipped with essentials such as a spare tyre, jack and emergency warning triangle.
Be cautious on the roads: Be aware of the higher risk of intoxicated drivers during the festive period. Always keep your phone charged in case of emergencies, and take regular breaks during long drives.
In addition to securing your business, it’s essential to stay vigilant against road crime and ATM theft:
Prevent road crime: Remain aware of your surroundings, especially when stopped at traffic lights or in unfamiliar areas. Keep valuables out of sight, and lock your doors when driving.
ATM safety: Only use ATMs in well-lit, secure locations. Be cautious and aware of anyone loitering nearby, and never share your pin with anyone, even if they appear to be an official.
Emergency Contact Details
It’s always a good idea to keep emergency numbers on hand in case of any incidents:
SAPS (South African Police Service): 10111
CID Security (Geocentric 24-hour control room): Call 021 565 0900 (for Public Safety Emergencies)
City of Cape Town Disaster Management: 107 / 021 480 7700
Metro Police & Traffic: 0860 765 423
Community WhatsApp Group: Stay connected to the local WhatsApp group for real-time updates on emergencies and security alerts. Important information regarding the WID WhatsApp Groups below.
Reminder to ALL WID property owners from the Board
On 1 September 2024 the Wynberg Improvement District’s boundary officially grew to include 19 additional streets in Wynberg plus a short section of Constantia Main Road. With the influx of approx 700 new property owners added to the Wynberg Improvement District, we would like to take this opportunity to remind all WID property owners of the following:
Rubbish Bins
Please do not place your rubbish bin out until the morning of your collection. Rubbish bins are a magnet for drawing individuals into the neighbourhood overnight and create a circumstance that puts vehicles parked on the road overnight at risk and increases the potential for opportunistic crime. Bins can be used to access your property as well. Please do your part to mitigate potential opportunistic crime in the Wynberg area.
If you see that something requires City of Cape Town services, please log a C3 yourself via 0214807700 or by going onto the CoCT website at www.capetown.gov.za.
Search on a word that fits your issue – ie pothole
Use the dropdown menus to further identify the issue
Write a description of the problem. Be very explicit about the issue and location. Please include the street name and suburb.
If you have a photo, it must be less than 2 MB. You can crop it using your phone and that will generally reduce the size. If it is the proper size for uploading, upload it.
Provide your contact details and choose whether you would like to be notified of status via email or sms.
You will receive a reference number, please keep this for followup.
If you have logged a request via the website you should receive notification regarding status. When the issue has been addressed it will be marked as closed.
If your issue is not addressed within 7 days, please provide it to the WID manager for followup.
WID Community WhatsApp Group – Important Notice from the Board
Dear WID Property Owners,
Please be aware of some changes that have taken place with regard to the WID related WhatsApp groups monitored by the WID Control Room and various WID management personnel. There are now 2 different groups covering properties within the WID area:
WID Business: for business owners in the WID area
WID Residential: for residential property owners in the WID area
This change will make the management of concerns and dispatching of public safety patrol officers in the WID area less cumbersome, as currently the Control Room must monitor several groups at once, with various overlapping spaces.
If you are a property owner in the WID, please fill out the form on the link below to be added to the appropriate group.
Please note: All information will be kept confidential and only used for the purposes of WID related business. All WID associated personnel (admins, management and board members) are bound by the POPI Act.
Thank you for your patience in our transition to a more efficient system for the control room, public safety officers and property owners.
24 HR Control Room 021 565 0900 – Geocentric CID Community
Group Description: This is a group for emergency communication to the WID Control Room only.
Group Protocols:
No chatting Please do not reply to messages unless relevant to the emergency in progress. All unnecessary chat messages will be deleted.
The WID mandate is public space only. Security matters on private premises call your security company or SAPS at 10111.
Re Service Requests. The WID officers will identify and report issues in the public space that require attention. As active citizens you are requested to log your own service requests when you notice issues in your immediate area by calling 0214807700 or under ‘Create a Service Request’ (AKA C3) at www.capetown.gov.za please be sure to document the reference number given.
Unresolved service requests may be sent to Cllr Langenhoven after 24 hours (in the case of Electric or Water issues) or WID re street lights, potholes, etc after 3 days.
Except for the Control Room, and Board member Nancy Krisch, Admins on this group are Geocentric Mgmt following what is taking place in Wynberg Please do not write to any of these admins privately
No photos of faces may be posted on this group. It is against the rights of the individual. You may share photographs or video footage of concern with WID Mgmt or Board member Nancy Krisch.
Cases must be opened at SAPS If you have been victimised or your property has been maliciously damaged you must open a case with SAPS.
You may write to WID Mgmt at info@wynbergid.co.za
As we close out the year, let’s work together to ensure a safe and secure environment for businesses, employees and customers. Prioritising these safety measures will help you protect your business and create a positive, secure atmosphere for all who visit or work in the city.
Stay vigilant, stay prepared, and here’s to a safe and prosperous festive season!
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As the year progresses, we invite all stakeholders to join us for Wynberg Improvement District’s Annual General Meeting (AGM 2024). This is a vital opportunity to reflect on our achievements over the past year and begin planning for 2025/26. Details below.
This year, we have worked on revising our Frequently Asked Questions with the City, revisiting the official definitions of a City Improvement District to create a better understanding of the CIDs and how we work.
Read on for more.
Save the Date!
We are excited to announce that AGM 2024 is just around the corner. All stakeholders are welcome to participate as we review our progress and set the direction for the year ahead.
Please note: Resolutions presented at the AGM can only be voted on by bonafide members. All non-members wishing to take part must be registered before Thursday, 3 October.
AGM Details
Date: Monday, 14 October 2024 Time: 10:00 Venue: Methodist Church, 72 Church Street, Wynberg, 7800
We’ve recently updated our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section, providing a detailed overview of City Improvement Districts (CIDs) in the City of Cape Town. This update covers how CIDs are formed, their regulatory framework, the benefits they offer property owners, and the types of services they provide. Additionally, it explains the different types of CIDs and the process for establishing one.
Do Property Owners Have a Say? Yes, all property owners can participate, but only registered members can vote at meetings like the AGM. Membership is required to have a vote.
Can my CID additional rates be spent anywhere in the City? No, it is ring-fenced to be ploughed back exclusively into the CID
We’re excited to announce the return of De Wet Beck to our Wynberg ID management team. Joining him this year are Rimone Thomas and longstanding CID manager Lennox Leyile, both committed to enhancing the safety and development of Wynberg.
You can contact them directly on the following details:
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Winter in Cape Town is a time in which poverty and homelessness become heightened social issues, because of the extremely harsh weather conditions. At the same time, the annual Mandela Day initiative coincides, taking place this 18 July, helping to bring hope and support to vulnerable communities.
Indigent people in South Africa are an inherent part of the cityscape, with hundreds of thousands of people homeless and living on the streets.
It is well-known that cash handouts are not a good solution for supporting people living on the streets – as these often serve to fuel the problem by funding addiction and other negative or self-perpetuating behaviour.
However, most of us would like to help in some way to combat poverty and inequality. For this reason, it’s important to work with known NGOs, nonprofits or charities, who have built social infrastructures and relationships that have longevity.
Mould, Empower, Serve – how the City Improvement Districts are working with MES
MES Cape Town is a key partner in the mission to sustainably rehome the homeless across various City Improvement Districts. Their extensive network of outreach and social relief programs provides the vital reach and resources our CID needs. Additionally, their responsive help desk is always available to assist with the immediate and short-term needs of the homeless and unemployed community.
We work closely with MES to identify individuals for casual labour on specific projects. Their team actively scouts promising candidates, placing them with us each week on a probationary basis as one of our on-the-ground workers, fondly known as our “Green Ants”. For those who show dedication, we offer pathways for them to become supervisors and advance their training, making them valuable members of our workforce in a way that allows us to support their growth.
To ensure the funds generated through our partnership are used effectively, we pay stipends directly to MES, which helps cover their living expenses sustainably throughout their stay.
Winter Hope 2024
MES is running a WinterHope campaign until the end of July, in a mission to spread hope and warmth this winter, by gathering essential items such as warm clothing, blankets, and nourishing food supplies.
Visit MES @mouldempowerserve on Facebook, or @mesorgsa on Instagram, to see causes near you to support this winter.
At the WID Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 16 October 2023 the Members of the WID approved an amended business plan in support of the proposed boundary expansion, as required in terms of section 26(2)(b) of the City of Cape Town: City Improvement District By-law, 2023 (the “By-law”).
In terms of section 26(2)(f)(i) of the By-law, the AGM resolution referred to in paragraph 1 above (attached as Annexure A) is available on the WID website,
The proposed boundary expansion will include properties in the area. A map depicting these geographical boundaries is attached hereto as Annexure B.
In terms of section 26(2)(f)(ii) of the By-law, Additional Rate Payers (ARPs) in the WID were informed of their right to submit a written objection to the proposed expansion of the WID.
The WID is a Mixed-Use Improvement District with a rates base value consisting of less than 40% of residential property, in terms of section 26(2)(f)(iii) of the By-law, Council may approve the amendment if written objections are not received from at least, 50% plus 1 of ARPs of the WID.
In terms of section 26(2)(g) of the By-law, Following the public meetings held on the 16 November 2023 and 22 May 2024 the local community, ARPs and proposed ARPs were provided with a 30-day period to submit comments on the amended business plan. No comments were received.
The Application to amend the WID geographical boundary will now be submitted to Council for consideration.
KENNISGEWING VANAANSOEK OM DIE VOORGESTELDE GRENSUITBREIDING VAN DIE WYNBERG-VERBETERINGSDISTRIK (WID)
By die WID se algemene jaarvergadering gehou op 16 Oktober 2023 het die lede van die WID ’n gewysigde sakeplan ten gunste van die voorgestelde grensuitbreiding goedgekeur, soos vereis ingevolge artikel 26(2)(b) van die Stad Kaapstad: Verordening op Stadsverbeteringsdistrikte, 2023 (die “Verordening”).
Ingevolge artikel 26(2)(f)(i) van die Verordening is die besluit waarna in paragraaf 1 hier bo verwys word op die WID-webwerf beskikbaar (aangeheg as bylae A).
Die voorgestelde grensuitbreiding sal eiendomme in die gebied insluit. ’n Kaart wat hierdie geografiese grense uitbeeld is aangeheg as bylae B. Ingevolge artikel 26(2)(f)(ii) van die Verordening is betalers van addisionele belasting (ARP’s) in die WID ingelig oor hul reg om skriftelik beswaar teen die voorgestelde uitbreiding van die WID aan te teken.
Die WID is ’n gemengdegebruikverbeteringsdistrik met ’n eiendomsbelastingbasiswaarde wat uit minder as 40% residensiële eiendom bestaan, en ingevolge artikel 26(2)(f)(iii) van die Verordening, kan die Raad die wysiging goedkeur tensy skriftelike besware van minstens 50% plus 1 van die ARP’s van die WID ontvang word.
Ingevolge artikel 26(2)(g) van die Verordening, na die hou van openbare vergaderings op 16 November 2023 en 22 Mei 2024, is die plaaslike gemeenskap, ARP’s en voorgestelde ARP’s ’n 30-dae-tydperk gebied om kommentaar oor die gewysigde sakeplan in te dien. Geen kommentaar is ontvang nie.
Die aansoek om die WID se geografiese grens te wysig, word nou vir oorweging aan die Raad voorgelê.
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Our Wynberg team have been busy as always and we have an update from our managers to share regarding our new law enforcement officers in the area and other positive developments.
As we head into the colder months, we’re preparing you with some winter readiness tips to keep both yourself and your property safe. Additionally, we share some tips on keeping your wheelie bin safe so that you know it’ll always find its way back home.
Lastly, the proposal for the expansion of the Wynberg Improvement District is underway. Read more below.
On-the-ground Report from our CID Managers
Recently, we have seen the introduction of 16 Law Enforcement Officers being deployed into the Wynberg CBD.
These officers will be patrolling the CBD and policing a range of City By-Law infractions.
We thank the Mayor, Ald. Geordin Hill-Lewis, and Ald. JP Smith for their efforts in getting this deployment into Wynberg and trust that residents will give them a warm welcome.
We have seen the following results thus far:
Two arrests:
Undocumented Person (Contravention of Immigrants Act)
Possession of suspected stolen goods
5 different aspects were tackled under the following groupings:
The Traffic Department running a Vehicle Control Point (VCP) on both Brody Road and Main Road.
Foot patrols through the area in two groups.
Inspecting the current tented camps in the Wynberg area, led by Inspector Ras.
Roving patrols, led by Inspector Siyo, where Metro Police and Law Enforcement stopped and searched people.
Foot Patrol with Alderman JP Smith, to introduce him to the problems encountered in the Wynberg Improvement District area, including the difficulties faced with the subways and drug-related issues.
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