Article re-cap
- The City of Cape Town has allocated R488 million for the 2026/27 financial year to improve waste management infrastructure and equipment.
- The Urban Waste Management Directorate plans an additional R1.72 billion in capital expenditure for the 2028 and 2029 financial years.
- Cape Town is prioritising sustainable practices over the next three years to enhance refuse collection, expand recycling services, and secure landfill capacity.
- The planned infrastructure improvements are designed to support service delivery for residents across the Cape Town metropolitan area.
The City of Cape Town has unveiled a budget of R488 million for the 2026/27 financial year to improve waste management equipment and infrastructure.
The Urban Waste Management Directorate is planning an additional R1.72 billion in capital expenditure for the 2028 and 2029 financial years to address the needs of a growing metropolis, according to a report by Cape Town Etc.
Alderman Grant Twigg of Mayco for Urban Waste Management said the budget represents an investment in essential services designed to keep the city clean, healthy, and operational. He stated that the city is prioritising sustainable practices over the next three years to enhance refuse collection, expand recycling services, and secure future landfill capacity.
The planned infrastructure improvements aim to support service delivery for residents across the metropolitan area. Twigg urged businesses and residents to participate in waste management initiatives, noting that responsible actions help protect communities and public resources.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Cape Town spending on waste management in 2026/27?
The City of Cape Town has allocated R488 million for the 2026/27 financial year to improve waste management equipment and infrastructure, with plans for an additional R1.72 billion in capital expenditure across 2028 and 2029.
What are the main priorities for the waste management budget?
The city is prioritising sustainable practices to enhance refuse collection, expand recycling services, and secure future landfill capacity to support service delivery across the metropolitan area including Bloubergstrand and the Western Seaboard.
Who is overseeing the waste management improvements?
Alderman Grant Twigg of Mayco for Urban Waste Management is leading the initiative. He states the budget represents an investment in essential services designed to keep the city clean, healthy, and operational.
How can residents and businesses help with waste management?
Alderman Twigg urges residents and businesses to participate in waste management initiatives, noting that responsible actions help protect communities and public resources in the wider Cape Town area.
Source: capetownetc.com
