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Entities may be accredited by the City of Cape Town to provide waste management services, including recycling, re-use, and disposal. Accreditation is granted in accordance with the City’s published guidelines and allows access to formal waste management contracts and services.
- Who it is for:
- large and small businesses, entrepreneurs, community cooperatives, and venture learnerships
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application to the City of Cape Town in line with its published guidelines for accreditation.
Communities or businesses can establish formal waste minimisation clubs under the by-law to promote waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable practices in line with the City’s environmental goals.
- Who it is for:
- communities and businesses within the City of Cape Town
- How to act on it:
- Establish a club in accordance with the provisions of the by-law and seek recognition from the City’s waste management officer.
Individuals or entities can apply to register as a waste collection and removal service provider with the City of Cape Town. This allows them to legally provide waste management services within the city, subject to compliance with the by-law and guidelines.
- Who it is for:
- individuals, businesses, entrepreneurs, community cooperatives, venture learnerships, and other entities wishing to provide waste collection and removal services
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the City of Cape Town's waste management officer according to the procedures set out in the by-law and applicable guidelines.
The City of Cape Town provides free and public access to datasets it generates, collects, or curates through its Open Data Portal. This includes data published in machine-readable formats and open standards, enabling anyone to use, share, and build upon the data for any purpose.
- Who it is for:
- any member of the public, researchers, developers, civil society, businesses, and citizens
- How to act on it:
- Visit the City of Cape Town's Open Data Portal website and browse or download available datasets
A permit allowing an individual to conduct informal trading activities in designated areas within the City of Cape Town. Applicants must meet specific criteria, including residency near the trading area or being a new entrant to the informal trading database. The permit is subject to restrictions on employment and may be granted with preference for local residents or new traders.
- Who it is for:
- informal traders or individuals wishing to become informal traders
- How to act on it:
- Apply to the City of Cape Town with proof of eligibility, including residency or new entrant status, and submit required documentation such as medical certificates or affidavits if transferring a permit.
A temporary transfer of an informal trading permit to a dependant or assistant when the permit-holder is unable to trade due to illness, pregnancy, family responsibility, religious or cultural matters, or other personal reasons for up to six months. The transfer requires a medical certificate and a written affidavit stating the nature and duration of the incapacity.
- Who it is for:
- permit-holders unable to trade for personal reasons
- How to act on it:
- Submit proof from a medical practitioner and a written affidavit to the City of Cape Town stating the reason and period of incapacity.
Employees may be provided with official accommodation by the City of Cape Town if they have a functional necessity to be located at or near their work centre, such as when no private housing exists, is unavailable, or is not permitted nearby. The allocation is based on an assessment by the Executive Director of the applicable service unit or their delegated authority.
- Who it is for:
- employees of the City of Cape Town who have functional necessity to be near their work centre
- How to act on it:
- Application through the applicable service unit, subject to assessment by the Executive Director or their delegate
Eligible households can receive relief on municipal rates, with a tariff structure based on indigent status and property type.
- Who it is for:
- households qualifying as indigent residents
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application to the City of Cape Town with proof of income and residence to be assessed for eligibility.
Households that meet the criteria may receive relief on municipal charges for rates, water, sewerage, electricity, and solid waste. This includes reduced tariffs and protection from debt collection actions if they qualify as indigent.
- Who it is for:
- households in the City of Cape Town that meet indigent criteria
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the City of Cape Town's service centres or online platforms using required documentation to prove indigency and residency.
Indigent households may receive reduced electricity tariffs and protection from disconnection due to non-payment.
- Who it is for:
- households qualifying as indigent residents
- How to act on it:
- Apply via the City of Cape Town’s official channels with proof of income and household status.
Qualifying indigent households are entitled to reduced tariffs for water and sewerage services, with limits on consumption and exemptions from arrears penalties.
- Who it is for:
- households qualifying as indigent residents
- How to act on it:
- Apply at a City of Cape Town service centre or online with supporting documents showing financial hardship.
Indigent households are entitled to free or discounted waste collection services, including access to a 240L wheelie bin.
- Who it is for:
- households qualifying as indigent residents
- How to act on it:
- Register at a City of Cape Town service point with documentation proving indigency and need for waste services.