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Winter Readiness, Infrastructure Awareness and Community Updates
As the colder months settle in across Cape Town, winter brings with it a range of seasonal challenges for businesses, property owners and the broader community. Heavy rainfall, flooding, sewer blockages, reduced visibility and storm damage can all impact the safe functioning of our public spaces and neighbourhoods.
This month, we share practical winter readiness tips to help businesses and residents prepare their properties and stay safe during the rainy season. We also highlight the importance of preventing illegal gutter connections, which can contribute to sewer overflows during periods of heavy rain.
The City of Cape Town has also launched a new Safety and Security App to log emergency incidents.
In addition, we share information from the City’s Investment Facilitation Branch (IFB), which continues to support economic growth and investment across the city by assisting businesses and facilitating development opportunities.
Read on for more.
Have Your Say on Cape Town’s Spatial Future
The City of Cape Town is inviting residents, property owners and interested stakeholders to register for updates and participate in the review of the Municipal Spatial Development Framework and District Plans. This process will help guide future development, land use and environmental planning across the city. Register to participate between 25 May and 25 July 2026 at www.capetown.gov.za/haveyoursay.
Winter Readiness: Preparing Properties and Public Spaces
Each year, our City Improvement District teams work closely with the City of Cape Town and local stakeholders to support winter preparedness efforts across our districts. This includes reporting infrastructure faults, monitoring stormwater systems, assisting with urban cleaning initiatives and helping to identify public safety concerns before severe winter weather sets in.
What you can do to prepare for Winter
Businesses, property owners and residents also play an important role in helping reduce winter-related risks.
Property and Workplace Safety
Vehicle and Road Safety
Pedestrian Safety
Reporting Infrastructure and Weather-related Issues
Residents and businesses are encouraged to report infrastructure faults and service issues to the City of Cape Town as early as possible.
This includes:
Service requests can be logged via the City’s online service request platform or through the City Call Centre on 0860 103 089.
For life-threatening emergencies, contact 107 from a landline or 021 480 7700 from a cellphone.
For public safety emergencies within the PEICID area, residents and businesses can also contact our 24-hour control room.
New Safety & Security City of Cape Town App
The City of Cape Town has launched a new app that allows residents to log emergency incidents directly with the Public Emergency Communication Centre (PECC) without needing to speak to a call taker. Residents and businesses are encouraged to download the app, register and familiarise themselves with the platform before an emergency occurs.
Illegal Gutter Connections Can Lead to Sewer Overflows This Winter
As winter rainfall increases across Cape Town, illegal gutter-to-sewer connections can place significant strain on the sewer system and contribute to sewer overflows, flooding and environmental pollution.
Many properties incorrectly channel rainwater from roofs and gutters into the sewer system instead of stormwater infrastructure. During periods of heavy rain, this excess water overloads sewer pipes, increasing the risk of blockages, spills and damage to both public and private infrastructure.
Property owners are encouraged to ensure that:
Preventing illegal gutter connections helps protect infrastructure, reduces environmental contamination and supports safer, cleaner public spaces during winter.
Residents and businesses who notice sewer overflows or blocked drains are encouraged to report these issues to the City as soon as possible.
Supporting Local Business Through the City’s Investment Facilitation Branch
The City of Cape Town’s Investment Facilitation Branch (IFB) continues to support economic growth by helping businesses navigate municipal processes and unlock investment opportunities across the city.
Cape Town is open for investment – and the City is here to help.
The City of Cape Town’s Investment Facilitation Branch offers a full suite of services to support businesses establishing or expanding operations across the metro:
Whether you are a small enterprise or a large corporation, the Branch has the expertise and the mandate to help you navigate City processes and unlock the support your business deserves.
To find out more, visit www.investcapetown.com or contact 021 444 2830.
Working Together Through Winter
Winter places additional pressure on infrastructure, public spaces and emergency services across the city. Through ongoing collaboration between residents, businesses, the City of Cape Town and local City Improvement Districts, we can help reduce risks, improve responsiveness and support safer, cleaner and more resilient neighbourhoods throughout the season.
Thank you to all businesses, residents and urban management partners who continue to play a role in maintaining and supporting our districts during the winter months.
Late Summer Readiness – Fire Safety, Water Use and Heat Awareness
Late summer in Cape Town brings hot temperatures, strong winds and dry conditions. These months place increased pressure on our environment, infrastructure and communities.
This year, fire season remains at its peak, the City has urged reduced water consumption due to low dam levels and below-average rainfall predictions, and heatwave warnings have also been issued.
Preparedness is not about alarm – it is about awareness and shared responsibility. As always, PEICID remains available for matters relating to public safety and urban maintenance, so please always report any relevant incidents.
Read morePEICID 2025 Year-End Review & Festive Season Safety Tips
As the year draws to a close, PEICID looks back on twelve months of sustained progress in keeping Parow East cleaner, safer and more resilient. From public safety patrols to urban cleaning and rapid response to service requests, our team has remained focused on delivering the services that help businesses operate with confidence.
This year’s statistics, illustrated in the infographics below, highlight the day-to-day work that keeps our district running smoothly. Whether attending to service requests, responding to public safety incidents, clearing illegal dumping or maintaining public spaces, the CID continues to provide consistent, on-the-ground support for the precinct.
Public Safety & Security
Our public safety team continues to play a vital role in maintaining a safe and responsive environment. Regular vehicle and foot patrols, proactive engagement with the public, the recovery of stolen goods, and coordinated responses to incidents are all part of our commitment to crime prevention.
The festive season often brings increased movement, higher visitor numbers and a rise in opportunistic crime, making the presence of the CID’s public safety officers even more essential at this time of year.
Urban Cleaning & Management
Across Parow East, our cleaning and maintenance teams have worked throughout the year to keep streets, verges and public spaces clean and well managed. Activities such as removing litter, clearing illegal dumping, attending to urban defects, servicing public bins and keeping stormwater infrastructure clear have all contributed to creating a more inviting environment for workers, visitors and businesses.
These ongoing operations ensure that the district remains functional and well maintained despite seasonal changes, heavy usage and broader service delivery pressures.
Looking Ahead to 2026
Cape Town continues to experience strong growth, driven in part by ongoing semigration as more people and businesses relocate to the city. This shift brings both opportunity and increased pressure on urban environments, making the role of CIDs more important than ever. Against this backdrop, our focus remains on delivering reliable, high-quality public safety and urban cleaning services that support a well-managed and resilient district.
As Gene Lohrentz, Managing Director of Geocentric Urban Management, notes:
“Throughout the year, we have kept our focus on delivering consistent and effective public safety and urban cleaning services. The continued progress in these areas reflects the dedication of our teams. We look forward to building on this momentum as we move into 2026.”
Geocentric, now in its sixteenth year of partnership with City Improvement Districts, proudly oversees 14 of Cape Town’s 54 CIDs. Our commitment remains centred on strengthening service delivery, supporting business growth and ensuring that each district remains a thriving, welcoming space.
Festive Season Safety Tips
As the holidays approach, it is important for businesses to remain vigilant. The festive season typically brings increased foot traffic, higher crime risks and a heightened chance of fire incidents. The following tips can help safeguard your property, staff and operations.
Protect Your Business & Property
Test alarms, CCTV cameras, access control systems, security lighting and gate mechanisms to ensure they are fully functional.
Well-lit areas act as a deterrent and support visibility for security personnel. Consider using timers and motion sensors to improve efficiency.
Invest in reputable security or armed response services, and stay connected to community information channels such as WhatsApp groups or neighbourhood watch networks.
Check fire extinguishers, ensure flammable materials are stored safely, train staff in fire procedures and confirm that your fire detection systems are operational.
Retail & Business Operations
Strategically place panic buttons and ensure that cameras are positioned to avoid blind spots.
These periods are high-risk and require extra vigilance from staff.
Vary the timing and route of deposits to reduce the likelihood of targeting.
Before leaving your premises, check all doors, windows, roller shutters and gates, ensuring they are properly locked and in good working order.
Staff & Customer Safety
Request identification, proof of residence and previous references before hiring.
Regularly review inventory, equipment and cash procedures.
Ensure all employees know what to do in the event of a fire, robbery or medical emergency.
Road Safety
Service vehicles regularly and check essentials such as spare tyres, jacks and warning triangles.
The festive period sees increased traffic and higher numbers of intoxicated drivers. Take extra care and avoid driving when tired and when the roads are extremely busy over holidays.
Stay Vigilant: Road Crime & ATM Safety
Keep valuables out of sight, remain aware of your surroundings and ensure doors are locked when stationary or driving.
Use well-lit machines, avoid distractions and never share your PIN with anyone.
Emergency Contacts
Keep these essential numbers easily accessible:
View more important contacts
As we close out the year, thank you for helping us keep Parow East safe, clean and thriving.
Wishing you a safe, restful and prosperous festive season.
Spring update & AGM 2025 save the date
As the seasons shift from winter to spring, the Parow East Industrial City Improvement District continues its work to keep our urban environment clean, safe and well maintained. This is also the time when we prepare for our Annual General Meeting (AGM 2025), where we reflect on the year’s achievements and look ahead to 2025/26.
We invite all stakeholders to join us for our AGM – an important opportunity to participate in shaping the future of our community. Full details are provided below.
AGM 2025
Save the Date!
An important event on our annual agenda, the PEICID AGM will take place on Monday, 13 October 2025 at 15:00 at Diesel Electric, 27 Jones Street, Parow East. Stakeholders are welcome to attend and participate. Please note that only bona fide members may vote on resolutions. Non-members must be registered before Thursday, 2 October 2025.
RSVP to info@peicid.co.za.
Become a Member
To become a member there are a few documents that need to be filled out. Under the Companies Act, the Members’ Register must contain the following information in respect of each member:
(a) name; (b) business, residential or postal address; (c) email address (unless person has declined to provide an email address); and (d) an identifying number unique to that person (e.g. a RSA ID number).
Find these application forms here.
Spring Cleaning, Greening & Urban Maintenance
Over the past months, our teams have been hard at work maintaining and refreshing the Parow East Industrial area. These projects are aimed at improving the quality of the public environment for all who live, work and visit here.
Our focus has included:
Together, these efforts lay the foundation for a brighter, cleaner and greener spring season.
Updates from PEICID
In Parow East Industrial, recent projects have included large-scale deweeding and grass cutting, as well as gutter and drain cleaning to prevent blockages from winter rainfall. The team has also addressed illegal dumping and graffiti removal, ensuring public spaces remain safe and welcoming.
City Updates
Switch to eBilling before 31 December 2025
The City of Cape Town is phasing out paper bills, with all municipal accounts to be sent by email from 1 January 2026. To switch to eBilling, simply send your account number and email address to Revenue.Eservices@capetown.gov.za or via SMS to 31223. More than 475 000 residents have already made the move, enjoying faster, more efficient and environmentally friendly billing. Customers without email access can still receive paper bills by contacting the City’s Call Centre on 0860 103 089 for assistance.
Building a Cleaner, Greener Cape Town – The City’s New Waste Strategy
The City of Cape Town has launched its new Waste Strategy, a long-term roadmap to deliver sustainable, affordable and future-fit waste services for all residents and businesses. With illegal dumping, landfill reliance and growing urban waste challenges, the strategy sets out clear goals to improve data and technology use, drive behaviour change, strengthen partnerships and close service gaps.
Centred on three pillars – optimising existing services, minimising waste to landfill, and maximising service offerings – the strategy calls on everyone to play their part in building a cleaner, greener Cape Town.
Download the full Waste Strategy
Electricity Tariff Reform – What’s New
From 1 July 2025, as part of the new municipal financial year, customers may notice changes to electricity tariffs and the way items appear on their municipal accounts. These reforms are designed to ensure sustainable service delivery into the future while continuing to provide price relief where possible.
For more information, please see the City’s electricity price relief overview pamphlet.
View the Pamphlet
Staying Safe and Warm This Winter: How We Prepare and Support Our Communities
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.
Read moreUpdate: The City of Cape Town Draft Budget 2025-2026 comment period is open until 13 June
June 2025 update:
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.
Visit www.capetown.gov.za/HaveYourSay to comment
April 2025 article:
The City of Cape Town Draft Budget 2025-2026 is available for comment until 16:30 on Friday, 2 May 2025; and until Thursday, 17 April 2025 for the proposed amendments to the 2022-2027 Integrated Development Plan (IDP).
Total Budget – R84,1 bn for 2025/26
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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