Cape Town's Bold Vision For The Future: Mayor Reflects On 2024

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has shared his annual Mayoral Minute, offering a reflective look at the city's progress over the past year and a glimpse into its future, reports

In his third Mayoral Minute since taking office, Hill-Lewis expressed gratitude for the ongoing support of the people of Cape Town and highlighted the transformative work underway in the city.

2024 has been a year of remarkable progress for Cape Town, Hill-Lewis said. We are investing heavily in the things that make cities work - infrastructure, safety, and public services. These investments are already paying off, and the city is starting to feel the difference.

At the heart of Hill-Lewis's vision for Cape Town is an unwavering commitment to improving the city's infrastructure. A major focus of the city's spending has been sanitation, particularly in the underserved areas of the Cape Flats. In 2024, Cape Town invested a record R9.7 billion in public infrastructure, with a substantial portion directed toward upgrading and replacing the city's strained sewer network.

Few things rob a community of dignity more than sewer spills or poor access to sanitation, Hill-Lewis explained. This year, we made significant strides in addressing these issues, particularly in lower-income communities. The Cape Flats Bulk Sewer upgrade , at R715 million, is the largest of its kind in South Africa and will benefit 300,000 households.