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City Policy & Bylaws

City of Cape Town waste bylaws, separation-at-source and what they mean for you.

25 June 20263 min read

Separation at source is the foundation of Cape Town's recycling drive. Here's what it means, why it matters, and how to do it.

22 June 20263 min read

Cape Town's waste bylaw sets the rules for how waste must be handled. Here's a plain-language look at what it means for residents and businesses.

19 June 20263 min read

Zero waste is an ambitious goal — and Cape Town is steadily building towards it. Here's what the journey looks like and how you fit in.

16 June 20263 min read

Cape Town's landfills are running out of space, and new ones are hard to build. Diversion isn't optional — it's urgent. Here's why.

13 June 20263 min read

Illegal dumping blights communities, harms health and clogs drains. Understanding why it happens points the way to stopping it.

10 June 20263 min read

Small recycling enterprises and buyback centres are vital to Cape Town's waste goals. Here's how policy and partnership support them.