As we move into the cooler months, we’re looking back and highlighting the efforts made during Q1 to keep the Somerset West City Improvement District a safe and clean place to live, work and visit. At this time, we also start preparing for winter with all the necessary maintenance to public space, and we ask you […]
Working together with residents, local businesses and urban management specialists to create a rich urban environment where the Somerset West community can thrive, we – the Somerset West City Improvement District – welcome 2024 with the new challenges and opportunities it will provide. Together with the City of Cape Town, our partners, outreach initiatives and […]
It’s been another year of successes and tackling challenges head-on for the Somerset West City Improvement District. As part of our renewed commitment to public safety and urban cleaning and management, we persist in leading the way toward the continuous improvement of Somerset West as a thriving residential hub. Our CID team has increased their […]
This October, we hold our Annual General Meeting (AGM 2023) to review the year’s activities and begin our planning for 2024/25. We hope all our members can attend. Non-members still have time to register. The new City of Cape Town CID by-law and policy came into effect on 1 July and that is available to view online. […]
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As the chilly and wet winter season approaches, it’s time to prepare ourselves for the unique challenges and delights that it brings. From the brisk air to the rain-soaked streets, Cape Town winter demands our attention and readiness. Here, we explore practical tips to help you navigate the winter months with ease. From maintaining your […]
2023 is well underway and as we embark on a year set to take our Somerset West City Improvement District to new heights, we introduce you to our manager and share some important reminders from SWCID and the City. As always, our focus remains on developing a safe, accessible and welcoming urban ecosystem for all […]
2022 has been a year for celebrating successes for Somerset West Improvement District and tackling new and ongoing challenges. With our new five-year business plan term commencing in July 2022 we renew our commitment to providing top-up services to the City of Cape Town with a special focus on public safety, urban cleaning and management, […]
The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate wants to inform residents and road users that we are busy constructing new kerbs and sidewalks along certain roads in the Somerset West central business district (CBD). The work will continue until December 2022 and all are advised to find alternative routes where possible. Read more below: The work will […]