Waste services still operational on upcoming public holidays

The City’s Urban Waste Management Directorate advises residents that waste collection will continue on the upcoming public holidays: Monday, 27 April and Friday, 1 May. Contingency plans are in place in the event of unplanned disruption or delays. Read more below:

Waste and recycling collection

Waste and recycling (for areas that receive this service) are scheduled to be collected as usual, including these public holidays:

•             Monday, 27 April 2026

•             Friday, 1 May 2026

Residents are encouraged to ensure all bins are placed out for servicing as early as possible, as reduced peak traffic over this period means crews travel quickly on their routes. Please also leave bins out until 21:00 each night to ensure collection.

Community Recycling Centres

Community Recycling Facilities/Drop-off sites will operate according to Saturday/public holiday, hours listed here.

Disposal of garden greens is currently restricted to the Coastal Park landfill for commercial customers. In addition, residential customers should note that disposal of garden greens is restricted to one load per day. See more: capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/Interim measures for garden waste drop-off amid contractor fuel constraints

Log service requests, such as waste collection issues, on one of these channels:

•             Online: www.capetown.gov.za/servicerequests

•             Call: 0860 103 089

•             Email: wastewise@capetown.gov.za

•             City App