The City of Cape Town says its R14.4 million CCTV expansion is now about 85% complete in the current financial year. The project is being managed by the Metro Police Strategic Surveillance Unit, which oversees the city’s growing camera network across the metro.

According to the City, the network has grown to more than 1 200 cameras. These are placed in high-crime areas, public spaces and around critical infrastructure to support crime prevention and faster incident response.

New Cameras Added in Multiple Areas

The latest installations were funded through the City’s Safety and Security Directorate and ward allocations. New camera infrastructure has been rolled out in Langa, Beacon Valley, Brown’s Farm, Macassar, Morningstar, Durbanville, Electric City and Malibu Village.

Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security JP Smith said the expansion shows the City’s ongoing investment in public safety and modern technology. He also said older infrastructure is being retrofitted and upgraded so that existing cameras keep up with current standards. Smith described CCTV as one of the strongest tools available to support law enforcement and emergency services.

Camera Network Already Assisting Police

City figures show the CCTV system detected 3 078 incidents in January 2026 alone. These included by-law violations, fires, traffic incidents and suspected criminal activity. The system also helped lead to 52 arrests during that period.

The South African Police Service also asked for CCTV support in 42 cases, with slightly more than half producing positive results. Nyanga accounted for more than a quarter of those requests, highlighting the growing role of surveillance support in policing efforts. Smith said it was encouraging to see SAPS making greater use of city safety resources.

More Expansion Planned for Next Year

The City says work is planned for the next financial year on a longer-term CCTV infrastructure project in areas that still lack fibre connectivity. These include the corridor between Khayelitsha and Sir Lowry’s Pass Village, parts of the deep south and sections of the southern suburbs between Wetton and Rondebosch.

Cape Town’s message is clear: more cameras are coming, and the city believes they will play an even bigger role in fighting crime and improving public safety.