Cape Town’s Invested in Hope Budget considers the implications of climate change [SOUND]

# The City of Cape Town says its Invested in Hope Budget 2025/2026 prioritises improving the water quality of vleis, and strengthening the resilience of the coastline against the impact of climate change. The metro’s Spatial Planning and Environment Directorate is responsible for a coastline covering 307-kilometres; to preserve the unique and world-renowned biodiversity, among which are 21 nature reserves and wetlands. Deputy mayor, Eddie Andrews, says the Invested in Hope Budget considers the implications of climate change and population growth: