The 'better. bellville. together.' initiative is geared towards economic growth and making Bellville a cleaner, safer and more beautiful place to live, work and play.

Taking place twice a month from Wednesday, 29 March until the end of June, this community-wide initiative aims to bring together residents, local businesses and community groups to work towards a common goal — a cleaner and better Bellville.

Volunteers will receive the necessary tools and guidance to take part in the clean-up efforts. This includes:
  • gloves
  • compost bucket
  • reusable bags, and
  • empty plastic bottles to make Eco bricks.

"For an area like Bellville to thrive, it is important that the community are involved in all avenues of a local system, and waste is no exception. We want the residents and businesses of Bellville to come and show their support for a cleaner Bellville, and actively be part of the waste solution," says Candice Mostert, waste project management lead for the 'better. bellville. together.' initiative.

Determined to make this a memorable experience for all involved, the organisers will be dishing out spot prizes during each clean-up to reward the hard work, including:
  • vouchers
  • nifty water bottles, and
  • sun hats.

The first 30 volunteers to sign up will also receive a limited-edition 'better. bellville. together.' community:
  • clean-up bag
  • t-shirt, and
  • refreshments.

The community clean-up campaign will work in various areas of the Bellville CBD throughout the next three months. Interested volunteers are encouraged to bring their own water bottle, hat and sunblock and wear comfortable shoes.

Volunteers should arrive at the GTP Express Coffee & Kiosk, Teddington Rd, Bellville on Wednesday, 29 March at 09:30 for a short group orientation.

A list of areas identified for cleaning is included in the table below:

Date Clean-up area Time

  • Wednesday, 29 March — GTP Express Coffee & Kiosk, Teddington Rd, Bellville, Cape Town, 7535 10:00-midday 
  • Saturday, 22 April — Durban Road 10:00-midday
  • Wednesday, 26 April — Bellville Taxi Rank, Off Belrail Road, Cape Town, 7530 10:00-midday
  • Monday, 15 May — Blanckenberg Street 10:00-midday
  • Wednesday, 31 May — GTP Express Coffee & Kiosk, Teddington Rd, Bellville, Cape Town, 7535 10:00-midday
  • Wednesday, 14 June — Bellville Taxi Rank, Off Belrail Road, Cape Town, 7530 10:00-midday
  • Friday, 30 June — Durban Road 10:00-midday

"Whether you're a long-time resident or a newcomer to Bellville, we want everyone to come out and help make a difference. When we all show up, we encourage each other, share ideas and explore solutions that will help keep our local area clean and beautiful," concludes Mostert.

To sign-up, participants can email [email protected] or go to the GTP Facebook page. For further enquiries contact 076 352 8061.