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MAGAZINE
Food safety - Online tool available for Certificates of Acceptability
The City’s Environmental Health Service has received at least one thousand applications for Certificates of Acceptability (COA) this week.
November 22, 2024
Good Hope Centre to get new life
The City of Cape Town has unveiled ambitious plans to rejuvenate the iconic Good Hope Centre, with a focus on preserving its historical value while transforming it into a vibrant mixed-use hub. This initiative aims to blend heritage conservation with urban development, aligning with the city’s broader goals of economic growth and community revitalization​.
November 21, 2024
City announces Top 10 finalists for Festive Lights Switch-On Comedy Showdown
The finalists will go head-to-head at the V&A Waterfront this weekend, for a shot at making it onstage at the annual Festive Lights Switch-On event on the Grand Parade on Sunday, 1 December.
November 19, 2024
Empowerment Unleashed: WomenIN Festival 2024 Shines in Cape Town
Cape Town’s vibrant Silo District was the epicenter of empowerment and innovation as the WomenIN Festival 2024 wrapped up on 14 and 15 November. The two-day event brought together hundreds of attendees from across the globe to celebrate women's leadership and explore pathways for impactful change in sectors like business, technology, and the arts.
November 15, 2024
R1.2 Billion Development Set to Transform Cape Town’s CBD
Cape Town is poised for significant economic growth with a new R1.2 billion mixed-use development planned for the Central Business District (CBD). This project follows a successful public lease auction of prime land adjacent to the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), awarded to Afrirent Holdings. The landmark development will feature a blend of lifestyle, retail, office spaces, and a hotel, reinforcing Cape Town’s reputation as a top global destination for both business and tourism.
November 15, 2024

CITY NEWS

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November 22, 2024
Food safety - Online tool available for Certificates of Acceptability
The City’s Environmental Health Service has received at least one thousand applications for Certificates of Acceptability (COA) this week.
November 21, 2024
Good Hope Centre to get new life
The City of Cape Town has unveiled ambitious plans to rejuvenate the iconic Good Hope Centre, with a focus on preserving its historical value while transforming it into a vibrant mixed-use hub. This initiative aims to blend heritage conservation with urban development, aligning with the city’s broader goals of economic growth and community revitalization​.
November 15, 2024
R1.2 Billion Development Set to Transform Cape Town’s CBD
Cape Town is poised for significant economic growth with a new R1.2 billion mixed-use development planned for the Central Business District (CBD). This project follows a successful public lease auction of prime land adjacent to the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), awarded to Afrirent Holdings. The landmark development will feature a blend of lifestyle, retail, office spaces, and a hotel, reinforcing Cape Town’s reputation as a top global destination for both business and tourism.
November 11, 2024
Zibonele FM Ushers in New Era with City’s Proposed Property Sale
Zibonele FM, one of Khayelitsha’s most influential community radio stations, is on the brink of a significant milestone as the City Council has given in-principle approval for the discounted sale of its leased property. This property sale, which also includes adjacent land, aims to provide Zibonele FM with a permanent base, allowing the station to bolster its services and impact within the community. The proposal now awaits further process and final Council approval.
November 10, 2024
Minister Malatsi Puts SABC TV Licence Bill on Hold
In a strategic move, Minister of Communications and Digital Technology, Minister Malatsi, has announced the withdrawal of the SABC Bill (B32-2023) from the National Assembly. This decision follows comprehensive consultations and a review of public feedback, revealing that the current bill falls short of securing the long-term sustainability of the public broadcaster.
November 7, 2024
Jobs Connect boosts Cape Town’s SMMEs
The City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, Alderman James Vos, has spent time engaging with businesses that have benefited from Jobs Connect, gaining insights into how the programme is helping them find the right skills to grow and succeed. Jobs Connect, Cape Town’s leading workforce development programme, continues to be a game-changer – not only for job seekers, but also for the city’s small, medium and micro-enterprises (SMMEs).
November 6, 2024
MyCiTi brings additional stops and route improvements
The City of Cape Town’s MyCiTi bus service is pleased to announce a number of improvements to routes and services in Table View, Khayelitsha and Atlantis from Saturday, 9 November 2024. The improvements include the addition of two new stops in Khayelitsha, one additional stop in Atlantis, and the expansion of services in Table View with nine new stops.
November 5, 2024
Vendor applications open for the 2025 My Cape Town Market Company’s Garden
Vendor applications open on Tuesday, 5 November at 09:00 and close on Wednesday, 20 November 2024 at 12:00 midday.
November 3, 2024
Cape Town Hosts Earthshot Week 2024: A Celebration of Environmental Innovation
This week, Cape Town will welcome the prestigious Earthshot Prize Week, a groundbreaking event promoting climate action and sustainability solutions from around the world. Founded by Prince William, Earthshot Week—running from 4 to 7 November 2024—will feature a series of panels, though- leadership events, and culminate in the globally anticipated Earthshot Prize Awards on 6 November. The event aims to spotlight global environmental innovators and their solutions to some of the planet's most pressing ecological challenges.
November 1, 2024
The Castle precinct gets cleared.
Under the direction of the Sheriff of the Court, with the assistance of the SAPS and Cape Town Metro Police, the eviction of unlawful occupants at the Castle of Good Hope was completed this morning.

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November 3, 2024
A Global Movement for Environmental Change-Earthshot Prize comes to Cape Town
A Global Movement for Environmental Change
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October 16, 2024
A Magical Evening at the Premiere Disney's The Magic Box
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October 8, 2024
Freestyle Kings Live!
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October 8, 2024
Disney's The Magic Box is coming to South Africa!
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October 7, 2024
COSATU take to the streets
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October 7, 2024
Duma the elephant's last home
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October 5, 2024
SA Navy Festival underway
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October 3, 2024
Beer industry boosts agricultural GDP recovery
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PODCASTS

admin on November 10, 2024“Back to the Drawing Board: Minister Malatsi Puts SABC Bill on Hold”
In a strategic move, Minister of Communications and Digital Technology, Minister Malatsi, has announced the withdrawal of the SABC Bill (B32-2023) from the National Assembly. This decision follows comprehensive consultations and a review of public feedback, revealing that the current bill falls short of securing the long-term sustainability of the public broadcaster.
admin on October 25, 2024Inter Hotel Challenge 2024
Showcook.com MD Chania Morritt-Smith talks to KC Leisure about the Inter Hotel Challenge 2024.
admin on October 20, 2024Exploring Halaal Tourism with Fayrouz Holliday on #KC Leisure
Exploring Halaal Tourism with Fayrouz Holliday on #KC Leisure
admin on October 16, 2024Universal Access with Tarryn Tomlinson Part 10
admin on October 16, 2024Universal Access with Tarryn Tomlinson Part 9
admin on October 16, 2024Universal Access with Tarryn Tomlinson Part 8
admin on October 16, 2024Universal Access with Tarryn Tomlinson Part 7
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Nov 23 - Dec 8

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Join Drumstruck this summer in Cape Town for the ultimate South African experience
Hout Bay Main Rd Hout Bay Cape Town
Oct 26 - Nov 30
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90 Day Comedian
D.F. Malan St Foreshore Cape Town
Nov 19 - Nov 30
30Nov
THE MICHAEL JACKSON HISTORY SHOW IS BACK IN SOUTH AFRICA!
1 Jakes Gerwel Dr Acacia Park
From 07:00 PM to 10:00 PM
01Dec
Festive Lights Switch-On in Cape Town
Grand Parade Cape Town City of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality
From 04:00 PM to 10:00 PM
05Dec
TYLA IS COMING HOME TO HER TIGERS!
1 Jakes Gerwel Dr Acacia Park
From 07:00 PM to 11:00 PM
07Dec
More Musical Magic at Ster-Kinekor Cinemas
Dock Rd Victoria & Alfred Waterfront Cape Town
Dec 7 - Dec 8
City announces Top 10 finalists for Festive Lights Switch-On Comedy Showdown
November 19, 2024
The finalists will go head-to-head at the V&A Waterfront this weekend, for a shot at making it onstage at the annual Festive Lights Switch-On event on the Grand Parade on Sunday, 1 December.
Festive Lights Switch-On: Artist Announcement – a shining celebration for the ‘People of Hope’
November 12, 2024
Mörda, Mafikizolo, Ouma Sarie, Dr Victor & the Rasta Rebels and more on line-up for this year’s grand event that kicks off the summer season with panache on Sunday, 1 December. Read more below:
Get Ready for a Season of Musical Magic at Ster-Kinekor Cinemas
November 10, 2024
This November and December, Ster-Kinekor is bringing a festive musical extravaganza to cinema screens across South Africa with two grand concert films: Andrea Bocelli’s 30th Anniversary Celebration and André Rieu’s 2024 Christmas Concert: Gold and Silver.
Exciting Family-Friendly Events in Cape Town This November
November 7, 2024
Cape Town's November events calendar promises excitement and diversity with more than 166 events scheduled throughout the month. The highlight of the month is the prestigious Earthshot Prize Awards on 6 November, held at the Green Point Shared Fields. This eco-conscious event will feature renowned artists like Davido, Diamond Platnumz, Lebo M, the Ndlovu Youth Choir, and Uncle Waffles, celebrating groundbreaking environmental efforts. Road closures in the Green Point area from 15:00 to 23:00 will accompany this event.
THE MICHAEL JACKSON HISTORY SHOW IS BACK IN SOUTH AFRICA!
November 5, 2024
The King of Pop is returning—through the electrifying talent of Garth Field in The Michael Jackson HIStory Show. This internationally-acclaimed tribute to the legendary Michael Jackson is set to tour Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban, marking the 2024 grand finale of an already successful run in New Zealand, Australia, and Canada.
"Conclave" – A Thrilling Look at Power, Faith, and the Secrets of the Vatican
November 4, 2024
The movie Conclave, directed by Edward Berger and based on Robert Harris’s novel, is a riveting, suspense-filled thriller set against the secretive backdrop of the Vatican. Ralph Fiennes stars as Cardinal Thomas Lawrence, the Dean tasked with overseeing the selection of the new Pope following the sudden death of the previous pontiff. This process, known as the conclave, is typically conducted behind closed doors, but Berger’s film opens a window into the intrigue and moral dilemmas that underlie the proceedings.
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