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| December 13, 2024

Hop on MyCiTi this Festive Season: Special Holiday Services and Late-Night Rides

The MyCiTi bus service has introduced festive season schedule adjustments to ensure residents and visitors can travel with ease during the holidays. With late-night shopping services and a special beach route for Atlantis residents, the MyCiTi team is making it convenient to explore Cape Town this festive season.

| December 13, 2024

Dr Marlene Le Roux Inspires at Cape Town’s Ubuntu Breakfast

The Ubuntu Breakfast in Cape Town this week was elevated by an inspiring presentation from Dr Marlene Le Roux, CEO of Artscape Theatre. Known for her heartfelt delivery and ability to weave lived experiences into her speeches, Dr Le Roux captured the audience from the outset, offering invaluable insights into leadership, transformation, and the role of the arts in societal change.

| December 12, 2024

City Contact Centre operating hours adjusted for festive season

The City wants to inform residents that the Contact Centre operating hours for accounts and general inquiries will be adjusted during the festive season from 16 December 2024 to 6 January 2025. However, the Contact Centre’s 24/7 channels and services will remain open and available for all queries and complaints related to essential services.

| December 5, 2024

Cape Town’s DHL Stadium Strikes Gold with Global Project Award

Cape Town’s DHL Stadium has achieved global recognition, winning a Gold Award at the prestigious International Project Management Association (IPMA) Global Awards for its cutting-edge pitch replacement project. This accolade, presented at an awards ceremony hosted at the stadium, highlights the exceptional planning, execution, and sustainability of the project, reinforcing the stadium’s status as a world-class venue.

| December 4, 2024

Festive Throwbacks: Ster-Kinekor Brings Cinema Classics to the Big Screen for R50

This festive season, Ster-Kinekor is rolling out its Throwback Cinema promotion, offering moviegoers the chance to revisit iconic films for just R50 per ticket. The campaign runs throughout December 2024 and into January 2025, with a selection of beloved classics screening at select Ster-Kinekor cinemas nationwide.

| December 2, 2024

Dive into Summer Safely: Cape Town’s Festive Beach Safety Plans Unveiled

As Cape Town gears up for a bustling festive season, the City has rolled out an extensive beach safety plan to protect both locals and tourists flocking to its pristine shores. With over 5,000 personnel deployed citywide and 680 lifeguards stationed at beaches and pools, the initiative is set to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer.

| November 26, 2024

It’s lights on for the Festive Season

An anticipated 80 000 people will gather on the Grand Parade and surrounds on Sunday, 1 December 2024 to celebrate the official start of summer with the City of Cape Town’s annual free Festive Lights Switch-On.

| November 26, 2024

Cape Town’s bravest spread holiday spirit for Toy Run

The City’s Fire and Rescue Service joined hundreds of bikers for the 42nd Toy Run Cape Town, the annual charity drive that collects toys for children in foster homes, orphanages and places of safety.

| November 25, 2024

Blockbuster Black Friday: Ster-Kinekor’s R99 Movie Deal

Ster-Kinekor is giving movie lovers the ultimate Black Friday escape with a R99 special that includes a movie ticket plus a small popcorn and soda/slush combo. This one-day-only offer is valid on Friday, 29 November 2024, for all 2D and 3D films showing at Ster-Kinekor cinemas nationwide.

| 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 19, 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 15, 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 12, 2024

Festive Lights Switch-On: Artist Announcement – a shining celebration for the ‘People of Hope’

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:

| November 12, 2024

“Take a Hike Day 2024” – Climbing Table Mountain, for a good cause.

In alignment with Earthshot’s mission to inspire environmental restoration and innovation, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) is excited to present its annual “Take a Hike Day” on Saturday, 16 November 2024.

| November 12, 2024

Cape Town's Property Developers Forum: Strengthening Collaboration for Urban Growth

Cape Town’s Spatial Planning and Environment (SPE) directorate hosted the second Property Developers Forum on 11 November 2024. This event, building on its June debut, reflects the city's commitment to improving engagement with the property development sector and enhancing the business climate at a municipal level.

| 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

Get Ready for a Season of Musical Magic at Ster-Kinekor Cinemas

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.

| 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

Exciting Family-Friendly Events in Cape Town This November

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.

| 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 7, 2024

Experience the joy of live music in the heart of Cape Town with friends and family at Jazz on The Green

Red Hot & Blue and Rolling Audio are proud to present a day for friends and family to come together and experience the joy of live music in the heart of Cape Town.

| 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.