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Kurt Schoonraad returns to the Baxter Theatre with his one-man show Funny Side Up
CAPE COMMUNITY

Cape Town’s best winter events this week: Comedy, Decorex, wine tastings and theatre

Embrace the charm of Cape Town this midwinter with a curated selection of intimate events, from comedy shows to wine tastings. Discover the city's unique offerings and find your…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
3 min read
Cape Town’s CBD will come alive this Sunday, June 21, as Go Skateboarding Day Cape Town 2026 takes over the city centre
SKATEBOARDERS

Skateboarding, music and community spirit to take over Cape Town CBD this Sunday

Join the vibrant celebration of Go Skateboarding Day in Cape Town's CBD this Sunday, June 21, where families, skateboarders, and locals unite for a day of fun, culture, and…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
Cape Town
CAPE TOWN ATTRACTIONS

Cape Town's tourism industry thrives with record international spending in 2025

Cape Town's tourism sector flourished in 2025, generating R24.5 billion and creating over 106,000 jobs, driven by a surge in international visitors. Discover how the city is…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
The City said the renewal of Harrington Square and surrounds is one of the City’s key priorities, with the intention to make this space multi-functional, more accessible, safer, and inviting to the public while optimising the parking area for clients visiting the local businesses.
CBD

Redesigning Harrington Square: A community approach to public space

Explore the community-driven redesign of Harrington Square, where residents and stakeholders come together to shape a public space that honours its complex history while…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
3 min read
From the classic flavour of a red cappuccino to the more daring turmeric or hot chocolate with marshmallows. Every mood can be satisfied with a cosy winter beverage.
BREE STREET

Warm drinks and comforts: Top Cafés in Cape Town for chilly days

Explore Cape Town's vibrant café scene as the weather cools, where affordable luxuries like warm drinks and inviting atmospheres become the perfect antidote to winter blues.

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
Venues across the CBD and surrounding areas are putting together curated specials to make the day feel intentional
MOTHER DAUGHTER DUO

Celebrate Mother's Day in Cape Town: Top dining experiences to treat your mom

Discover the perfect way to celebrate Mother's Day in Cape Town with curated dining experiences that go beyond just booking a table. From elegant high teas to relaxed brunches,…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
The CBD’s popular hospitality hub is now at the centre of a precinct-wide street experiment linked to the City of Cape Town’s CBD Mobility and Accessibility Plan, which identified Bree Street as a Special Activity Street.
CITY BOWL WATER OUTAGES

Cape Town CBD and City Bowl see key upgrades as Bree Street pilot and water works progress

Discover how a new pilot project on Bree Street is set to transform urban mobility in Cape Town, creating safer spaces for pedestrians while significant water infrastructure…

  • Staff Reporter
3 min read
The City of Cape Town is implementing new heavy vehicle lane and compulsory stop on Kloof Nek Road
KLOOF

Kloof Nek Road to see new heavy vehicle lane and compulsory stop

The City of Cape Town is enhancing road safety with new heavy vehicle lanes and compulsory stops on Kloof Nek Road, aiming to reduce accidents and improve traffic flow

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
Harrington Square.
HOUSING CRISIS

Who benefits from Harrington Square? Community voices at Cape Town hearings

The Harrington Square public hearings reveal Cape Town's ongoing struggles with land restitution and the housing crisis, as community voices demand recognition and solutions

  • Sinazo Mkoko
3 min read
In a city that rarely slows down, these urban escapes are becoming the closest thing to getting away - without ever leaving
CAPE TOWN

Mini escapes in Cape Town: Enjoy the city without leaving

"Explore Cape Town's hidden gems where you can unwind without leaving the city. From secret bars to serene cafés, discover the perfect spots for a mini escape in the bustling CBD

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
President Cyril Ramaphosa will be presenting the State of the Nation Address (SONA), from the City Hall, at 7pm today Thursday, February 12. Roads in and around the hall will be closed.
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

Plan ahead: Green Point licensing centre closing early due to SONA traffic disruptions

Residents of Cape Town should prepare for significant traffic disruptions today as the Gallows Hill licensing centre closes early at 1pm to ease congestion ahead of the State of…

  • Fouzia van der Fort
1 min read