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There’s something very South African about packing the cooler box, loading up the meat and finding a good spot to braai outdoors
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7 best braai spots in Cape Town for your next outdoor feast

Join the ultimate Cape Town braai adventure with friends and family at these seven stunning locations, where good food meets breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences

Cape Town has been named Africa's Leading City Destination 2026 and Africa's
Leading Meetings & Conference Destination 2026

Cape Town wins two World Travel Awards for 2026

Cape Town has been recognised in two categories at the 2026 World Travel Awards Africa gala in Zanzibar, with tourism officials saying the honours underline the city’s appeal to…

City prepares for massive crowds as Springboks and All Blacks return to Cape Town

Springboks vs All Blacks: Cape Town traffic, shuttles and road closures to know

Get ready for an unforgettable rugby showdown as 62,000 fans flock to Cape Town for the sold-out Springboks vs All Blacks match. Discover essential traffic tips and shuttle…

Renting out a Cape Town property? Have your say on proposed new rules

Have your say on Cape Town’s new short-term letting by-law

Cape Town residents have until October 5 to influence the future of short-term letting regulations, which could reshape how Airbnb hosts operate in the city.

The Cape Town. Built for Business campaign will now roll out across more than 60 cities

Cape Town launches AI-powered investment concierge to attract global businesses

Discover how Cape Town's new AI-powered investment concierge, Maya, is set to revolutionise the way global businesses navigate the city's investment landscape, offering 24-hour…

The City of Cape Town’s first electric bus arrived from Johannesburg, where the bodies of the MyCiTi electric bus fleet are being manufactured

Cape Town introduces its first battery-electric MyCiTi bus for a greener future

Cape Town's public transport network is set for a transformation with the introduction of its first battery-electric MyCiTi bus. This pilot programme, aimed at testing the bus's…

Cape Town residents have until July 27, 2026 to weigh in on the City's proposal to sell and redevelop part of the Civic Centre parking area on the Foreshore

Cape Town residents invited to comment on proposed Civic Centre parking site redevelopment

Residents of Cape Town have until July 27, 2026, to voice their opinions on the proposal to transform the Civic Centre parking area into a vibrant mixed-use precinct, featuring…

Organisers say the initiative is already building on earlier work in Tshwane through the Always On Traffic Light project and is expected to expand to other Gauteng metros and Durban.

Cape Town's Safe Passage Programme expands to improve pedestrian safety

Discover how Cape Town's Safe Passage Programme is set to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety, expanding from the city centre to Langa, and learn about its innovative approach…

Marchers gather outside the provincial legislature in Cape Town today, Tuesday, June 30, to join the country's anti-immigration protest
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WATCH: Authorities monitor Cape Town shutdown as mayor reassures public safety

As Cape Town prepares for a planned shutdown, Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis assures residents of safety, with no incidents reported so far

Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis delivers City of Hope budget during during virtual council meeting.

Cape Town's Mayor presents the City of Hope Budget: A R40 billion investment

Despite opposition from several political parties, the DA's majority ensured the approval of the R40 billion City of Hope Budget, aimed at improving Cape Town's infrastructure.

The City states that the latest increase is in response to significant and sustained increases in global fuel prices

Cape Town's MyCiTi fare increases spark backlash from commuters and political parties

The City of Cape Town's proposed MyCiTi fare increases have faced backlash from commuters and political parties, who argue that the hikes will further strain residents already…

Greenmarket Square public ablution facility restored

Greenmarket Square's public ablution facilities receive R3.7 million refurbishment

The City of Cape Town has reopened the refurbished public ablution facility at Greenmarket Square, following R3.7 million in repairs aimed at enhancing functionality and…

The sod-turning ceremony marked the start of the convenience shopping centre within the wider GrandWest precinct.

GrandWest Mall construction begins in Cape Town, promising new jobs and retail opportunities

Construction has officially commenced on the R650 million GrandWest Mall in Cape Town, set to enhance the entertainment precinct with over 100 new shops and 2,000 jobs upon…

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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…

From new trees lining Bree Street to plans for pocket parks and therapeutic gardens, a growing urban greening movement is reshaping Cape Town’s inner city and changing how residents and visitors experience the CBD.
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Cape Town's inner city: A greener future through urban renewal

Cape Town's inner city is transforming into a greener, more welcoming space, thanks to a collaborative urban renewal initiative. Discover how community participation and…

Quinn defined wellness tourism as travel linked to the pursuit of maintaining or improving personal wellbeing, but stressed that it extends far beyond spas, yoga retreats or medical tourism.

Cape Town wellness tourism could drive next wave of global travel, says industry expert

Discover how wellness tourism is transforming Cape Town into a global leader in conscious travel, as ambassador Sharni Quinn highlights the opportunities and challenges facing…

The City of Cape Town’s Events By-Law, which charts the course for City Protected Events and eased approval procedures for smaller events, has been promulgated and is ready for enforcement

Cape Town's new Events By-law aims to ease event hosting for communities

Community organisations, schools, and local event organisers could soon face fewer administrative hurdles when hosting events following the implementation of the City of Cape…

A man was rescued from falling to his death in Sea Point, on Wednesday, June 10.
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Watch: Emergency services perform dramatic rescue at Point Mall in Sea Point

Emergency services executed a complex rescue operation on June 10, successfully retrieving a man who fell into an enclosed void at Sea Point's Point Mall.

Cape Town residents will soon be able to access selected Home Affairs services from a new appointment-only office at the Civic Centre in the city centre

New Home Affairs branch set to open at Cape Town Civic Centre

Cape Town residents will soon benefit from a new appointment-only Home Affairs office at the Civic Centre, enhancing access to essential services and demonstrating effective…

The Cape Malay choir Road March through Wale Street in Cape Town.

Cape Town invites cultural groups to register for festive events information session

The City of Cape Town is calling on Christmas bands, Malay choirs, and minstrel troupes to register for an essential information session on the 2026 festive cultural events. This…