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Fine art photographer Ajay Lula invites readers to explore the vibrant and resilient memories of the Kaapse Klopse in his debut book, A Mountain Divides. This heartfelt work…
Juvie Boy Entertainers crowned section 2 carnival winners The final prizes were handed out at the 2025 Minstrel Competition on Saturday February 1 in front of a sold out crowd at…
Tashreeq De Villiers, more commonly known as ‘Ricky Vannie Frontline’ is the new Moppie King. “It doesn’t do anything to me as a person, it’s just a trophy and I’m more concerned…
The 2025 Minstrel Competition came to a thrilling close on Saturday, January 25, as the West London All Stars were crowned champions. The four-week event, ended on a high note…
Solo singers and choral groups showcased their talents at this week's Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA) competition, where Section 1 performers battled it out in various…
The dust has settled on yet another colourful Cape Town Street Parade, and minstrel teams have now turned their attention to the big stage, where it all matters. Athlone Stadium…
The Kaapse Klopse annual competition kicked off at Athlone Stadium yesterday, Wednesday January 1, with teams bringing their A-game on Day 1. Typically, the festivities for the…
Thousands want to catch a glimpse of their favourite minstrel troupes at this Saturday’s Cape Town Street Parade and some fans have gone as far as marking their territory days…
The Hollywoodbets Cape Guineas Kaapse Klopse Voorsmaakie set the stage for what promises to be another exhilarating minstrel season. Held at the Hollywoodbets Kenilworth…
The bar has been raised for what's to be expected at this year’s Cape Town Street Parade following the weekend’s vibrant festivities at the 2024 annual Voorsmakie at Kenilworth…
Thousands of people will flock to the Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racetrack for the sold out annual Hollywoodbets Kenilworth this weekend for the Kaapse Klopse’s ‘voorsmaakie’. The…
There’s an extra buzz of excitement this season for Baruch Entertainers, one of Cape Town’s iconic Minstrels troupes, as they prepare to launch both a brand-new uniform for the…
The minstrel fraternity is filled with many different characters, people and groups, who all share one common thing... The love of “klopse”. Families have grown into it,…
Kaapse Klopse troupe owners are gearing up to defend their titles and elevate the competition for the upcoming season. Excitement and anticipation filled the boardroom at Athlone…
Many minstrel troupes around Cape Town aim to use their team to keep youngsters off the street but at Fun Time Sporting Club in Westridge, the focus is on giving elderly a good…
The Klops Kamer is a column that focuses on events and happenings in the world of the minstrels, placing the spotlight on this beautiful part of Cape Town culture… Every year,…
After a season-long lay-off, Baruch Entertainers are back with a bang. Known as one of the more distinguished troupes in the Cape Town Minstrels fraternity, Baruch will launch…
Dancing through the Bo Kaap streets, proudly showing off their minstrel culture is what the 7 Steps Minstrels are all about. The Bo Kaap-based team operates from the age-old…
The Klops Kamer focuses on events and happenings in the world of the minstrels, placing the spotlight on this beautiful Cape Town culture… Young and old have joined the new…
The minstrel world is in mourning after Sam Crouch, choir master at the West London All Stars, died on Monday after a short illness. The group, which Mr Crouch led to victory…
