Cape Town

Welcoming address to Africa Energy Indaba. 2 March 2022. Two weeks ago, here at the CTICC, I had the honour of delivering the welcoming address at the ...

Our goal is to make sure that every Capetonian has reliable and affordable access to the energy they need to live, run businesses, study, travel, and thrive. We saw each other only weeks ago and you were very supportive of the City’s plans to procure additional electricity. This project will allow the City to purchase electricity from IPPs at a rate far below Eskom’s, and pass this saving on to its customers. On the other component of energy security, affordability, I have been a very vocal opponent of Eskom’s above-inflation increases in the price of electricity. Urgent action is needed to reduce the regressive effects of unaffordable power. A temporary solution was quickly put in place, but we needed a longer term solution to reduce the system’s vulnerability. I used that opportunity to make a major announcement on behalf of the City of Cape Town. That week, we opened our first round of procurement of power from independent power producers. To most people in this room, energy security refers to the availability of resources for energy consumption in general, including gas and petroleum. In December last year, a veld fire destroyed sections of several high-voltage lines, plunging the Cape Town CBD and surrounds into darkness for 27 hours. Not only must the least well-off be able to access the energy they need, but businesses must also be able to keep their overhead costs down to operate profitably and drive growth. At that time, the government was still hoping that the Medupi and Kusile stations would soon be brought online, and provide 9600MW of power to help restore energy security in SA. Ten years later, things look even less hopeful. It will not be financially viable to extend the life of these stations while adhering to global environmental standards.

Police minister Bheki Cele has told parliament the City of Cape Town is running an "unconstitutional" law enforcement unit using powers reserved only for ...

“We have decided to take an easy way, a soft landing way. But we have a responsibility of integrated governance,” Cele said. Cele was responding to a question from GOOD party MP Brett Herron, who said the unit was “a rogue police unit acting parallel to the police service and the Hawks”.

GOOD SG says JP Smith's unit is gathering intelligence on some of the most infamous names in organised crime.

We ask that the Minister clarifies what functions of policing should be conducted at municipal level and if either the Act or Regulations required amendment. But cities can't willy-nilly establish policing structures mimicking the functions of national police. "What is the City's role in investigating alleged criminal masterminds, several of whom are presently facing serious charges in court?

Mayoral committee member for community services and health, Councillor Patricia Van der Ross, said there had been a 70% increase in children younger than five ...

Mothers are urged to continue breastfeeding and giving the child small, frequent meals. “‘We’re not yet halfway through the season and the numbers are concerning. Diarrhoea is a fairly common ailment during the warmer months and it remains one of the biggest threats to children under five. Diarrhoea can last 48 to 72 hours. During January last year, City clinics dealt with 1 710 cases. This is also known as surge season.

The southernmost tip of Africa is one of the most magnificent parts of the world, a paradise full of exquisite scenery, beautiful beaches, two oceans – the ...

Small and personal, with every luxury facility imaginable, The Silo is situated in what used to be the grain elevator of the historic grain silo building in Cape Town’s harbor which was originally built in 1924. When you’re not climbing Table Mountain, exploring the spectacular Cape Winelands to sample some of the best wine on the continent or visiting historic sights such as the Cape Castle, it’s a good idea to head for the V&A (Victoria & Alfred) Waterfront, which is home to some excellent hotels, great shops and restaurants as well as some famous sights. Of course, Sea Point is abuzz and the promenade is a delightful place to stretch your legs and soak up the sea views. The hotel was decorated by its founder, Liz Biden and her husband, Phil, owners of the The Royal Portfolio. All the guest rooms offer awe-inspiring views and high ceilings and many feature pillowed window bays to enjoy the surroundings. With an ideal location right on Sea Point’s famous Promenade, superlative ocean views and a world of luxurious amenities, the newly refurbished The Winchester is an ideal accommodation choice. Take time out from Cape Town’s many attractions to enjoy the hotel’s excellent spa facilities and its famous High Tea, a tradition in Cape Town and a sumptuous treat.

Opening the much-anticipated first gig at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic is Jimmy Nevis.

Werner Voigt, curator of Kirstenbosch, adds that he’s really missed the buzz of the concert vibes and crowd, albeit it now in fairly limited numbers. Opening the much-anticipated first gig at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, on March 20, is the Mother City’s much-loved musician, Jimmy Nevis. Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis will re-open one of Cape Town’s most-loved venues, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, at the Summer Sunset Concert.