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What's on in the Cape Town CBD

Winter in Cape Town has its own special magic. Wrap up warmly and head to town to enjoy a wealth of heart-warming shows,…

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Residential property in Mother City CBD rebounds after covid slump

Residential property developments dominated the Cape Town CBD property scene in 2021, with several impressive residential or…

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Cape Town CBD economy remains resilient

New property investment in the Cape Town Central City worth in excess of R5.7 billion was recorded last year in spite of the…

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Budget-beating experiences in the Cape Town CBD

With the ever-increasing rise in the cost of living, Capetonians are looking for ways to entertain themselves without breaking…

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Heading to the East Side

Its easy mix of retail, accommodation, eating and drinking or relaxation options gives the CBD's East City precinct a…

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CCID welcomes new social development manager

The Cape Town Central City Improvement District (CCID) has appointed a new manager to head its Social Development portfolio and…

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Cape Town CBD call centre economy thrives

Downtown Cape Town’s booming BPO industry remains an attractive support for global companies wanting to…

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Urban trends shaping Cape Town's inner-city life

With more young professionals living, working and playing in downtown Cape Town than ever before, what are the urban living…

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What's on in downtown Cape Town

There is still a nip in the air, but things are hotting up in the Central City with the great line-up of events on offer. Here’…

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Food, glorious food: How Cape Town is shaped by its resilient food system

To understand cities, and bring about a healthier, more resilient, and just food system, we need to understand the web of…

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Sundays in the CBD

Jazz up your Sundays by exploring the myriad destination venues available in the Cape Town Central City. Here’s a handy list of…

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CCID's new social campaign gives hope to the homeless

The Cape Town Central City Improvement District has launched its 2022/23 Hope for the Homeless fundraising campaign to support…

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Downtown Cape Town's night-time economy bounces back

As the night-time economy of the vibrant Cape Town CBD recovers following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, we look at its…

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Balena Blu on Bree: Downtown Cape Town's new Italian seafood eatery

Buon appetito! At Balena Blu, the new Italian seafood restaurant in the heart of Bree St, life is all about eating well…

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The post-pandemic retail landscape – unpacking key trends and strategies

With aspects of the retail sector having been turned upside down by lockdown restrictions, supply chain disruptions, shortage…

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Landmark Cape Town murals reimagined

The striking murals of beloved South African stalwarts Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu that grace the windows of the Cape Town…

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What's on in downtown Cape Town

Beat the winter blues by coming into town. Check out our events calendar and make it happen. EVENTS Live concert at Gorgeous…

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Opa! On the ouzo and tequila trail in downtown Cape Town

Diners looking for culinary adventuring will find it in downtown Cape Town. In six weeks, two cosmopolitan restaurants have…

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Mandela Day – Time to give back

Mandela Day is coming up. It’s time to give back to society or do your bit for those less fortunate. Here are some great…

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Cape Town CBD poised to become a student housing hub

The dearth of student accommodation available in Cape Town presents a major opportunity for the private sector. By 2025, there’…

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Surviving Covid: Reimagining Cape Town's property sector

Commercial, residential and retail property is being redefined in post-pandemic times. At the recent Western Cape Property…

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Choice Cape Town CBD staycations

Sleeping over in the ever-vibrant Cape Town CBD need not be a boring affair. If you’re here for one night or 30, you’ll be…

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