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Cape Town is the legislative capital of South Africa and the capital city of the Western Cape province. It is the country's second-most populous city, with a metropolitan population of about 4.7-million people. The city serves as a major economic hub for the Western Cape and the broader southern African region, with key industries including tourism, finance, manufacturing, information technology and creative services. Cape Town is home to the Port of Cape Town, one of the busiest ports in sub-Saharan Africa, which plays a vital role in international trade and logistics. The city's economy also benefits from a thriving small and medium enterprise sector, including food production, craft industries and export-oriented businesses. Cape Town is a significant destination for international business, attracting foreign investment and hosting regional offices of multinational corporations. The city's infrastructure includes Cape Town International Airport, which connects South Africa to major global markets including Europe, the Middle East and other African countries. Cape Town's strategic location, skilled workforce and business-friendly environment have made it an important centre for trade missions and economic partnerships, particularly with the United Kingdom and other European nations. Founded in 1652 as a supply station for the Dutch East India Company, Cape Town has evolved into a cosmopolitan city that blends historical significance with modern economic dynamism.

Cape Town News


An image of demolition prior to reconstruction
Restoration project advances
19th June 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

Following its appointment in May 2025 to assist in restoring and rehabilitating Parliament’s Old Assembly Building, in Cape Town, demolition contractor Draco Group completed its full scope of work... 


An image of the new public square at Longkloof Precinct
Local architectural studio joins global collective, expanding its reach
19th June 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

South African architectural studio dhk Architects has joined global architecture firm Egis Group’s 10N collective, marking a significant milestone in the Cape Town- and Johannesburg-based studio's... 


Sarens adds the new XCMG XCL18000M crane to its South African fleet
Sarens adds the new XCMG XCL18000M crane to its South African fleet
18th June 2026

In its longest combination (up to 198+ 8m), the new crane handles a maximum payload of 192 tons at extreme heights. This model reduces setup and dismantling time to two or three days—roughly half... 


Prototyping and fabrication facility for sale
Prototyping and fabrication facility for sale
18th June 2026

A Cape Town-based prototyping and fabrication facility is for sale. This is an asset-only sale, with the option for a lease transfer. The facility is powered by both solar and Eskom and has a fully... 


As Africa industrialises, grid resilience becomes the next energy challenge
As Africa industrialises, grid resilience becomes the next energy challenge
18th June 2026

Africa’s industrial ambitions are increasingly tied to one critical factor: access to reliable, scalable energy. As policymakers, investors and industry leaders gather in Cape Town this week for... 


AEW 2026 to Position Transmission at the Center of Africa’s Data Center Buildout
17th June 2026

The rapid expansion of AI and cloud computing is driving substantial capital deployment into Africa’s digital infrastructure. This positions high capacity hyperscale campuses as a core asset class. 


Tata Africa gears up for launch of electric bus, small electric truck, and Xenon bakkie
12th June 2026 By: Irma Venter

Tata Africa aims to launch a fully electric commuter bus in South Africa “within the next few months”, says Tata Africa Holdings CEO Jacques Taylor. The vehicle will be assembled locally, and will... 


Cape Town tightens grip on metal crime
12th June 2026 By: Irma Venter

In the ten months between July last year and April this year, the City of Cape Town’s (CoCT’s) Metal Theft Unit made 88 arrests and recovered more than a kilometre of stolen cable and more than 800... 


Eskom generation head Bheki Nxumalo
South Africa set to run coal stations longer as gas projects lag
12th June 2026 By: Bloomberg

South Africa is poised to delay the retirement of about a fifth of its coal-fired electricity-generation capacity as gas projects earmarked to replace them remain behind schedule, contrasting a... 


What South Africa’s renewable energy sector needs from this year’s AEF
11th June 2026

Next week, Cape Town will once again host the continent’s most influential energy gathering, the Africa Energy Forum (AEF). The annual forum, which brings together ministers, developers, investors,... 


African Power Utilities Join AEW 2026 as Grid Expansion and Electrification Take Center Stage
African Power Utilities Join AEW 2026 as Grid Expansion and Electrification Take Center Stage
5th June 2026

As the continent intensifies efforts to close the energy access gap, modernize power infrastructure and drive economic development, power utility companies from South Africa, Zambia and Uganda will... 


Aerial view of the Okiep operation
Okiep Copper Project, South Africa – update
5th June 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Orion Mineral Resources has said that the ptimisation of the project is a key focus for 2026. 


Plastics SA drives collaborative action for cleaner rivers and oceans ahead of world oceans day 2026
Plastics SA drives collaborative action for cleaner rivers and oceans ahead of world oceans day 2026
3rd June 2026 By: Reza Creamer

Under the theme “Catalysing Action for Our Ocean & Climate”, Plastics SA is intensifying its efforts to prevent plastic pollution from reaching South Africa’s rivers, streams and oceans through a... 


NASHO applauds George’s R1 Billion Mixed-Use Social Housing Development: A Victory for Integrated Cities
2nd June 2026

The National Association of Social Housing Organisations (NASHO) has welcomed the George Local Municipality’s landmark Council resolution to release prime land for the Crocodile Farm Social Housing... 


Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau speaks at the launch of the EU investment roadshow
EU aims to use investor roadshow to convert €12bn pledge into South African projects
1st June 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The EU, which announced a €12-billion investment package for South Africa in October, is undertaking investment roadshows in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban this week as part of efforts to... 


Khayelitsha Cookies reach UK shelves, skies
29th May 2026 By: Irma Venter

Cape Town-based artisanal biscuit producer Khayelitsha Cookies has secured more than R1.4-million in deals from two UKbacked companies. One agreement will see its products served onboard British... 


Eskom generation head Bheki Nxumalo
South Africa set to run coal stations longer as gas projects lag
28th May 2026 By: Bloomberg

South Africa is poised to delay the retirement of about a fifth of its coal-fired electricity-generation capacity as gas projects earmarked to replace them remain behind schedule, contrasting a... 


Image of a Solenco dehumidifier installed on an interior wall
Managing moisture in modern buildings 
22nd May 2026

Green building standards aim to make modern buildings more energy efficient and airtight. Older buildings are also increasingly being retrofitted to improve energy performance and insulation. While... 


An image of a Stacker reclaimer cabin
S Africa is key for German expansion in Africa
22nd May 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

German investment in South Africa is likely to continue as German companies target new markets and long-term opportunities, leveraging the country as an entry point into the African market, says... 


image of dehumidifier in a room
Airtight buildings heighten moisture control challenges
22nd May 2026

Increasing airtightness in modern buildings is creating a growing moisture management risk that is not always addressed in design, says air treatment technology specialist Solenco. Buildings are... 


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