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Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
South Africa: $39.8mln sky-train proposal for Cape Town Waterfront faces public scrutiny
The City of Cape Town's plan to repurpose a prime 4.5ha site in Three Anchor Bay—originally earmarked for affordable housing—is now subject to a public-participation process, allowing residents to provide input on the proposal. Valued at R700m, Erf 2187 in Green Point could become the headquarters and terminus of a proposed sky-train, forming part of an ambitious expansion of the V&A Waterfront at Granger Bay. If given the green light, the elevated rail line will run along the unfinished Foreshore freeway to Woodstock, and will include links to Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) and the Cape Town Cruise Terminal. Forecasts indicate that the rail network — led by South African development engineer Gareth Ramsay — will have the capacity to carry 30,000 passengers per hour in each direction, meeting the transport needs of the city's growing number of visitors. Last year alone, the V&A Waterfront attracted 24 million visitors, Cape Town Stadium over 1 million, and the CTICC 700,000. It has been put forward that the Sky Train be integrated with Cape Town's existing Metrorail network. The public comment period will end on Monday, 25 August 2025. Feedback can be submitted online.
Zawya
5 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) Announces Keynote Speakers for 2025 Conference in Cape Town
The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) ( has announced a powerful line-up of headline and international speakers for its prestigious annual conference taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), 30 – 31 October 2025 for the advancement of women in Africa as innovators and entrepreneurs. In its eleventh edition, AWIEF's benchmarking Conference, Expo and Awards, has more than 60 African and global thought leaders across business, politics, and development to share insight and thought leadership on the conference agenda. The conference theme this year is, Breaking the Barriers: Now More Than Ever. The two-day event aims to promote and accelerate the growth of women-owned and women-led businesses for Africa's inclusive economic growth; share entrepreneurship trends; connect and network with trailblazers from all over Africa and African Diaspora. AWIEF 2025 keynote speakers include Dr Fatima Elsheikh, Secretary General, Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) and Hajar El Haddaoui, Director General, Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO). The powerful and high-profile global speaker faculty includes H. E. Vera Kamtukule, Minister of Tourism, Republic of Malawi; Hon. Christelle Vuanga, Member of Parliament, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC); H. E. Marie-Celine Zialor, Minister of Youth, Sports and Family, Republic of Seychelles; LaTanya White and Pamela Ellis, global business and finance experts from USA; Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member, Economic Growth, City of Cape Town; Mustapha Zaouini, Interim CEO and Head of Product and Engineering, Alyf, Morocco; Ambassador Natalina Edward Mou, Head of Mission, AU, UNECA&IGAD, Republic of South Sudan; Marvis Owusu-Gyamfi, Executive Vice President, ACET, Ghana; Alice Usanase, Lead, Europe, Middle East&Francophone Africa, African Finance Corporation (AFC); Adesuwa Ifedi, Senior Vice President Heifer Africa, Heifer International; and many more. Sponsors and partners include: OCP Africa, Deloitte Africa, African Women's Development Fund (AWDF), City of Cape Town, UNDP, UN Women, Nedbank, APO Group, Financial Nigeria, Bellanaija, Guardian Woman, and AI in Africa. AWIEF is a platform that sees global thought leaders, industry experts, policymakers, academics, development organisations, and investors gather to dialogue, connect, network, share, collaborate and transact in a collective effort to boost Africa's entrepreneurship ecosystem. The speakers will share practical insights on finance and investing, innovation, food security, sustainability, policy, and digital transformation, and will engage directly with delegates on how to break barriers and create sustainable impact. AWIEF2025 is a high-level, content-rich, and action-oriented platform designed to equip attendees with the knowledge, networks, and tools to grow their businesses and careers. Attendees can expect: Keynotes and Panel Discussions by global thought leaders and decision-makers A vibrant Expo showcasing businesses, startups, corporate and development organisations How-To Workshops and Masterclasses on the Expo Floor delivered by industry experts, addressing issues and challenges of vital importance for your business growth, with FREE access to both delegates and visitors Startup Pitch Competitions offering visibility and investor access Unparalleled Networking with investors, business leaders, policymakers, and peers from across Africa and the globe A High Presence of African Diaspora Businesses and Entrepreneurs looking for African markets and partnerships Delegate Registration To register and book your delegate ticket for AWIEF2025, please follow this link: Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF). Media Contact: Yolanda Mtshawu Email: info@ Phone: +27 21 002 8264 Follow @ AWIEFORUM: Facebook: X (formerly Twitter): Instagram: LinkedIn:
Time Out
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Time Out
Cape Town Marathon sold out! Here's what you need to know
Cape Town's marathon dreams just hit another milestone. The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon has officially sold out its 24,000 marathon entries for 2025 — the third year running — putting the city on the cusp of becoming Africa's first Abbott World Marathon Major. Achieving this status would place the city's marathon among the six most prestigious road races in the world, alongside iconic events in New York, London, Berlin, Boston, Chicago, and Tokyo. 'This is more than just a sell-out,' says Sanlam Cape Town Marathon CEO Clark Gardner. 'It's a statement: Africa is ready to take its place on the global stage.' With the race locked in for Sunday, 19 October 2025, the pressure is on to deliver a seamless event and tick the final box for Major status in 2026 — a move that could bring more than 20,000 international visitors to the Mother City every year. Africa is already on the map for producing world-class runners - recognition for hosting them is long overdue. Now more than ever the spotlight's on more than just the runners, as Cape Town's streets come alive for everyone. So if you're not racing, you can still be part of the action. Spectator's Guide: How to Catch the Action Consider these best viewing spots, but you can cheer from any point along the race route, which features 15 dedicated refreshment stations strategically placed throughout the city. You won't want to miss the high energy and epic crowd support along the city's most scenic streets. Here's where to position yourself on the day: Early birds can catch the elite athletes at the start (first wave sets off at 6 am). Beach Road, Sea Point Promenade Prime spot for cheering with a sea view — plus easy access to coffee shops for those sunrise flat whites. Kloof Street & Orange Street, Gardens Join the morning buzz near iconic Table Mountain views and grab brunch while you wait. A relaxed, family-friendly spot with wide open space and great visibility. Pack a picnic blanket and enjoy the community atmosphere. High-energy community zones with music and vibrant local support. Bring your vuvuzela. Grab your spot in the stands and witness the emotion at the finish line. Expect live commentary, food trucks, and good vibes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sanlam Cape Town Marathon (@capetownmarathon) Road Closures Roads across the city will be closed from early Sunday morning. Check the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon website for the whole map and plan. Walk, cycle, or use MyCiTi to get around. Events All Weekend Missed your entry to the main race? Entries for the 5km and 10km Peace Runs remain open until 26 September 2025 or until they sell out - as do entries for the popular trail events (11km, 22km, and 43km). There is also the Marathon Expo for all things related to running. Saturday, 18 October: Catch the Peace Runs (5km & 10km) and Trail Runs (11km, 22km, 43km) at the same start/finish hub in Green Point. Family-friendly and festive. Marathon Expo: 16-18 October. Held at CTICC, the expo is open to runners and the public. Expect merch, sponsor activations, and athlete meet-and-greets. One Step from Making History All eyes are on Cape Town this October — and every runner, spectator, and supporter plays a part. If the city delivers a world-class event in 2025, it could make history as Africa's first World Marathon Major in 2026. So whether you're lacing up, lining the streets and cheering from the sidelines, this city-wide celebration belongs to all of us. Be part of something big? See you on the streets!
Time Out
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
HYROX
Photohraph: Andreyuu | Fitness, exercise HYROX, the ultimate fitness test, is returning to the Mother City. This high-energy, circuit-style race challenges participants with eight functional workout stations, each separated by a 1km run. Cape Town's fittest will rise to the challenge at the CTICC on 19 and 20 July for a two-day test of strength, endurance, and determination. Sat, 19 Jul 2025 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. 🙌 Awesome, you're subscribed! Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! Discover Time Out original video
IOL News
22-05-2025
- Business
- IOL News
South Africa's National Budget: Stability in the Rand amid muted market reactions
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers the Budget speech in National Assembly held at CTICC in Cape Town. Image: Kopano Tlape/GCIS Following Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's muted presentation of the National Budget, for the third time, on Wednesday, markets haven't been seriously agitated, and the fiscal framework is being seen as broadly investor friendly. The rand was stable early on Thursday morning at R17.97, after closing at a similar level after the National Budget was presented. It had opened at R17.89 on Wednesday, which signifies no major movement. The JSE's All Share Index, by late morning, was 0.56% down on the day, coming off its 1% gain and seven-day high at Wednesday's close. Old Mutual wealth investment strategist, Izak Odendaal, said the 'decidedly uneventful' and 'boring' National Budget was good and the financial market response was muted. The rand was stable early on Thursday morning at R17.97, after closing at a similar level after the National Budget was presented. Image: Morningstar Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Godongwana proposals included limiting direct tax increases to so-called 'sin' taxes, an increase in the fuel level, although he did say that gross domestic product (GDP) for the year would come in at 1.4% this year, down from a previously predicted 1.9%, markets haven't moved dramatically. At the same time, he said it was not an 'austerity' budget, indicating that he did not seek to reduce expenditure dramatically. He did, however, warn that subsequent budgets would need to ensure that government received more revenue, and that government would continue to pay large amounts to service debt, which would amount to more than R1.3 trillion over the next three years. South Africa's two previous Budget attempts failed to gain approval because of proposed VAT hikes, and markets had been concerned over DA threats to leave the multi-party government. Investec chief economist, Annabel Bishop, said that – with revenue and expenditure projections revised lower, and genuine potential for upside on revenue – the credit rating agencies are unlikely to react negatively. Casey Sprake, economist at Anchor Capital said, post the National Budget, National Treasury has made a significant policy pivot by cutting R70 billion in spending over the period between fiscal 2026 and 2028, which offsets the lower revenue trajectory and helps stabilise the main budget deficit. 'In an environment where fiscal credibility is under strain, such restraint is likely to be well received by financial markets,' she noted. Odendaal said that the 'key thing from investors' point of view is that fiscal consolidation remains the priority'. Sprake added that the 2025 National Budget is 'broadly seen as marginally bond-positive and moderately supportive of the rand over the medium term, primarily due to its emphasis on expenditure restraint amid lower revenue projections'. What is crucial, Sprake added, is that government has chosen to rein in spending rather than implement broad-based or distortionary tax increases which is 'an approach that sends a constructive message to investors'.
