The Cape Town Street Parade sees thousands of minstrels from all areas of Cape Town performing in the streets of the city centre.
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- Thousands are expected to attend the annual Tweede Nuwe Jaar celebrations in Cape Town.
- Celebrations that have become an annual tradition will see the Cape’s beloved minstrels take to the streets.
- Earlier this month, the city of Cape Town during a plenary council session approved a three-year funding agreement for the celebrations.
All systems are on for the Tweede Nuwe Jaar celebrations which are expected to take place in Cape Town on Monday after a two-year hiatus following the Covid-19 lockdown.
Cape Town’s annual street parade featuring the Cape Minstrels is expected to draw thousands of spectators.
Muneeb Gambeno, director of the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA), said the backing they received from a new title sponsor, Hollywoodbets, along with support from the City of Cape Town and other sponsors paved the way for the return of the minstrels
“To host an event of this scale, we need many stakeholders working together to achieve the vision of creating an inclusive event for all the people of Cape Town. We are delighted that the Klopse will be able to hit the streets again in 2023, and We look forward to the best version of the event to date,” he said.
Hollywoodbets Brand and Communications Manager Devin Heffer said they were honored to be a part of this iconic event.
Heffer said:
The partnership comes at a vital time as communities in the Cape are reeling from the devastating effects of Covid-19. As a community focused company, we are excited to be a part and add value to this fun and vibrant event.
This month, the City of Cape Town during a plenary council session also approved a three-year funding deal that will see the city shell out more than R5 million each year for the Tweede Nuwe Jaar and Malay Choir celebrations.
The KKKA has been awarded R4.1 million for the ongoing exercise to host the people’s parade on January 2, while the Cape Malay Choir Board will receive R1.1 million to hold its marches on the Malay Choir Street.
Mayor’s Safety and Security Committee Member JP Smith said the Tweede Nuwe Jaar Street Parade is a tradition that spans decades and is a very important part of the cornerstone of our cultural diversity in Cape Town.
He said:
This event has faced difficulties in the last two years, having to be canceled due to the global pandemic. This has resulted in the loss of livelihoods and income for the countless people in the value chain who depend on these events for a living.
“We’re really looking forward to kicking off the new year with Street Parade by hosting a massive celebration for their comeback and making sure that those who make a living through these events can continue to do so,” Smith added.
Meanwhile, the City has implemented a series of roadblocks ahead of the festivities on Monday.
These are the roads that will be closed. (Supplied)
