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Cape Town Minstrels Venue Dispute Deepens as City Files Full‑Bench Appeal

A full bench will hear the city's challenge to a ruling that requires it to secure and fund a venue for the CTMCA from 1 January.

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Celebrations by the Kaapse Klopse Karnival are still set for 6 January 2026. Picture Kaapse klopse Karnival Association

Overview

  • Judge James Lekhuleni reaffirmed a court order directing the City of Cape Town to identify and pay for a suitable alternative venue for the CTMCA event from 1 January 2026.
  • City spokesperson Luthando Tyhalibongo said the city has lodged another appeal to a full bench and maintains no suitable venues are available on the requested January dates.
  • The City offered Athlone Stadium on certain mid‑week dates in January and a weekend in February, contingent on standard permitting and compliance requirements.
  • After a street‑parade application was declined, the CTMCA obtained permission for a protest and marched along the historic District Six route on 3 January.
  • CTMCA leaders say uncertainty has forced many teams to withdraw over costs, and they may return to court, while the separate KKKA‑run Hollywoodbets Cape Town Street Parade is set for Monday.