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No More Load Shedding? What Expats Need to Know About Cape Town’s Power Supply in 2026
Let’s start with the good news: the days when South African residents had to organise their daily lives around a Load Shedding schedule appear, for now, to be a thing of the past in 2026. But what does this actually mean for people planning to move to Cape Town? How reliable is the power supply today? And are there still risks to consider when choosing where to live? Anyone moving to Cape Town today will encounter a very different situation from just a few years ago. One Year
Sep 45 min read


Moving to South Africa 2026: What Expats Need to Know About Visa and Immigration
Anyone considering moving to Cape Town in 2026 should be thinking about more than just finding a home. South Africa is currently undergoing major changes to its immigration system. In March 2026, the South African Cabinet adopted the revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection. Among other things, the proposed reforms include new or further-developed visa categories for remote workers, start-up founders and skilled professionals. A points-based syst
Aug 173 min read


Cape Town 2030: Why Constantia Could Be Among the Biggest Winners of the Coming Years
Constantia 2030: Cape Town’s Green Luxury Address Continues to Evolve While districts like the Waterfront or Sea Point are becoming increasingly urban and densely built-up, Constantia remains true to its character as a green, premium residential area. However, anyone who thinks little will change in Constantia by 2030 is mistaken. The district is benefiting from several long-term trends: the influx of international families, rising demand for secure residential locations, inv
Aug 63 min read


Language barriers in South Africa: Do you have to speak Afrikaans or Xhosa?
Südafrika, ein Land mit 11 offiziellen Landessprachen Moving to Cape Town is an exciting adventure for many – whether for work, family...
Jun 26, 20253 min read


Die 10 besten Wochenendausflüge ab Kapstadt – für Expats & Entdecker
⸻ Die Cederberge - Felsmalereien in unberührter Natur Kapstadt bietet nicht nur eine atemberaubende Naturkulisse und kulturelle Vielfalt...
Jun 4, 20253 min read


Shopping in Cape Town - what is better to bring along from overseas
The range of products is surprisingly large, but some things are still hard to find in Cape Town Cape Town is a fascinating place to live...
May 11, 20253 min read


10 Vorurteile über Kapstadt - und warum sie nicht stimmen
Zebras im Vorgarten? Jedenfalls nicht in Kapstadt. Südafrika ist ein Land voller Vielfalt, atemberaubender Natur und spannender Kulturen....
Apr 10, 20257 min read


South Africa introducing visa reforms to boost economy, says minister
By Nellie PeytonOctober 3, 2024 Reuters South Africa introducing visa reforms to boost economy, says minister JOHANNESBURG, Oct 3...
Apr 8, 20252 min read


TimeOut Magazine Local Intel: Geordin Hill-Lewis From gatsbys to the great outdoors, the Mayor of Cape Town shares his favourite ways to eat, chill and explore in the Mother City
Mayor Geordin HIll-Lewis Cape Town Favourites according to timeout magazine Tuesday 11 March 2025 Written by Richard Holmes - TimeOut...
Mar 13, 20255 min read


What are the costs of living in Cape Town?
Cape Town, the picturesque metropolis at the foot of Table Mountain, attracts numerous expats with its breathtaking landscapes and diversity
Mar 12, 20253 min read


Cape Town – Paradise for Digital Nomads
Cape Town attracts digital nomads with stunning natural beauty, affordable living costs, and a thriving coworking ecosystem. Learn how to...
Mar 12, 20253 min read


Cape Town ranked as one of the top destinations for remote workers
The City of Cape Town has been ranked as the 17th best destination in the world for ‘executive nomads’, and the top for prime rent.
Feb 7, 20251 min read


The remote work visa is finally here
By enabling remote workers to stay longer in our city, we can substantially boost our tourism value proposition, as these visitors will spen
Feb 4, 20252 min read


Cape Town voted world's best city 2025
https://www.timeout.com/cape-town/news/cape-town-named-time-out-best-city-world-011525?utm_
Jan 24, 20251 min read


WE ARE ONLINE!
Relocape is finally up and running! After months of planning our website is online, the company has been registered, a bank account was...
Dec 5, 20241 min read
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