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Cape Town buzzing as it hosts iconic Tweede Nuwe Jaar Street Parade


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The city of Cape Town will today host the iconic Tweede Nuwe Jaar Street Parade. Following the Klopse Jol at Athlone Stadium, the parade promises a spectacular display of vibrant costumes, ghoema beats, and electrifying performances as 20,000 performers from 18 troupes march from District Six to Bo-Kaap. With up to 100,000 spectators, this event celebrates Cape Town's rich cultural heritage, rooted in the 19th century. The Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association, in collaboration with the City of Cape Town and Hollywoodbets, says its all systems go for this unforgettable tradition. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Muneeb Gambeno, Director of the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA) ahead of the parade. 

 

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