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CEO Update
As we approach the end of another dynamic year, I am filled with gratitude and optimism for the strides we’ve made together as a business community. Given unprecedented levels of uncertainty – particularly with respect to ever increasing geopolitical tension, our...
CEO Engagement with National Minister of Transport, The Honourable Barbara Creecy
We were honoured to host South Africa’s Minister of Transport, the Honourable Barbara Creecy, at our recent CEO engagement. The transport sector is complex and has posed challenges that have hindered our local economy for several years. Addressing these issues...
Driving Collaboration for a Prosperous Future: Insights from Premier Alan Winde
As part of our ongoing commitment to fostering dialogue and collaboration on critical issues impacting our region’s economic growth and development, we were honoured to host Premier Alan Winde at our recent CEO engagement. With a renewed five-year mandate, Premier...
CEO Update
The elections are done and dusted, the GNU has been established and we have a new provincial cabinet in the Western Cape. For the regional business community, it is hugely encouraging that Premier Alan Winde has secured another 5-year mandate in the Western Cape. We...
In Conversation with Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis | Resilience & Divergence – our city’s building blocks for success!
It was once again an honour to host Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis as part of our ongoing series of networking events between Western Cape business and local government. The session provided the opportunity for Mayor Hill-Lewis to update Accelerate Cape Town members on the...
CEO Update
As we rapidly approach year-end, I want to extend my warmest wishes to our community. We’ve been through another challenging year but can hopefully now pause for a time of reflection, gratitude, and positive anticipation of the opportunities that lie ahead. Amid an...
Growth for Jobs Strategy Discussion
"Unified action is imperative, I urge all parties to work together, collaborating jointly to generate the momentum needed for positive outcomes and collective success. We are in this venture together! While competition has its place, let us focus on co-competition." -...
Collaborative Solutions for South Africa’s Energy Crisis
"In South Africa, the first step in the right direction is the liberalisation of energy generation. However, we must also be bold enough to consider an open market system, allowing the private sector to play a more substantial role." - Alwie Lester During our recent...
Stemming the Talent Exodus & Securing SA’s Future Talent Pipeline with Dr Shirley Zinn
Explore the insights from Dr. Shirley Zinn on the talent exodus in South Africa and discover strategies for retaining and engaging top talent.
CEO Update
Central to the Accelerate Cape Town (ACT) value proposition, is our ability to connect our members with key government officials. As we reflect on recent engagements in the regional economic ecosystem, it is clear that deeper collaboration remains vital for addressing...
NEWS & OPINION
Western Cape Business and Local Government up the Ante on Collaboration and Public Private Partnerships
09 March 2022 | A recent engagement between Western Cape business and local government had, as its core focus, to further discussions around co-operation between the private and public sectors. This, for the betterment of all and reemergence of our local economy....
Public Private Partnerships Key to Infrastructure Development and Urban Mobility
01 March 2022 | “As a regional business community, we welcome Premier Winde’s announcement during his recent State of the Province Address (SOPA) of the establishment of two new departments in the Western Cape – Infrastructure Development and Urban Mobility,” says...
Mr. President, South Africa is Burning!
08 February 2022 | South Africa is on the brink of collapse! A declining economy, staggering unemployment, unfettered corruption, rampant lawlessness, a failing infrastructure – and one can easily draw the analogy that, as too, with the Houses of Parliament on fire...
VIDEOS
‘Your Best Shot’ – Corporate Cape Town Engages the Arts to Drive Vaccine Uptake
‘Accelerate Cape Town & Santam #YourBestShot
#YourBestShot Delft Community Mural
#YourBestShot Athlone Community Mural
#YourBestShot Langa Community Mural
#YourBestShot Mitchell’s Plain Community Mural
#YourBestShot Bonteheuwel Community Mural
RESOURCES
FAQs vaccination in the workplace
Vaccine Benefits vs Side effects: Western Cape
Vaccine Benefits vs Side effects: Western Cape
SA Coronavirus website
Corporate Cape Town Engages the Arts to Drive Vaccine Uptake
22 March 2022 | The recently launched ‘Your Best Shot’ campaign will leverage dynamic and original pieces of art in and around the city of Cape Town to help encourage and drive greater vaccination rates. Spearheaded by Accelerate Cape Town, a business leadership...
Old Mutual Partners with Western Cape Government and Accelerate Cape Town to Launch Mobile Vaccination Service for Outlying Areas
07 December 2021 | Outlying communities in the Western Cape, that may previously have struggled to access transport to and from vaccination sites, can now receive their jabs close to home at a Vaxi Taxi mobile vaccination site. This is thanks to a partnership between...
Leadership Spotlight | Neville Brink, Oceana Group CEO
Tell us about your company & your role? Oceana is a leading international fish and food company, driving innovation and growth through diversified operations while promoting sustainable practices. Best known for our iconic brand. Lucky Star, we operate in the...
CEO Update
As we approach the end of another dynamic year, I am filled with gratitude and optimism for the strides we’ve made together as a business community. Given unprecedented levels of uncertainty – particularly with respect to ever increasing geopolitical tension, our...
CEO Engagement with National Minister of Transport, The Honourable Barbara Creecy
We were honoured to host South Africa’s Minister of Transport, the Honourable Barbara Creecy, at our recent CEO engagement. The transport sector is complex and has posed challenges that have hindered our local economy for several years. Addressing these issues...
Unlocking Opportunities: Minister Simmers on the Future of Infrastructure in the Western Cape
We were honoured to host Minister Tertuis Simmers, the Western Cape Provincial Minister of Infrastructure, as part of our series of ongoing Thought Leadership engagements. As a pivotal figure shaping the region's infrastructure landscape, this event offered a unique...
Driving Collaboration for a Prosperous Future: Insights from Premier Alan Winde
As part of our ongoing commitment to fostering dialogue and collaboration on critical issues impacting our region’s economic growth and development, we were honoured to host Premier Alan Winde at our recent CEO engagement. With a renewed five-year mandate, Premier...
Driving Economic Growth in Cape Town: Key Insights from Alderman Vos at Our Latest Thought Leaders Networking Event
We were honoured to host Alderman Vos at our most recent Thought Leaders networking engagement. Alderman Vos’s portfolio is incremental to driving economic growth and he is well-known for his passion and innovative ideas. Ryan Ravens, CEO of Accelerate Cape Town,...
CEO Update
The elections are done and dusted, the GNU has been established and we have a new provincial cabinet in the Western Cape. For the regional business community, it is hugely encouraging that Premier Alan Winde has secured another 5-year mandate in the Western Cape. We...
Building Cape Town’s Future – Strategic Infrastructure Investment & Collaboration
Last week, we were honoured to host Deputy Mayor and Mayco member for Spatial Planning and Environment, Eddie Andrews. This event allowed Deputy Mayor Andrews to share with our members and other guests how the City of Cape Town is preparing for future infrastructure...
Strategic Structuring: The Keystone of Startup Success by Bruce Dickinson, Partner: Head of Sectors, Webber Wentzel
In the fast-paced world of startups, particularly those breaking new ground, the excitement of innovation and market disruption often takes centre stage. However, amidst this buzz, it's crucial for startups to prioritise their foundational business structures from the...
Inspiration Session with Dr Imtiaz Sooliman
At our recent Inspiration session, we were honoured to host Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman, the esteemed founder of Gift of the Givers. We extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Sooliman for his truly inspiring and authentic presentation, which garnered a standing ovation from all...
‘Your Best Shot’ – Corporate Cape Town Engages the Arts to Drive Vaccine Uptake
‘Accelerate Cape Town & Santam #YourBestShot
#YourBestShot Delft Community Mural
#YourBestShot Athlone Community Mural
#YourBestShot Langa Community Mural
#YourBestShot Mitchell’s Plain Community Mural
#YourBestShot Bonteheuwel Community Mural
FAQs vaccination in the workplace
Vaccine Benefits vs Side effects: Western Cape
Vaccine Benefits vs Side effects: Western Cape
SA Coronavirus website
Galleries
Growth for Jobs Strategy Discussion
Collaborative Solutions for SA’s Energy Crisis
STEMMING THE TALENT EXODUS & SECURING SA’S FUTURE TALENT PIPELINE WITH DR SHIRLEY ZINN
Thought Leaders with Dr Wilhelm Verwoerd & Zinzi Mgolodela
CEO Engagement with Minister for Finance & Economic Opportunities Mireille Wenger
Thought Leaders with Mayor Geordin Hill Lewis & Deputy Mayor Eddie Andrews
DINNER WITH PREMIER WINDE
Driving Economic Recovery Through Infrastructure Development with Minister Patricia De Lille & Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
DINNER WITH THE MAYOR
Lunch with Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis
