The City of Cape Town is poised to more than double the taxes levied on homeowners renting out their properties through platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com. This initiative aims to tackle the pressing issue of affordable rental housing in the city, a concern that residents have frequently voiced. As reported...

Recent Developments in Regulating Short-Term Rentals via Municipal By-Laws in Cape Town Cape Town has made incremental progress in regulating short-term rentals (e.g., Airbnb listings) primarily through amendments to the City of Cape Town Municipal Planning By-Law (MPBL), focusing on land-use zoning rather than a dedicated licensing regime. Key Milestone...

Hospitality trends for 2026 are evolving towards regional market expansion, a focus on holistic wellness, advancements in hospitality education, and adaptable pricing strategies. At the same time, technologies like contactless check-in are becoming standard. AI-Driven Personalization: Anticipate AI to forecast preferences, set room ambiance, and provide real-time personalized recommendations for...

Your Guide to an Exciting Year! 🌟 We’re thrilled to share our Cape Town 2026 Event Calendar with you! 🎉 From can’t-miss gatherings to memorable experiences and important industry events that will impact your forecasting and general planning, we have curated an incredible lineup just for you. 📅✨    ...

We all know what happens in cities that let Airbnb run wild: ordinary residents get pushed out, rents and property prices shoot through the roof, and whole neighbourhoods turn into revolving-door tourist zones. You only have to look overseas to see the same pattern. But here in Cape Town we’re...