Eddie Andrews at the lower cable car station meeting the learners from Mokone Primary School in Langa.
In a powerful bid to inspire the next generation of conservationists, the City’s Environmental Management Department (EMD) has joined forces with the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) to host underprivileged schoolchildren for an unforgettable educational experience atop one of the world's natural wonders.
The "Class in the Clouds" programme, which commenced on Monday, 18 May 2026, offers learners from several under-resourced primary schools a rare opportunity to swap their traditional classrooms for the summit of Table Mountain. The initiative has been launched to mark the annual International Day for Biological Diversity on Saturday, 22 May 2026, which this year focuses on the theme of acting locally for global impact.
For many of the children, including the opening group from Mokone Primary School, this represents their very first time experiencing the iconic landmark. The excursions are set to continue into next week, welcoming pupils from a diverse range of schools, including Mimosa Primary in Bonteheuwel, Garlandale Primary in Athlone, Cypress Primary in Bridgetown, and Moshesh Primary in Langa.
