Council approved nine trading plans opening up 693 new bays for traders city-wide to boost their business and customer experience.
Traders in the City's CBD will soon benefit from newly approved or revised trading plans for their areas.
These areas include Greenmarket Square, St George’s Mall, Company's Garden, and surrounding roadside trading areas, as well as Bo-Kaap.
The City of Cape Town has approved nine trading plans, unlocking 693 additional trading bays across the metro in a move aimed at strengthening the informal economy and expanding opportunities for small businesses.
According to the City, the decision was taken at a council meeting on Wednesday, May 27, and forms part of the City’s broader action plan to invest in the informal trading sector, which plays a significant role in the local economy. The City is also in the process of reviewing its Informal Trading Policy to further support and regulate the sector.
