Die ding het geruk at this year’s Kaapse Klopse jol Thousands, young and old, oohed and aahed as they watched how minstrels jigged their way through the Mother City on Monday. Awash with colour and traditional music, the CBD was full ofgees, with the Klopse parading in bright, eye-catching costumes, moving to the rhythm of drums, banjos, and trumpets. Spectators, who were initially annoyed by the hour-long delay, soon turned their frowns upside down and joined the celebration as several roads, including Somerset, Ebenezer, and Green Point Main Roads, were closed for the parade.
Prestwich, Chiappini, and Waterkant Streets were also closed. The fan walk stretched 1.2 km from Somerset Road to DHL Stadium, a route last used for Tweede Nuwe Jaar in 2015, now known as the Hollywoodbets Cape Town Street Parade. Some spectators were disappointed by the return of the old route, but that didn’t stop them from enjoying every moment of the parade.Some also said the parade was poorly planned.
The centuries-old tradition, which saw many fans camping overnight to secure the best spots, tells the story of the city’s history, from slavery to freedom, and celebrates its culture. Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association, the event organiser, said the day was a big success. Director Muneeb Gambeno said there were more than 20,000 people in attendance.
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