Cape town minstrel parade
Slim chance of CT minstrel carnival going ahead - KKKA
The minstrel parade is part of Cape Town's rich history - every January colourful troupes take over the streets, showcasing their choreography and vibrant...
This year's conflict began with a permit that was issued to the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Assosiasie to host its parade at Athlone Stadium on 2de Nuwe Jaar.
Thousands of people lined the streets of Cape Town for the annual Tweede Nuwe Jaar celebrations. Around 60 minstrel troupes from various suburbs in the Mother City made their way through the city's streets.
Overcast conditions and the threat of light rains have not dampened enthusiasm for this year's minstrel parade.
Not everyone is happy with the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association being granted the hosting rights for the parade.
The City says meetings with minstrel associations regarding the annual Tweede Nuwe Jaar Parade should take place sooner in the year.
According to the CT Minstrel Carnival Association , they need to discuss matters relating to the date of the annual parade and funding.
The Western Cape High Court dismissed an urgent application by the Minstrel Carnival to go ahead with the 'Voorsmaakie Parade'.
It's nearly time again for one of Cape Town's biggest cultural events, set for January.