Political stability strengthens Cape Town’s appeal to investors

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: October 4, 2026Country: South Africa
Politics
Political stability strengthens Cape Town’s appeal to investors

Cape Town's political stability over the past five years has helped attract both local and international investors, unlike other municipalities with coalition-led governments that have seen frequent changes. The city is the only metropolitan council to have retained the same political party and mayor throughout a full term. Professor Zwelinzima Ndevu states that this stability is crucial for investor confidence, which could decline if political instability arises. He predicts that the DA will likely secure an outright majority in the upcoming local elections on November 4, ensuring ongoing stability.

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