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The vibrant murals you must see in Cape Town

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Cape Town’s walls have been graced with explosions of colour. Gorgeous, top-notch murals are free pieces of art that can be found in the city. The creativity of street artists continues to thrive despite the city’s Graffiti-By-law which was passed in 2010, making many of these murals illegal. Despite this, you will be able to find murals in Langa, Observatory, Woodstock, District 6, and in the CBD, to name a few. I’m in awe of the murals; some have clear messages, some are ambiguous. There are political murals, those advocating for wildlife preservation, women’s empowerment, and some are just there to be pretty.

Salt river mural close to Briar street
Salt river mural close to Briar street

The annual International Public Art Festival (IPAF) is coming up soon. It starts on the 12th of February and ends on the 14th. The IPAF will bring together both local and international muralists who will be creating new murals in Salt River. This is a free event, and tours of the murals are donation-based. To find out more about it, see: http://ipafest.co.za/. Given that the IPAF is around the corner, I figured I’d share some images of the murals you can see in Cape Town.

IPAF festival
IPAF festival
Briar street in Salt River
Briar street in Salt River , Herstory mural
Mural in Salt river by Chris Auret
Mural in Salt river by Chris Auret
Woodstock mural
Woodstock mural
Another Woodstock Mural
Another Woodstock Mural
Albert Street Mural
Albert Street Mural
Another one at Albert Street close to the Old Biscuit Mill in Woodstock
Another one at Albert Street close to the Old Biscuit Mill in Woodstock
Nard star mural in the Aquarium
Nard star mural in the Aquarium
Close to Briar street in Salt river eyes in the sky
Close to Briar street in Salt river eyes in the sky

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I'm a Cape Town-based Social Media Specialist/ Researcher privileged to have received the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Scholarship, which took me on an enriching journey across Europe. From the streets of Paris to the picturesque canals of Amsterdam, the historical charm of Brussels, and the cultural tapestry of Athens —each destination left an indelible mark on my perspective. Now back in Cape Town, I am eager to share not only my international escapades but also the allure of my beloved hometown. My writing weaves together travel with an eclectic mix of themes—from political insights and sustainable fashion to delectable local cuisines and hidden gems of Cape Town. Expect lively narratives that blend fun anecdotes with thought-provoking explorations of current affairs and policy discussions. Join me on this captivating journey where every article is a passport to discovery. Let's discover together!