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Mayoral Member for Economic Growth and Tourism at the City of Cape Town. #InvestCapeTown #LoveCapeTown

Cape Town, South Africa
Joined September 2010
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Today we launched the first Cape Town Manufacturing Summit. I identified this as a priority and tasked our Investment Facilitation team to lead it. We’re growing key sectors like clothing, electronics, green tech & marine – creating jobs, skills & opportunities. @InvestCapeTown
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Happy 1st Anniversary to the Invest Cape Town Centre! Officially opened by Mayor @geordinhl & Alderman @VosJames last year, this space has hosted events & delegations driving Cape Town’s growth. Here’s to many more. #InvestCapeTown #CapeTownGrowth #InnovationHub
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🇫🇷🤝🇿🇦 Strengthening economic ties! Today, our Ambassador @david_martinon & general consul @BelSophie engaged with @VosJames and the @CityofCT to discuss innovation, sustainability & future opportunities. @FrenchEmbassyZA @francediplo_EN
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Statement by the City's Mayoral Committee Member for #EconomicGrowth, Alderman @VosJames Aviation training and job creation takes off thanks to proposed smart real estate sale. See: bit.ly/4hywVr3 #CTNews
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Statement by the City's Mayoral Committee Member for #EconomicGrowth, @VosJames Cape Town calls for Open Skies to boost economy, lower air travel costs. See: bit.ly/3X79g8Y #CTNews
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I'm thrilled to join Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber to welcome the first group of visitors from China under the new Trusted Tour Operator Scheme at @capetownint. A game changer for tourism, making travel easier. Great to see our visa efforts in action! #LoveCapeTown
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A R1.2bn mixed-use development is coming to Cape Town's CBD! Next to the CTICC, this project will create jobs, boost tourism, & unlock public land's potential. A big win for economic growth & innovation in our city. Read more: shorturl.at/GNKme #InvestCapeTown
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Standing on Robben Island with Table Mountain in the background—two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, each with its own story. Table Mountain, a biodiversity marvel; Robben Island, a beacon of resilience. Together, they embody Cape Town’s heritage and spirit.
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The City’s Mayco for #EconomicGrowth- @VosJames, has spent time engaging with businesses that have benefited from Jobs Connect, gaining insights into how the programme is helping them find the right skills to grow and succeed. Read more: bit.ly/48BQJWO #CTNews
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I’m at Cape Town’s cruise terminal to welcome the Anthem of the Seas, the 5th largest cruise ship globally and the biggest to dock here! With 88 cruise ship visits confirmed this season, we’re proud to be Africa’s Best Cruise Port. Each visit injects millions into our economy.
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In celebration of Heritage Month this September, we are indulging in Cape Town’s delicious cuisine. @VosJames , Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth and Tourism, joined Farouck Salie and his wife Wareldea at their home to learn more about popular Cape Malay dishes.
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@VosJames @CityofCT 🗣️ Welcome #WOHC2024 to Cape Town where ideas come alive and innovation and opportunities meet 🌍Congress Chairs passing the baton from Singapore 🇸🇬 to Cape Town 🇿🇦 @dukenus @WitsUniversity @AFROHUN
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The City’s Mayoral Committee Member for #EconomicGrowth, @VosJames announces the Freedom to Wish campaign in partnership with Cape Town Tourism. This invites Capetonians to nominate themselves or others for unique tourism experience. Visit capetown.travel #CTNews
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With Tourism Month on the horizon, Alderman @VosJames, @CityofCT Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, unveiled the new ‘Choose Cape Town’ branding campaign at Cape Town International Airport. ✈️ Joining him were Mark Maclean, CTIA Regional General Manager, and Enver Duminy, CEO of Cape Town Tourism, as we continue working together to seamlessly connect you to your next adventure! #ChooseCapeTown #TourismMonth #ACSAllence
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With Tourism Month on the horizon, Alderman @VosJames, @CityofCT's Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, unveiled the new ‘Choose Cape Town’ branding campaign at @capetownint. Joining him were CTIA Regional General Manager, Mark Maclean, and CEO of Cape Town Tourism Enver Duminy, as we continue working together to seamlessly connect you to your next adventure! #ChooseCapeTown #TourismMonth #ACSAllence
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Implementing programmes and platforms to achieve forward bookings that creates economic spinoffs for tourism businesses and employment opportunities.
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