The Cape 1000 - SA’s Most Beautiful Drive

Following the success of the first Cape 1000 classic car tribute in 2022, the second iteration, takes place from 19 – 24 March 2023. Competitors will take on the scenic roads of the Western Cape from the Mother City to Hermanus and then to George and Franschhoek, before heading back to the V & A Waterfront.

Inspired by legendary tribute races all over the world, the Cape 1000 sees participants compete on some of the best roads in the world over four days and five nights. As the event’s name suggests, it is run over 1000 miles (1 600 km) with 60% of the route consisting of “grand touring” and the remaining 40% comprising challenging regularity stages, during which navigators and drivers have to work closely together and meticulously follow the stage’s timing and speed instructions to achieve success and, hopefully, score some points. So, it’s not a race, but certainly still a challenge, one which is won through consistency, reliability and accuracy.

This year’s instalment of the Cape 1000 will include a restomod/recreation class. Cars will compete in five different classes: 1927-1957 (Tribute), Pre-1976 (Classic), 1977-1996 (Modern classic), 1997current (Sports), and Restomod/recreation.

Some special cars have been entered, with the oldest dating back to 1933. Beneficiaries of the Cape 1000 include the Motorsport Legends Benevolent Fund and QuadPara Association of South Africa. The Cape 1000 promises to not only be a memorable experience for the participants, but also for those watching and cheering from the side lines.

Sa’s Wine Industry Pays Tribute To Its Flag Bearers For The Future

The South African wine industry has formally honoured four outstanding individuals at the annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event, hosted on South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm, Groot Constantia on 2 February 2023.

The Wine Harvest Commemorative Event is a strong tradition in the South African wine industry, inspiring new levels of excellence in an inclusive way. This year’s event, held to celebrate the birth of South Africa’s wine industry 364 years ago, included the blessing of the new harvest and tributes to four individuals who have shown the way for future generations, unlocking their talents to ultimately leave a unique and proud legacy for South Africa. They were honoured in four categories: Visionary Leadership, Growing Inclusivity, Wine Advancement, and Viti- and Viniculture.

According to Dr Ernest Messina, Chairperson of Groot Constantia, it is heartening to witness the growth in reach and scope of this annual occasion. “Year on year, more wine people from diverse backgrounds are nominated to be recognised for their work,” says Dr Messina. “This is in line with our objective of honouring all who are contributing to our proud wine industry. I trust that by recognising the four 2023 honourees, others will be inspired to take the industry to even greater heights.”