POWER CHAT | Geordin Hill-Lewis on leadership, global tensions & Cape Town’s future

In this episode of Power Chat, author and Daily Maverick Associate Editor Ferial Haffajee sits down with Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis to unpack the city’s record-breaking tourism season, the impact of global politics—like Donald Trump’s statements—on local affairs, and the challenges of attracting international investment amid policy uncertainty. Hill-Lewis addresses issues of inequality and public infrastructure and shares insights on maintaining affordable living in rapidly developing urban spaces. A candid conversation about leadership, opportunity, and the future of one of Africa’s most dynamic cities.0:00 Introduction2:05 Expropriation Act and Investment4:45 Diplomacy and International Trade7:40 Africa Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA)8:35 Cape Town Voted Number One City11:40 Inequality in South Africa and Cape Town15:00 Cape Town's Budgeting and Spending16:00 Spatial Inequality and Housing Plans19:40 Public Transport and Integration22:30 Affordability and Housing24:50 Airbnb Regulation26:00 Political Future27:50 Government of National Unity (GNU)30:00 Importance of Relationships in the GNU31:00 Favorite Moments as Mayor33:00 ConclusionProduced by: Bernard Kotze & Emilie GambadeSupport journalism that protects democracy. Become a Maverick Insider.https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/insider/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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