• ​It should be a vibrant arts and culture centre supporting local artists and developing the heritage of Langa
• It should be open to residents to enjoy, perform and exhibit talent
• It should be a space where tourism activity can add to the liveliness of the centre, stimulating economic development and creating job opportunities 

A plan of action over three years was agreed on. This includes the City managing the centre in consultation with and through capacitation of the Langa Arts Association and the Langa Heritage Foundation. 

The shared vision and the plan of action showcase the City of Cape Town’s commitment to working together with the community in order to make progress possible. 

The Post Office will be a catalyst for promoting the cultural environment in Langa as the space will be used as a project room and to host exhibitions and workshops. 

The City, through the Arts and Culture Department, is investing a further R4,5 million into the Guga S’thebe Arts Centre and Theatre and the Langa Museum project.

‘The large number of tourists not only provides for the possibility of greater economic development, but also creates an opportunity for developing sustainable, innovative and contemporary products for all residents to enjoy and discover Langa. It is also about creating an opportunity for bridge-building between communities.

The successful Open Streets Langa project in 2014 is an example of how strong bridge-building can be,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Tourism, Events and Economic Development, Councillor Garreth Bloor.

The Guga S’thebe Arts Centre offers a platform to showcase the arts in various forms.

The visitor centre is also being redeveloped to accommodate a café during the 2016 – 2017 financial year.

‘These cultural spaces should become a dynamic environment that will engage residents and visitors and serve as hubs of opportunity that will be frequently visited,’ said the Chairperson of the City’s Subcouncil 15, Alderman Brian Watkyns.