Kfm 94.5 has announced the return of the Best of the Cape Awards, powered by South Africa’s fintech company, Yoco. Nominations open on Tuesday, 1 July. Kfm 94.5 invites the public to nominate and celebrate the local businesses, experiences and destinations.

From popular breakfast venues and artisanal markets to adventure tourism operators and hidden neighborhood gems, the initiative aims to spotlight the people and places that define the region’s unique character. The awards promise to be a celebration of everything that makes the Western Cape a unique and vibrant place to call home, says the radio station.

“We are so proud to once again partner with Kfm 94.5 and the community to recognize and celebrate the amazing local businesses across the Western Cape through this campaign. More than 200 000 businesses call Yoco their partner in growth, so it’s only fitting that we too uplift entrepreneurs and business owners in this way. The opportunity the public have to nominate their best coffee shop or beauty salon is a special form of tipping, but on a much grander scale — and means so much to all the businesses who work tirelessly towards being the best in the business,” said Head of Media and Insights, Natasha Fourie.

categories are as follows:

Eat and Drink

Best Date Night Restaurant

Best Breakfast Spot

Best Coffee

Best Family Restaurant

Best Pet Friendly Restaurant

Best Takeaway Spot

Best Local Craft Beer

Best Local Craft Spirit Brand

Best Biltong

Best Bakery, and

Best Watering Hole.

Experience

Best Farm Stall

Best Adventure Experience

Best Tourist Attraction

Best Wine Farm Experience

Best Kids Party Spot

Best Market, and

Best Place to Sweat.

Stay

Best Hotel

Best Weekend Stay

Best Dorpie, and

Best Wedding Venue.

Fan Favourites

Best Amateur Sports Club

Best Professional Sports Team or Person

Best Local Musician, and

Best School Spirit.

Business

Best Neighbourhood Shop

Best Beautician

Best Hairdresser, and

Best Barber.

Bonus

Station’s Choice Award, and

Yoco’s Choice Award.

Nominations were opened on Tuesday, 1 July and will run until Friday, 11 July at 19:00. The finalist announcement takes place on Tuesday, 29 July. Public voting opens on Wednesday, 30 July until Thursday, 7 August at 19:00, and awards day is on Friday, 15 August from 07:00 to 18:00.

“Kfm 94.5 is fired up to launch the 2025 Best of the Cape Awards. This is not just an event, it’s a celebration of the local champions who breathe life into our communities,” said Hennie Myburgh, Station Manager at Kfm 94.5. “We’re ready to rally our listeners to shine a spotlight on the remarkable people and places that embody the spirit of the Western Cape, and we can’t wait to see the incredible nominations that reflect our vibrant local culture.”

“I am incredibly excited for the 2025 Best of the Cape Awards. Last year, we witnessed an amazing outpouring of support with over 9 000 nominations and more than 300 000 votes, showcasing the passion of our listeners for their local favorites,” concluded Darren Simpson from Kfm Mornings. “This year, let’s continue that momentum and celebrate the incredible places and people that make the Western Cape a truly special place to call home.”