Switching on of Christmas lights in Cape Town witnessed by thousands
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The Cape Town city centre has been a hive of activity as thousands witnessed the switching on of Christmas lights.
Known as the festival of lights, its one of the most sought-after calendar events by Capetonians.
Mayor Patricia de Lille says the lights this year are celebrated under the theme “We Love Africa”.


