From popular breakfast venues and artisanal markets to adventure tourism operators and hidden neighbourhood 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 recognise 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," says Head of Media and Insights, Natasha Fourie.

Kfm 94.5 announces the categories as follow:

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.

Important Dates to Remember:

  • nominations are open from Tuesday, 1 July until Friday, 11 July at 19:00
  • the finalist announcement takes place on Tuesday, 29 July
  • public voting opens on Wednesday, 30 July
  • voting closes on 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," says 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 favourites," concludes 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."

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