Cape Town faces a huge housing crisis rooted in its painful past, with over 400,000 people waiting for homes. The city aims to build 12,000 affordable houses but struggles with red tape, less money, and fights over where to build. While some new homes are planned near the city center, many are far away, making access to jobs and schools hard. The fight for affordable housing is more than just building houses—it’s about fixing deep inequality and giving everyone a fair chance to belong. Despite slow progress, communities and leaders keep pushing for a city where everyone can have a safe, affordable place to live.
