YoungstaCPT Marks 10 Years Of “Wes-Kaap” With Special Performances in Two Cities. Renowned South African hip-hop artist YoungstaCPT commemorates a decade since the release of his significant track “Wes-Kaap,” which has served as an anthem for Cape Town and a source of pride for the Western Cape.
Launched in 2016 as part of the mixtape The Cape and Good Dope, produced by Ganja Beatz, “Wes-Kaap” quickly became more than a standard hip-hop track. Utilizing a well-known sample from Dr. Dre’s hit “The Next Episode,” it emerged as a vibrant homage to Cape Town’s culture, identity, and distinctive language.
With lyrics that proudly reflect the city, “Wes-Kaap” became a common choice in various settings across the province, reverberating from taxis, gatherings, barbecues, and clubs, solidifying YoungstaCPT as one of South Africa’s notable regional figures.
To celebrate the song’s tenth anniversary, YoungstaCPT, along with Y?GEN Entertainment, has organized two unique performances over a weekend.
The first will occur on Friday, 10 July 2026, at COCO in Johannesburg, while the second will follow on Saturday, 11 July 2026, at CABO in Cape Town.
Instead of a comprehensive tour, these shows are intended as a focused homage to the track that has molded an entire generation of South African hip-hop enthusiasts. The organizers characterize “Wes-Kaap” as not merely a song, but a cultural marker that has encapsulated the essence of the Mother City for ten years.
Attendees can look forward to an engaging live experience filled with sing-alongs and the vibrant energy that has made YoungstaCPT a highly regarded artist in Cape Town.
The anniversary performances seek to bring together fans from both Johannesburg and Cape Town in recognition of a song that remains influential a decade after its debut.
Tickets for the events can be purchased via Webtickets, allowing fans to join in a weekend celebrating one of the most significant anthems in South African hip-hop history.
For countless listeners, the core message remains enduring: “Wes-Kaap tot laat,” a testament to a track that still echoes the sound and pride of the Mother City.
