When it comes to live music and entertainment, Cape Town nightlife has plenty to offer. Molo has set up a list of the best live African music venues in Cape Town.

Nyoni's Kraal African Restaurant and Live Music
A new restaurant in Cape Town on the African live music scene. Walk upstairs and experience the size and warm atmosphere of this venue. Visit Nyoni's Kraal for soulful African music and good times in Cape Town. Find it on 98 Longstreet in Cape Town's city centre*.

Marimba Restaurant Cape Town
Open from Monday to Saturday (8pm - 11pm) at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. A stylish venue featuring live Jazz and African world music. *Corner of Coen Steytler and Heerengracht street, Foreshore, Cape Town.

Afro Cafe Bar & 'Eatery' on 48 Church Street
Afro Cafe & Restaurant on Church Street is open in the evenings in summer. Sit outside and listen to bands like Adamu, Cooka, Black Foot and Sylvestre at this unpretentious and vibrant restaurant. Live music on Wednessdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8 pm. *Church Street, Cape Town city centre

Mama Africa Restaurant Cape Town
A true favourite amongst visitors and practically an institution in Cape Town. Mama Africa restaurant offers live African music and jam sessions on most weekends. Pop in for dinner or a drink and drift away on the African tunes. *178 Long Street, Cape Town (+27 21 426 1017)*

Yellow Door Jazz Cafe Guguletu
Situated in Gugulethu, the Yellow Door Jazz Cafe is popular for its Marimba and African music. The Yellow Door is a regular venue for top local & national jazz talent and a true African night out, saturated with African tunes & African hospitality.

Ikhaya Restaurant Waterfront
Ikhaya restaurant offers a superb African night out; with delicious fare like African beer, springbok and boboti and vibrant African entertainment. Every last Saturday of the month Ikhaya organizes the iKhaya Soul Sessions. This underground showcase features emerging and established musicians and spoken-word poets. *Clocktower precinct, V&A waterfront Cape Town

 

Marco's African Place Cape Town
Live music from all over Africa, accompanied by a wide range of African and European fare. Marco's has a vibrant & bubbly atmosphere, and counts as a true African experience in Cape Town's city centre. * 15 Rose Lane, Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

The Africa Cafe Heritage Square
Be enchanted by African percussion and sining staff while the sun sets behind Lion's Head in the backdrop. Afterwards, indulge in traditional African dishes before exploring what else Cape Town's nightlife has to offer. * 108 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town
Thuthuka cafe Guguletu
Thuthuka serves up World Class local jazz, infused with traditional musical elements, and is situated in the Gugulethu township. Thuthuka is popular amongst locals and tourists alike. Have a taste of what South Africa is all about: Dance, wine & dine at Thuthuka.

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