V&A Solve

The founding philosophy of the Waterfront was and is to better connect Cape Town with the sea.

The ocean, therefore, is a focus for us: we are working with core ocean-minded partners to drive goals of sustainability, opportunity and inclusivity.

Our neighbourhood is built around a working harbour and yacht basin, with 3,5km of quay walls and jetties. A full third of the ocean-fronting property is dedicated to ocean-based industries.

In SOLVE’s work, we have identified dimensions of the ocean economy that contribute most meaningfully to economic growth, jobs and social upliftment. Some initiatives – and those with whom we are partnering in this exciting work – include marine conservation through:

Ocean Cluster Purpose
SOLVE’S OCEAN CLUSTER PURPOSE

To create an inspirational example of sustainable, value-creating and socially responsible blue-economy engagement.

We are also passionate about:

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From startup to standout

Picture shows: MC and panel moderator Fred Roed of Heavy Chef speaks with Andrew Smith, one of the co-founders of Yuppiechef and, more recently Brave

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What customers really want

Picture shows (l to r): Hannah Lavery of the Hannah Lavery brand; Erica Elk of CDI, Henry Mathys of the V&A; Elektra Georgiadis of Earth

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Zero waste: how might we get there (or thereabouts)?

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Together, we can solve towards extraordinary.