Organisers of Cape Town’s globally famed International Jazz Festival have announced that 2020 edition scheduled for March 27 has been postponed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
They say it was a necessary decision not to jeopardise the health of festival goers and the dozens of international and local acts.
The organisers have apologised for the late notice of the cancellation, but say it was needed as a public health precautionary measure.
Jazz lovers have been referred to the Jazz Festival’s website for questions and the refund of tickets.
Earlier, organisers of the Jazz Festival said there are no plans to cancel or postpone the event at this stage in light of the spread of the coronavirus.
Management of the Cape Town international Jazz Festival said they’re working with government to find the best way forward for the 2020 event.
They’re in contact with both the National Health Department and the National Institute for Communicable Diseases.
The necessary updates will be communicated via their website and various social media platforms.
Sold as Africa’s Grandest Gathering, the hugely popular festival draws musicians and patrons from all over the world.
Pianist Abdullah Ibrahim has already pulled out because of fears of contracting the virus.
So far, eight more cases of the COVID-19 infection have been recorded in South Africa, bringing the total to 24.
The infographic below below details the living conditions of those who will be under quarantine:
