Overview
- Pastor John Anosike told congregants his church, Spirit Revelation Ecclesia, bought the landmark after a 26 February municipal auction.
- The hammer reportedly fell at R135 million, though the City of Cape Town says no bids have been formally accepted yet.
- Officials say a multi‑week process will verify tax compliance, financial standing, ownership structures, risk profiles, and heritage obligations.
- The city notes any agreement must pass the immovable property adjudication process and could require council approval before transfer.
- Opposition figures question the price and transparency, citing R4.7 million in recent public upgrades and a further R100 million linked to the site, while the church promotes a ‘Good Hope Vow’ fundraising drive tied to the venue.