Geordin Hill-Lewis, Mayor of Cape Town: In Conversation

We are delighted to welcome the current Mayor of Cape Town, Mr Geordin Hill-Lewis as our next Albright speaker on Monday, August 11, 2025.

We are honoured that he has accepted our invitation to speak to Albright about his experiences in the Mayor’s Office and his vision for the city.

Brief biography of the Mayor:

Geordin Hill-Lewis, 38, attended Edgemead High School, obtained an Honours degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics from UCT, and a Masters in Finance specialising in Economic Policy from London University. He is a husband to Carla and father to an nine-year-old daughter.

Hill-Lewis became politically active during his high school years. During his studies at the University of Cape Town, he founded the Democratic Alliance Students’ Organization (DASO). He worked as Chief of Staff in the office of former Western Cape Premier Helen Zille.

In 2011, Hill-Lewis was elected as a Member of Parliament in the National Assembly, becoming the youngest MP at 24 years old.

During his time in the National Assembly, he has served on various portfolios, such as Trade and Industry and Finance, and most recently served as the Shadow Minister of Finance. On 18 November 2021, Hill-Lewis was inaugurated as the youngest Mayor of the City of Cape

Town.

We look forward to you joining us for this illuminating talk.

Please note that this is a Drinks Only event (with a slightly later start) and that members are eligible to invite female guests to also attend. The Mayor’s talk will be followed by a Q and A and the event should wrap up by 8.15/30pm.

As ever with warm regards,

The Albright Committee

Please Note: This event is open to non-members by invitation only. All non-member bookings must be referred by a current Albright Club member.