Youth Day celebrations at Adriaanse Library
19 June 2026
Adriaanse Library, in partnership with the Cape Town Multi-Service Centre (CTMSC), successfully hosted a Youth Day fun day programme on Monday, 15 June 2026 at the Adriaanse Civic Hall. The event was organised to commemorate Youth Day while educating, empowering and engaging young people within our community.
The programme aimed to create awareness about library and health services and opportunities available to young people, raise awareness about various social issues affecting them while providing a safe and enjoyable recreational experience.
Representatives from CTMSC addressed several social challenges and highlighted the support services available within the community.
Information regarding local clinics and healthcare services was shared to promote health awareness and wellbeing.
Although the event was planned for approximately 200 participants, attendance exceeded expectations, with more than 350 children and youth attending throughout the day.
Following an educational programme, participants enjoyed a variety of recreational activities facilitated by the Sports and Recreation Department and included soccer, netball, board games, team-building activities, and various fun and recreational games.
These activities encouraged teamwork, social interaction, and healthy participation among the youth, contributing significantly to the success of the event.
The programme was further enhanced by the attendance of popular TikTok influencers Selelie Boy and Woza Carlito, whose presence generated great excitement and enthusiasm among participants. Their interaction with the youth created memorable moments and added significant value to the day's celebrations.
‘The programme was a resounding success as evidenced by the sheer number of young people who turned up. I want to encourage them to grab hold of the educational and recreational opportunities that were presented. The event demonstrated the power of collaboration, partnership, and community involvement in creating meaningful experiences for young people. It’s a reminder of the positive impact that happens when the City, organisations, community members, and stakeholders work together to invest in and empower the next generation,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Councillor Francine Higham.
Caption 1: Some of the young people enjoyed a game of soccer facilitated by the Recreation and Parks Department.
Caption 2: Libraries mascot, LiBee, engaged with young people at the Adriaanse Library event
Caption 3: Local youth dance group, Team Gwala Beats, entertained the crowd.
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City of Cape Town, Media Office
