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    City sets deadline for safer e-scooter use on Sea Point Promenade  

    City sets deadline for safer e-scooter use on Sea Point Promenade  

    06 August 2026

    Recreation and Parks will finalise and publish the conditions governing the use of electric mobility devices on the Promenade as well as erect new signage by the end of August.

    Transport and parking information for a blockbuster sports weekend

    Transport and parking information for a blockbuster sports weekend

    05 August 2026

    Free MyCiTi event shuttle services will operate before and after the match for all valid ticket holders

    City targets community halls for repairs as refurbishments progress

    City targets community halls for repairs as refurbishments progress

    30 July 2026

    The Recreation and Parks Department is responsible for 201 Civic Centres, including Community Halls, Centres, Recreation Hubs and Multi-purpose centres around the metro.

    City proposes R366 million capital investment in community facilities

    City proposes R366 million capital investment in community facilities

    05 July 2026

    Among the projects on the table are cemetery upgrades, the rebuild of Suiderstrand Library and ongoing redevelopment of the Strandfontein Pavilion.

    More than R1,7 million investment in grassroots football development

    More than R1,7 million investment in grassroots football development

    25 June 2026

    The Bayview U16 Youth Cup is one of several grassroots football events supported by the City through the Special Events Committee.

    Youth Day celebrations at Adriaanse Library

    Youth Day celebrations at Adriaanse Library

    19 June 2026

    Following an educational programme, participants enjoyed a variety of recreational activities facilitated by the Sports and Recreation Department

    City libraries and recreation centres ready for winter school holiday fun

    City libraries and recreation centres ready for winter school holiday fun

    19 June 2026

    The Recreation and Parks Department’s programme is packed with activities and include sports and indoor games

    City brings Youth Day sport and recreation activities to communities across Cape Town

    City brings Youth Day sport and recreation activities to communities across Cape Town

    18 June 2026

    City supported various Youth Day activities

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Masiphumelele and Richwood

    City’s Mobile Office heading to Masiphumelele and Richwood

    28 May 2026

    These mobile office visits bring essential municipal support to residents' doorsteps

    Blue Downs and Wesfleur upgrades secure World Athletics Class Two certification

    Blue Downs and Wesfleur upgrades secure World Athletics Class Two certification

    11 May 2026

    The Class Two Certification for Wesfleur is valid until November 2030 and for Blue Downs until November 2031.

    Cape Town 10k reroutes to iconic finish for 2026 edition

    Cape Town 10k reroutes to iconic finish for 2026 edition

    05 May 2026

    ​For the first time in its 11-year history, the race will finish on the iconic Grand Parade with a backdrop of City Hall and Table Mountain

    Cape Town Marathon parking restrictions for a car-free route

    Cape Town Marathon parking restrictions for a car-free route

    28 April 2026

    The Cape Town Marathon is being assessed on the event’s operational standards and participant experience as part of its bid to join the prestigious Abbott World Marathon Majors.

     City hosts first engagement with sporting fraternity

    City hosts first engagement with sporting fraternity

    22 April 2026

    MAYCO Member, Cllr. Francine Higham and officials from the City’s Recreation and Parks Department hosted the first in a series of seminars with the sporting fraternity at the Council Chambers on Saturday, 18 April 2026

    Parking and transport information for Stormers vs Glasgow Warriors and Ultra South Africa

    Parking and transport information for Stormers vs Glasgow Warriors and Ultra South Africa

    22 April 2026

    The DHL Stormers play their last regular season home game against Glasgow Warriors on Saturday, 25 April 2026.

    Hout Bay facilities restored with over R9 million investment in community spaces

    Hout Bay facilities restored with over R9 million investment in community spaces

    17 April 2026

    The City of Cape Town will reopen the Hangberg Civic Centre following a full refurbishment after its illegal occupation and vandalism

    Vygieskraal set to bring cycling back to the track

    Vygieskraal set to bring cycling back to the track

    14 April 2026

    For decades, Vygieskraal has been a cornerstone of community sport in Cape Town

    Thrilling finish to 37th Bayhill Premier Cup

    Thrilling finish to 37th Bayhill Premier Cup

    07 April 2026

    The competition kicked off on Wednesday, 1 April 2026 at Erica Park Stadium in Belhar with the group stages.

    City’s Mobile Office heads to Langa

    City’s Mobile Office heads to Langa

    02 April 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office will once again be on the move to provide residents with convenient access to essential municipal services.

    Mayor Hill-Lewis speech: Tabling of 2026-27: City of Hope Budget

    Mayor Hill-Lewis speech: Tabling of 2026-27: City of Hope Budget

    31 March 2026

    Mayor Hill-Lewis City of Hope Budget Speech

    Bafana Bafana take on Panama at DHL Stadium tomorrow night

    Bafana Bafana take on Panama at DHL Stadium tomorrow night

    30 March 2026

    Cape Town football fans have a big one to look forward to. Bafana Bafana face Panama in an international friendly at DHL Stadium

    Swimming gala highlights water safety as school holidays begin

    Swimming gala highlights water safety as school holidays begin

    29 March 2026

    The learn to swim programme is part of the City's broader drowning prevention, water safety and active living programmes.

    #YouthStartCT attracts record 700+ entries in its 10th edition

    #YouthStartCT attracts record 700+ entries in its 10th edition

    26 March 2026

    The #YouthStartCT class of 2026 was selected from 701 entries.

    Mayor launches Strandfontein Pavilion redevelopment, investing R300m

    Mayor launches Strandfontein Pavilion redevelopment, investing R300m

    24 March 2026

    ​The Strandfontein Pavilion Refurbishment project is a multi-year capital injection aimed at transforming this day resort, originally constructed in the 1980s around the largest tidal pool in the southern hemisphere.

    Area Games kickstart citywide countdown to Cape Town Games

    Area Games kickstart citywide countdown to Cape Town Games

    21 March 2026

    Area Games hosted by the Recreation and Parks Department in the lead up to Cape Town Games

    Tournament fixtures announced for 37th Bayhill Premier Cup

    Tournament fixtures announced for 37th Bayhill Premier Cup

    15 March 2026

    City Departments Recreation and Parks, Events and the organisers of the tournament hosted the official fixture draw at the Banqueting Hall in the Cape Town Civic Centre last night.

    Mayor opens R31m upgrade to Wesfleur Athletics track

    Mayor opens R31m upgrade to Wesfleur Athletics track

    25 February 2026

    A large upgrade project has been completed

    City and Province renew partnership to strengthen community services

    City and Province renew partnership to strengthen community services

    11 February 2026

    Vulnerable communities will benefit from two renewed agreements signed this week.

    Council Speech 29 January 2026

    Council Speech 29 January 2026

    29 January 2026

    All work, no play

    Mayor opens R30m upgrade to Blue Downs Athletics track

    Mayor opens R30m upgrade to Blue Downs Athletics track

    27 January 2026

    ​Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis officially opened the major R30m upgrade to Blue Downs Athletics Stadium on 27 January

    All zeroes for swimming pool heroes

    All zeroes for swimming pool heroes

    16 January 2026

    There were no fatal or non-fatal drownings recorded at municipal swimming pools – a remarkable feat, considering just how popular these facilities were with patrons enjoying a day out.

    City awaits CTMCA application for available Athlone Stadium dates

    City awaits CTMCA application for available Athlone Stadium dates

    15 January 2026

    The City remains committed to working with the CTMCA to secure a lawfully permissible venue for the event in question.

    Stormers vs Bulls: Getting to DHL Stadium for the game

    Stormers vs Bulls: Getting to DHL Stadium for the game

    31 December 2025

    More than 40 000 spectators are expected to attend the game at DHL Stadium this coming Saturday.

    Non-stop sporting action hits the Mother City over this weekend

    Non-stop sporting action hits the Mother City over this weekend

    03 December 2025

    ​Cape Town is in for an exciting weekend of sporting action from 5 – 7 December 2025

    Keep cool with the City’s summer holiday programme

    Keep cool with the City’s summer holiday programme

    02 December 2025

    The summer holiday is the longest of the year and it can be a challenge to keep little hands and minds busy

    Strandfontein Pavilion redevelopment starts to take shape

    Strandfontein Pavilion redevelopment starts to take shape

    23 November 2025

    The facility was originally constructed in the 1980s as a day resort and includes the largest tidal pool in the southern hemisphere.

    Cape Town launches Safety Plan ahead of record festive deployment

    Cape Town launches Safety Plan ahead of record festive deployment

    18 November 2025

    The Mayor launched the City’s Safety Plan for the Festive Season at Muizenberg beach on 18 November together with the Safety and Security and Community Services and Health Directorates.

    Recreation and Parks expands fleet with new cherry pickers

    Recreation and Parks expands fleet with new cherry pickers

    16 November 2025

    The Department currently operates more than 550 vehicles across the city, including LDVs, tractors, mowing trucks and grab trucks.

    Cape Town awards Civic Honours

    Cape Town awards Civic Honours

    14 November 2025

    Civic Honours are about recognising the contributions of remarkable people who have delivered exceptional public service, in any field of social, community or civic interest.

    Phased reopening of swimming pools on track for the summer

    Phased reopening of swimming pools on track for the summer

    12 November 2025

    Twenty-two pools are already open and following completion of scheduled works, a total of 29 pools will be open by end of November, and 36 by 12 December for the school holidays.

    Vendor applications open for the Grassy Park Festive Market

    Vendor applications open for the Grassy Park Festive Market

    11 November 2025

    Vendors are encouraged to apply now for a spot at the Grassy Park Festive Market.

    David Kramer, Taliep Petersen to be awarded the Freedom of Cape Town

    David Kramer, Taliep Petersen to be awarded the Freedom of Cape Town

    28 October 2025

    ​Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has announced that the City will bestow its highest Civic Honour

    City’s youth hiking challenge builds resilience and keeps youth on a positive path

    City’s youth hiking challenge builds resilience and keeps youth on a positive path

    27 October 2025

    The City’s Recreation and Parks Department successfully concluded the 2nd annual Maclear’s Beacon Hiking Challenge, held this past Saturday, 25 October 2025.

    City urges residents to keep beaches clean ahead of summer season

    City urges residents to keep beaches clean ahead of summer season

    05 October 2025

    Several bags of broken glass and other waste were collected during a recent beach clean-up at Maiden's Cove.

    City supports grassroots football

    City supports grassroots football

    02 October 2025

    The action kicks off with the 14th edition of the Rygate Cubs Festival at the Johnston Road Sports Complex in Athlone

    Sport and games take centre stage as Hanover Park marks Heritage Day

    Sport and games take centre stage as Hanover Park marks Heritage Day

    26 September 2025

    The programme placed a spotlight on indigenous games that have been passed down through generations, giving youth the chance to experience the games their parents and grandparents once played.

    Game Day information for DHL Stormers URC season opener

    Game Day information for DHL Stormers URC season opener

    23 September 2025

    The DHL Stormers kick off a new era this Friday with a rebranded identity, a new logo and a kit paying homage to its history.

    Cape Town prepares hero’s welcome for Proteas

    Cape Town prepares hero’s welcome for Proteas

    21 September 2025

    The ICC World Test Champions Proteas are bringing their Mace Tour to Cape Town this month.

    Celebrate Heritage Day and explore the history of Cape Town or join a community event

    Celebrate Heritage Day and explore the history of Cape Town or join a community event

    20 September 2025

    Explore the city’s heritage with a visit to The Attic Exhibition, a virtual tour of historic objects and art.

    City completes R20m upgrades to Manenberg’s ‘The Greens’ Sports Ground

    City completes R20m upgrades to Manenberg’s ‘The Greens’ Sports Ground

    20 September 2025

    Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis officially handed over the newly-upgraded Manenberg Sports Ground to the community.

    Deputy Mayor welcomes Springbok Women back home

    Deputy Mayor welcomes Springbok Women back home

    17 September 2025

    I want to thank all the women who participated at the World Cup and represented South Africa for their inspiring performance throughout the tournament

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