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

18 June 2026

City supported various Youth Day activities

Mayor hands over inner-city Salt River Market site for 970-unit affordable housing construction

08 June 2026

Salt River Market is among four inner-city sites where construction is set to begin this year on over 3 000 affordable units in total, including over 1 500 social housing rental apartments

Council Address - Acting Mayor Eddie Andrews

30 April 2026

Council Address - Acting Mayor Eddie Andrews

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

07 April 2026

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

Two Oceans Marathon week guide

07 April 2026

Information guide and road closures for the Two Oceans Marathon

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

31 March 2026

Mayor Hill-Lewis City of Hope Budget Speech

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

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

11 February 2026

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

Mfuleni turns 50: Mayor joins residents for open-air celebration

02 February 2026

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis joined Mfuleni residents for the community’s 50th Anniversary commemoration on 31 January.

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.

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

Planned water supply maintenance for 18 to 24 October 2025

18 October 2025

The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be doing planned work in the identified areas.

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

​Langa Sports Field residents switched on

26 September 2025

Our city-wide electrification programme has gained significant momentum, providing quality electricity supply to backyarder and informal settlement residents where feasible

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

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

City opens new R13,7 million synthetic soccer pitch in Fisantekraal

16 September 2025

The Fisantekraal Recreation Hub offers a range of programmes for the community, including after-school activities, girls' futsal, netball, rugby, fitness, as well as seniors' activities.

Road closures for Gun Run weekend

09 September 2025

More than 18 000 athletes, combined for the trail run, 10km race, 5km fun runs and the Half Marathon, are expected to take part in the Gun Run.

Women’s Day event brings together more than 100 women

26 August 2025

We celebrate the remarkable women who are making an impact in their communities in their own way

New venue, same intense court action for squash championships

14 August 2025

Makers Landing, at the heart of Cape Town’s Cruise Terminal, will crown the 2025 U17 and U19 Growthpoint SA Squash Nationals champions later this week.

Open Letter by the Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, Alderman James Vos

25 June 2025

Youth day events draw hundreds

17 June 2025

Hundreds of young people across the City turned up for Youth Day sport and recreation events at a number of venues.

Langa lives and services prioritised: Tower 37 emergency relocation successfully completed

15 May 2025

The vulnerable Langa residents understood the urgency of the situation and offered their cooperation, which led to them being safely moved

Iconic route set for 10th edition of Cape Town 10K

08 May 2025

A sold-out field of approximately 15 000 people will take to the streets from Woodbridge Island in Milnerton to Lower Long Street in the CBD.

City completes resurfacing of Bishop Lavis roads

01 April 2025

We would like to thank all our residents, road users, and businesses in Bishop Lavis for your patience and cooperation during the recent roadworks in your community

Two Oceans Marathon Week: Essential logistics and road closures

01 April 2025

More than 30 000 athletes, combined for the Ultra and Half Marathons, are expected to hit the streets of Cape Town.

City hosts fun-filled day of recreation for Langa ECDs

17 March 2025

Activities included inflatable play areas, obstacle courses, sack races, swing ball and structured movement-based games.

Recreation and Parks wraps a number of key upgrades

05 March 2025

The Recreation and Parks Department has hundreds of facilities in its portfolio, including sport fields, recreation centres and resorts.

Exciting March events await in the Mother City

05 March 2025

The City’s Events Permit Office will monitor 109 events set to take place in March, covering a host of categories.

Resurfaced hockey turf gets a (leading) pass

26 February 2025

Bellville Hockey Club hosted the opening of their season on the newly resurfaced turf.

Durbanville in for a hole lot of action at Standard Bank Ladies Open

18 February 2025

The Durbanville Golf Club will host the Standard Bank Ladies Open from Thursday, 20 February 2025.

Treated effluent irrigation to save millions of water litres at 120 recreation facilities

04 February 2025

About 2,5 million litres to 3,5 million litres of drinking water will be saved daily as treated effluent connections are commissioned at a number of City facilities.

Civic Honours 2025: Cape Town Mayor calls for nominations

13 January 2025

A Civic Honour may be conferred on a living person or in memory of a deceased person

Cape Town ready for Proteas and Pakistan ODI

18 December 2024

The Proteas will play Pakistan in the second ODI at Newlands Cricket Ground on Thursday, 19 December 2024.

Be part of history at Cape Town SVNS – the biggest party in town

05 December 2024

Cape Town once again sets the stage for excitement on and off the field.

City’s Mobile Office heads to Ravensmead, Belhar and Kensington

11 November 2024

City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office will be taking municipal services to the communities of Ravensmead, Belhar and Kensington.

Events for the entire family in Cape Town this November

06 November 2024

City to host various events during November

Major upgrades transform Bishop Lavis Sports Ground

01 November 2024

The design concept for the upgraded facility focuses on increasing its functionality and appeal to various user groups

Sanlam Cape Town Marathon: Essential information for race weekend

16 October 2024

A field of approximately 21 000 runners, including some of Africa’s top athletes, will take on the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon on Sunday.

Hockey legends show they still have game

12 October 2024

City of Cape Town is a sponsor partner in the World Masters Hockey Wolrd Cup

Grassroots football shines at Kapstadt CUP 2024

07 October 2024

City of Cape Town host a successful Kapstadt CUP 2024

Cape Town’s October events line-up has festivals, sport, and global music

02 October 2024

October is loaded with topnotch events

City youth shine in soccer showdown

30 September 2024

Soccer youth tournament played at Salberau Sport Field in Elsies River

Spring into fitness with Recreation and Parks

01 September 2024

The City's Recreation and Parks Department manages 3 571 parks, 13 regional parks, 180 indoor centres and 167 sports fields.

City gives greenlight for transfer of school, clinic sites to Western Cape Government

29 August 2024

One such site is an erf in The Hague community in Delft, which will be used for the erection of a school.

Bradwell ‘springs’ back to life

15 August 2024

The Bradwell Spring in Vredehoek was reopened to the public on Monday, 13 August 2024, following refurbishment of its infrastructure.

Totalsports Women’s Race attracts Africa’s elite

07 August 2024

Some of Africa's elite women's field runners will lead a 12 000-strong 'sea of pink' in the streets of the CBD for the Totalsports Women's Race this Friday, 9 August 2024.