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    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.

    Historic Greenmarket Square public ablution facility restored

    Historic Greenmarket Square public ablution facility restored

    22 June 2026

    ​The City has officially reopened the refurbished public ablution facility at Greenmarket Square

    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

    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.

    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

    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

    Investment into swimming pool infrastructure continues

    Investment into swimming pool infrastructure continues

    20 February 2026

    ​A number of public swimming pools will close from Monday, 23 February 2026, as part of an important programme of planned infrastructure repairs

    Beat the heat with the City’s Cool Spaces pilot

    Beat the heat with the City’s Cool Spaces pilot

    27 January 2026

    The Cool Spaces pilot forms part of the City of Cape Town’s broader heat response initiative, offering residents a safe, cool environment during periods of extreme heat.

    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

    Council approves Spine Road Development Corridor Framework

    Council approves Spine Road Development Corridor Framework

    09 December 2025

    Spine Road is extremely congested

    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.

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

    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.

    City invests millions to safeguard public facilities

    City invests millions to safeguard public facilities

    24 August 2025

    The City is investing in the safety of its clinics, libraries, parks and other facilities to ensure they remain open and accessible for generations to come.

    The Maths forcing Cape Town's Dial-a-Ride shift

    The Maths forcing Cape Town's Dial-a-Ride shift

    22 August 2025

    The City of Cape Town acknowledges the concerns raised about the upcoming changes to the Dial-a-Ride service

    City completes R27m upgrade to Bishop Lavis Sports Ground

    City completes R27m upgrade to Bishop Lavis Sports Ground

    20 August 2025

    A new 11-a-side synthetic soccer pitch and family park was recently completed as part of the final stage of the R27m transformative upgrade.

    City’s Mobile Office coming to Kensington, Lwandle and Hangberg

    City’s Mobile Office coming to Kensington, Lwandle and Hangberg

    13 June 2025

    City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office will be providing municipal services in Kensington, Lwandle and Hangberg next week

    Vandals force closure of Retreat swimming pool

    Vandals force closure of Retreat swimming pool

    25 April 2025

    The incident comes just six months after the Retreat indoor swimming pool reopened to the public, following a period of critical repairs and maintenance.

    City Marks Earth Day with Trees and Hope

    City Marks Earth Day with Trees and Hope

    17 April 2025

    The City’s Recreation and Parks Department marked Earth Day 2025 at Wynberg Park, to honour this year’s global Earth Day theme ‘Our Power, Our Planet’.

    "Invested in Hope"

    27 March 2025

    “Invested in Hope” Budget 2025/26

    Major upgrades transform Bishop Lavis Sports Ground

    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

    Retreat swimming pool back in business

    Retreat swimming pool back in business

    18 October 2024

    With Retreat back in business, all eyes are now on Strand, which is set to reopen in early December.

    Librarians, take a bow!

    Librarians, take a bow!

    09 July 2024

    The City has 268 librarians with a collective 3 743 years of service.

     Africa’s elite in the Mother City for Absa Cape Town 10K

    Africa’s elite in the Mother City for Absa Cape Town 10K

    08 May 2024

    City support ABSA Cape Town 10K event

     It’s game on at new Woodstock Netball Court

    It’s game on at new Woodstock Netball Court

    11 December 2023

    The City’s Recreation and Parks Department unveiled the New Netball Court at Golders Green Park, Woodstock.

    All set for the biggest SVNS rugby party in the Mother City

    All set for the biggest SVNS rugby party in the Mother City

    07 December 2023

    ​World Rugby’s revamped SNVS Series hits the Mother City this weekend 9-10 December for two days of rugby, live music and all-round fun.

    Fence upgrade at Langa sportsfield nearing completion

    Fence upgrade at Langa sportsfield nearing completion

    24 October 2023

    ​The City’s Recreation and Parks Department is finalising the R 4 million field and fencing rehabilitation project at the Langa complex

    Match on for South African Table Tennis Championship

    Match on for South African Table Tennis Championship

    03 October 2023

    This national tournament is a highly popular indoor sporting event which includes the South African Para, Vets, Junior and Senior Open categories

    City hosts a weekend of sports and games

    City hosts a weekend of sports and games

    22 August 2023

    The sports day took place at two venues to accommodate more activities and provide for the 500 residents in Ward 4 who took part in the tournaments.

    Lotus River scores latest Netball World Cup Mural

    Lotus River scores latest Netball World Cup Mural

    12 June 2023

    The Lotus River mural is the tenth legacy mural

    City launches satellite clinic for youth in Belhar

    City launches satellite clinic for youth in Belhar

    11 June 2023

    The facility will further progress City Health’s continuous goal of providing a safe place for youth to receive healthcare.

    Dunoon Boxing Tournament is a knockout

    Dunoon Boxing Tournament is a knockout

    20 April 2023

    This year's event was held at Dunoon Primary School, due to its central location, and so that more spectators could be accommodated to cheer on their favourite boxers.

    Kuils River mural marks five month countdown to Netball World Cup

    Kuils River mural marks five month countdown to Netball World Cup

    28 February 2023

    Alderman JP Smith unveiled the latest Netball World Cup 2023 legacy mural at Sarepta Recreation Centre in Kuils River

    New Langa pump track pedals to completion

    New Langa pump track pedals to completion

    17 December 2022

    The City of Cape Town’s Recreation and Parks Department officially opened the new Langa pump track today.

    Jolly holiday fun has already begun

    Jolly holiday fun has already begun

    09 December 2022

    The summer holiday is the most anticipated vacation, not only because it's the festive season, but it's also the longest school break.

    City ready for Cape Town Sevens comeback

    City ready for Cape Town Sevens comeback

    08 December 2022

    It's all systems go for the first HSBC Cape Town Sevens in three years.

    Batavia Street residents roll up their sleeves to save rare fynbos species

    Batavia Street residents roll up their sleeves to save rare fynbos species

    28 November 2022

    Community involvement has been shown as one of the topmost contributors to protecting the immeasurable value of City parks and public open spaces.

    Recreational hub for Blue Downs on the cards

    Recreational hub for Blue Downs on the cards

    09 November 2022

    The development of the sports facility in Blue Downs into an integrated and well connected recreational hub will be of great benefit to the community, especially young people and learners.

    Cape Town gees kicks into gear for Rugby World Cup Sevens

    Cape Town gees kicks into gear for Rugby World Cup Sevens

    06 September 2022

    ​Africa’s first ever Rugby World Cup 7s is taking place at the DHL Stadium from Friday, 9 September to Sunday 11, September 2022.

    Killarney International Raceway gearing up as Cape hub for global motorsport

    Killarney International Raceway gearing up as Cape hub for global motorsport

    09 August 2022

    In yet another milestone boost for economic growth, jobs and destination Cape Town, the City’s Mayoral Committee has recommended the approval of a new lease for Killarney International Raceway operated by Western Province Motor Club (WPMC).

    Spotlight on youth this June

    Spotlight on youth this June

    12 June 2022

    We recognise the role of the youth in our country’s history and pay tribute to the many lives lost in the pursuit of our freedom

    City offers boredom busters this winter holiday

    City offers boredom busters this winter holiday

    09 June 2022

    There’s no time for boredom this winter holiday, as these two departments are offering hundreds of programmes to keep young minds busy and active

    Children can play, learn and have fun at Recreational Hubs

    Children can play, learn and have fun at Recreational Hubs

    21 March 2022

    The City’s Recreation and Parks Department arranged for a day of fun, sports and games for 200 children under the age of 12 at the Weltevreden Recreational Hub.

    Making the City more accessible and responsive to residents

    Making the City more accessible and responsive to residents

    30 November 2021

    As the new political head of this directorate, I will be prioritising areas for improvement and excellence to make sure we meet and exceed the very high service delivery standards of residents and the business community

    African boat-building market spells good news for Cape Town

    African boat-building market spells good news for Cape Town

    08 July 2021

    Published by The Business Research Company, the report says that the Compound Annual Growth Rate of the continental market will grow by 8,6%, second only to the Middle East region’s 9,4%

    Youngsters rumble in the ring for Dunoon Boxing Championship

    Youngsters rumble in the ring for Dunoon Boxing Championship

    17 May 2021

    Annual boxing tournament in Dunoon

    Hectares of alien vegetation cleared for endangered Cape Fynbos to flourish

    Hectares of alien vegetation cleared for endangered Cape Fynbos to flourish

    29 March 2021

    For months starting in November last year, the need to remove Port Jackson at Bowlers Public Open Space became apparent when the growth spurt of the invasive species started to affect the remnants of the critically endangered Cape Flats Sand

    Hub launched to curb drownings

    Hub launched to curb drownings

    13 November 2020

    Visitors to Table View beachfront will soon notice a new feature parked in Otto du Plessis Drive.

    Completed community projects benefit most vulnerable communities across city

    Completed community projects benefit most vulnerable communities across city

    07 August 2020

    Community Services and Health gives a breakdown for community projects.

    City to pilot community-based recycling initiative in Lotus Park informal settlement

    City to pilot community-based recycling initiative in Lotus Park informal settlement

    23 June 2020

    The City’s Urban Management Department will be piloting a community-based recycling initiative in Lotus Park informal settlement in Gugulethu

    City to close facilities to contain spread of COVID-19, encourages use of online services where possible

    City to close facilities to contain spread of COVID-19, encourages use of online services where possible

    17 March 2020

    The City of Cape Town has noted the key containment and mitigation measures that are being implemented across the world and in South Africa in an effort to reduce the spread of the COVID-19.

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