​The City of Cape Town’s Sport, Recreation and Amenities Department has committed over 80 staff members and millions of rands to provide recreation programmes which contribute to social cohesion and a healthy lifestyle among residents and communities.

The City’s Sport and Recreation Programmes Policy, which was recently adopted by the City, ensures that programmes are offered in line with the needs and interests of the community.
 
Dunoon Recreational Hub
 
In Dunoon, play leader, Yonelani Msindo, is passionate about delivering recreation programmes at the Dunoon Recreational Hub. Yonelani said it was these programmes that helped to make changes in the community and provide a positive option for activities as opposed to engaging in anti-social behaviour.
 
‘With these programmes we are grooming future leaders and giving them access to activities they cannot afford. I see the policy as a change agent and would like to see the community take ownership of these activities,’ said Yonelani.
 
Research indicates that sustained involvement in sport and recreation programmes can help to combat challenges in communities such as alcohol and drug abuse, crime and vandalism.
 
Active communities are healthy communities
 
‘Keeping residents active and engaged in their free time and providing a safe space for residents to socialise is critical for real community cohesion and development. We would like to encourage communities to work together with the City and spread the word to inspire others within the community to attend these programmes and to help maintain and sustain our recreation centres,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Special Projects, Alderman Belinda Walker.
 
The following programmes are offered at Dunoon Recreation Centre:

For more information about programmes, residents should please call 021 556 4118.