A number of public swimming pools will close from Monday, as part of, what the City of Cape Town, an important programme of planned infrastructure repairs, maintenance and upgrades aimed at ensuring safe, reliable and well-maintained facilities for communities.
Two swimming pools have already closed, namely Delft and
Bellville South.
COURTESY: City of Cape TownManenberg Swimming Pool , Goodwood-, Lentegeur- and Langa
Swimming Pool, will close from Monday, due to continued planned major
infrastructure repairs, maintenance, and upgrades
‘’Preliminary scoping exercises and site visits were being
concluded and the final scope of works and timelines will be communicated as
work progresses. Over the past three financial years, the City invested
approximately R113,5 million in swimming pool upgrades and maintenance across
the metropole,’’ said Francine Higham, Mayoral Committee Member for Community
Services and Health.
‘’Our swimming pools are vital, multi-functional community
hubs that promote health, safety and a sense of community. These are facilities
that are well-used and are more than just a place to cool off, but we need to
ensure they remain in good condition and maintained. We appreciate residents’
patience as we continue to work towards providing world class facilities for
all.’’
The other 30 pools will remain operational until 22 March 2026, during Wednesday and Sunday between 10a.m and 6p.m. From 23 March until 6 April, these community swimming pools will operate daily again for the school holidays, and close for the season on Tuesday, 7 April.
Done By: Elona Sibunzi
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