Cape Town: Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis officially handed over the newly-upgraded Manenberg Sports Ground to the community on Sept 20, 2025. The ceremony also welcomed MMC for Communisty Services and Health – Councillor Francine Higham and Ward Councillor Deidre de Vos.
Reportedly, The Greens Sports Ground of Manenberg underwent a major facelift which replaced the ageing astro turf facility. The new surface includes a full-size astro turf field plus two five-a-side pitches, expanding options for the many teams and players using the facility. All fields are equipped with floodlights for evening matches.
Further upgrades to the sports ground include the construction of two Weather-Flex multi-purpose courts and a Weather-Flex warm-up running track, renovated internal roads and hard surfaces, the installation of outdoor gym equipment, timber and steel play equipment, new signage, fencing upgrades, and lighting upgrades.
As per the sources, the construction work took place over an 18-month period for a total project cost of around R20m.
Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said that it was a joy to check out these newly-upgraded sports facilities which are set to help young people in Manenberg to develop their talents and reach their full sporting potential.
According to Lewis, top-class sports facilities like these hold priceless value for communities, showing the impact of Cape Town’s SA-record infrastructure investments, 75% of which directly benefit lower-income households.
Councillor Francine Higham said that the Greens Sports Ground is a place of belonging, safety and pride for Manenberg. With nearly R20 million invested here as part of the larger Manenberg Integrated Recreational Facility project, they are delivering on the promise to create accessible, dignified spaces for residents of all ages.
This project reflects the City’s commitment to community wellbeing and to working hand-in-hand with local leaders and organisations to build a safer, healthier, and more connected Cape Town.
Higham encouraged that there were no reported incidents of vandalism in the past year at this sports ground and highlighted community pride in the facility. The upgrade also included fencing, lighting, and landscaping improvements, making the area safer, more accessible and welcoming for all.
She urged all the locals to keep working together to ensure the community enjoys the advantage of these amazing facilities now and in the future.