Cape Town: Sport and games take centre stage as Hanover Park celebrates Heritage Day. The Recreation and Parks Department of the City of Cape Town marked the day at the Downberg Sports Ground with a mix of traditional and indigenous games in the spirit of unity and cultural pride.
Reportedly, families, young people and elders filled the grounds to participate and cheer on, a range of activities, from tyre and wooden go-kart races to age-old favourites such as snakes and ladders, dominoes and more.
The programme showered light on indigenous games that have been passed down through generations, giving youth the chance to experience the games, which their parents and grandparents once played.
Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Services and Health – Councillor Francine Higham said that the Heritage Day celebrations through sport and play reflected the richness of the traditions and the strength of the communities.
Higham added that by creating spaces where people can come together, they honour tradition, build pride and celebrate the spirit of who they are as Capetonians.
Considering this, Local Ward Councillor – Alderman Antonio Van der Rheede said that the participation in sport and recreation plays a vital role in the upbringing of young people, fostering active communities and encouraging creativity.
According to Rheede, even the simplest games, played together, can help them in reconnecting with tradition in meaningful and enjoyable ways,’ said local ward councillor, Alderman Antonio van der Rheede.
Notably, the Hanover Park Heritage Day Sport and Play event reflects the ongoing commitment of the City of Cape Town to foster active, inclusive communities, while promoting recreation and celebrating cultural traditions.
By creating safe, positive spaces for residents of all ages, these programmes will bring people together in the present and will also help pass on the values and heritage to the future generations and will inspire them.