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Cape Town sports centre barely usable six years after R25-million upgrade

City of Cape Town planned to spend R51-million, but funds dried up

The soccer field at the Vuyiseka Sports Complex is barely usable. Photos: Sandiso Phaliso
Six years ago, the City of Cape Town spent R25-million on repairs to the Vuyiseka Sports Complex in Philippi East, but today the facility is vandalised and in a state of disrepair.
The City had planned to spend R51-million on the project, but national grant funding dried up before it could be completed.
City spokesperson Luthando Tyhalibongo said the centre is still used by soccer and netball teams.
But the soccer turf is torn and unplayable, and residents say the netball courts are rarely used. A gym programme still operates in the main hall.
With the money that the City spent, roofs were repaired and waterproofed…

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