09/10/2026
MAKHADO MUNICIPALITY OFFICIALLY HANDS OVER WATERVAL SPORTING FACILITY
There was great joy as Makhado Municipality Mayor, Her Worship Cllr Dorcus Mboyi, officially handed over the Waterval Sporting Facility to the community.
The facility accommodates various sporting codes, including tennis, basketball, volleyball , soccer and indigenous games.
It is also equipped with dressing rooms, ablution facilities, a grandstand and ample parking space.
During the handover ceremony, Mayor Mboyi urged community members to take good care of the facility to ensure that it remains in good condition and benefits future generations.
“As the Municipality, we appreciate the patience shown by the community during the construction period, even though it took a long time to complete the project,” said Mayor Mboyi.
She further encouraged young people to participate in sporting activities and refrain from engaging in criminal activities, emphasising the importance of sports in promoting discipline, healthy lifestyles and positive community development.
The event was attended by various community stakeholders, including bakhegulu-bakhegulu, the Chairman of Mpheni Home Defenders, Adv. Sydwel Phuravhathu, representatives from school sports, councillors and municipal directors.
The municipal delegation was led by Acting Municipal Manager Mr Gift Maguga.
Meanwhile, Adv. Phuravhathu commended the Municipality for delivering the sporting facility, highlighting its quality and the amenities provided.
“The facility is up to standard. There is enough parking space, and the grandstand is of a good standard,” said Phuravhathu.
The official handover of the Waterval Sporting Facility marks an important milestone in providing the community with improved sporting infrastructure and creating opportunities for young people to develop their sporting talents.