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The Citizen
25-07-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
VIDEO: R42m revamp of Kings Park pool to be completed by July 2026
VIDEO: R42m revamp of Kings Park pool to be completed by July 2026 THE R42m upgrade underway at Kings Park Swimming Pool is set to be completed by the end of July 2026. That's the word from acting head of the Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries Unit Dr Zakhi Mkhize who led journalists on a walkabout through the municipal pool on Friday morning. The municipal-run pool was closed in November 2024 after strong winds damaged the roof. Earlier this year the City said repairs to the pool would be completed by the end of April but that deadline has since been moved to 2026. 'Key improvements include the installation of 1500 LUX lighting, glass window replacements, non-slip coatings for stairs and paving, upgrades to walkway structures and handrails, a complete overhaul of two canteen areas, plastering and painting, new signage, a scoreboard, and diving boards,' the City said in a statement in April this year. The pool is the only swimming facility in SA with a World Aquatics accreditation and is recognised by the International Olympic Committee for hosting international water sports competitions. The swimming complex also features both indoor and outdoor facilities. For more from the Highway Mail, follow us on Facebook , X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter here
The Citizen
25-07-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
VIDEO: City provides update on Kings Park pool's multi-million rand upgrade
THE R42m upgrade underway at Kings Park Swimming Pool is set to be completed by the end of July 2026. That's the word from acting head of the Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries Unit Dr Zakhi Mkhize who led journalists on a walkabout through the municipal pool on Friday morning. The municipal-run pool was closed in November 2024 after strong winds damaged the roof. Earlier this year the City said repairs to the pool would be completed by the end of April but that deadline has since been moved to 2026. 'Key improvements include the installation of 1500 LUX lighting, glass window replacements, non-slip coatings for stairs and paving, upgrades to walkway structures and handrails, a complete overhaul of two canteen areas, plastering and painting, new signage, a scoreboard, and diving boards,' the City said in a statement in April this year. The pool is the only swimming facility in SA with a World Aquatics accreditation and is recognised by the International Olympic Committee for hosting international water sports competitions. The swimming complex also features both indoor and outdoor facilities. For more from Berea Mail, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here
The Citizen
25-07-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
WATCH: Kings Park Swimming Pool to reopen in July 2026
THE R42m upgrade underway at Kings Park Swimming Pool is set to be completed by the end of July 2026. That's the word from acting head of the Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries Unit Dr Zakhi Mkhize who led journalists on a walkabout through the municipal pool on Friday morning. The municipal-run pool was closed in November 2024 after strong winds damaged the roof. Earlier this year the City said repairs to the pool would be completed by the end of April but that deadline has since been moved to 2026. 'Key improvements include the installation of 1500 LUX lighting, glass window replacements, non-slip coatings for stairs and paving, upgrades to walkway structures and handrails, a complete overhaul of two canteen areas, plastering and painting, new signage, a scoreboard, and diving boards,' the City said in a statement in April this year. The pool is the only swimming facility in SA with a World Aquatics accreditation and is recognised by the International Olympic Committee for hosting international water sports competitions. The swimming complex also features both indoor and outdoor facilities. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here
