We love to see upliftment in Cape Town, especially by creative hands. Recently, the City of Cape Town and residents of Bothasig teamed up to beautify De Grendel Park as a starter– adding splashes of colour to the area in the form of mural art.
The full initiative of the City’s Recreation and Parks Department aims to “add colour and personality to local parks in Bothasig.
17 mural artists were called to outline the design. Like a huge colouring book, local scouts and families added rainbows of colour.
The mural encompassed a sports theme, merging two powerful loves in SA – sport and the arts, displayed across a 140-panel wall.
“Over time it’s become evident that where communities are active and neighbours take a vested interest in caring for their parks, there are fewer incidents of vandalism and less likelihood of negative antisocial behaviour,” said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Councillor Patricia van der Ross.
Vibrant assets
The City supported the initiative in providing the supplies necessary for the project. Teaming up with the community allows for a sense of pride and ownership of their park as the City indicates.
“City partnerships with community members allow for sustainability in maintenance and development of parks, making outdoor spaces inviting, vibrant assets,” says the City.
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