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The Democratic Alliance in the Western Cape wholeheartedly congratulates the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape Town for the triumphant launch of the Netball World Cup at the prestigious Cape Town Convention Centre.

This historic event marks the first-ever Netball World Cup to be hosted on African soil, and the City of Cape Town embraced the occasion with an extraordinary free concert at the Fan Park outside the convention centre. The vibrant celebration, adorned with captivating street art, delectable food trucks, magnificent Cape Town carnival floats, and thrilling live performances, enlivened the heart of the Mother City's CBD.

As the tournament unfolds over the ten-day period, we encourage all residents of the Western Cape to rally behind our national team. The first game is set to kick off tonight, promising an exhilarating display of athleticism and sportsmanship. For those unable to attend the games at the CTICC, fear not, as numerous viewing centres have been set up across the province for your convenience.

Viewing Centres Across the Western Cape include:

Cape Town:

Bellville - Proteaville Recreation Centre

Langa - Langa Civic Hall

Khayelitsha - OR Tambo Multi-Purpose Centre

Mitchells Plain - Portland Indoor Centre

Eden:

Mossel Bay - Kwanonqaba Asla Park Thusong Centre

George – Rosemore Stadium

Bitou - Kurland Community Centre

Riversdale - Thusong Centre

Knysna - Safe Hub, White Location Community Centre

Central Karoo:

Laingsburg - Thusong Centre

Beaufort West – Thusong Centre

Prince Albert - Sidwell Williams Hall

Overberg:

Swellendam - Thusong Centre

Caledon – Victoria Hall

Overstrand - Hermanus Hawston Thusong Centre

Cape Winelands:

Langeberg - Kallie De Wet Sport Field/Hall

Paarl East – Thusong Centre (open from Sunday, 29 July 2023)

Witzenberg – Ceres

West Coast:

Saldanha Bay Multi-Purpose Centre

Mooresberg - Rosenhof Community Hall

Malmesbury - Score Facility

Darling - Community Hall

MPP Gillion Bosman said: “The Democratic Alliance warmly invites every Western Cape resident to take advantage of these centres and show their unwavering support for South Africa's netball team. Let us come together as South Africans to make this World Cup a resounding success and leave a lasting legacy of sporting excellence. Viva South Africa!”

Issued by Gillion Bosman - DA Western Cape Spokesperson on Cultural Affairs and Sport