Construction is underway to complete upgrades to the Kopanong Sports Complex in Ivory Park, bringing residents closer to improved sporting, recreational and public amenities. The upgraded complex will offer children, young people, local athletes and community organisations more opportunities to stay active, develop sporting talent and connect through community activities.

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) resumed outstanding construction work in the third quarter of 2026. The project had been on hold since February 2026 due to budget constraints, with work resuming after funding became available around July 2026.

The project forms part of the broader Ivory Park Urban Development Framework (UDF), which aims to improve the area's public spaces and infrastructure while supporting community development, social interaction and economic activity.
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Once completed, the complex will include soccer and rugby fields, a running track, two multipurpose courts, a pavilion, male and female ablution and shower facilities, illuminated walkways and a guardhouse. These amenities will support sporting and recreational activities, while the walkways will provide better-lit routes through the complex.

The current construction phase focuses on completing the remaining sports facilities and essential infrastructure so that the complex is functional and ready for community use. Key activities include completing the rugby, soccer fields and tennis courts, providing improved playing surfaces for local athletes and recreational users.

The complex is expected to open to the public by the end of November 2026, ahead of the school holidays. Beyond the school holidays, the upgraded facilities will create opportunities for regular physical activity, community participation and the development of local sporting talent.

“The JDA continues to facilitate the delivery of infrastructure that responds to community needs while contributing to the development of inclusive, accessible and vibrant urban environments across Johannesburg," said JDA CEO Themba Mathibe.

Written by Elias Nkabinde
11/11/2026

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