Durban shore to host international canoe champs
For the first time since its inception, the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships will be held along the Durban coastline in October. The city will host the event for the next three years, as per partnership terms with the eThekwini Municipality.
DURBAN is set to host the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships, welcoming thousands of local and international canoe enthusiasts and paddlers to the Durban Undersea Club (DUC) and Point Water Sports Club from October 17 to 19.
Portugal handed the baton to South Africa, having hosted last year’s edition.
The eThekwini Municipality, during its council meeting yesterday (Tuesday), announced that it had formally partnered with the event, with the partnership extending over three financial years.
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“This global paddling event presents a unique opportunity to position Durban as a premier sports tourism destination. The Championships will promote healthy lifestyles, stimulate economic growth through sport tourism, and foster social cohesion by creating inclusive opportunities for community participation,” said Gugu Sisilana, spokesperson of eThekwini Municipality.
The City has reportedly approved financial support of R390 000 through the Recreation and Parks Directorate to facilitate the hosting of the event.
All post and pre-race activities, as well as the medal ceremony, will take place at DUC. The medal ceremony will take place at DUC on Sunday, October 19, at 15:00.
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