The Welfare Department serves citizens across education, culture, sports, and leisure — operating with 45 dedicated staff in close collaboration with voluntary organisations, community groups, and the broader Municipal Council.
45
Staff members serving the community
215
Registered community organisations (2010)
7
Categories of community organisations supported
🏟️ Free Public Facilities
The following facilities are provided free of charge to all Curepipe residents:
Municipal Pre-Primary Schools Free
Football Grounds Free
Pétanque Pitches Free
Sports Complexes Free
Children's Recreational Parks Free
Volleyball Pitches Free
Basketball Pitches Free
Social Halls Free
🏘️ Registered Community Organisations (2010)
68
Senior Citizen Associations
36
Women's Associations
40
Religious Associations
31
Sports & Youth Clubs
28
Voluntary Social Organisations
12
Associations for Disabled Persons
🎯 Council Aims & Objectives
01
Promote social, economic, environmental, and cultural well-being of the community
02
Improve the overall quality of life for all residents of Curepipe
03
Ensure accessible and equitable distribution of services across all areas
04
Use public resources efficiently, effectively, and with full accountability
05
Maintain transparency and public confidence in municipal governance
06
Develop sports and sponsor representative organisations and clubs
07
Provide leisure and cultural infrastructure and organise community activities
📋 Departmental Objectives
01
Coordinate social infrastructure planning and development across the municipality
02
Increase public awareness about social realities and welfare needs
03
Foster responsible citizenship and active community participation
04
Upgrade existing facilities in underserved and priority areas
05
Create new infrastructure aligned with socio-cultural, sports, religious, and leisure needs
Our Approach
Community-Based Strategy
The Welfare Department takes a community-centred approach to social development — treating voluntary agencies and civil society organisations as equal partners in improving social welfare and quality of life across Curepipe. By empowering local associations and supporting grassroots initiatives, the department ensures services are responsive, inclusive, and sustainable.