Major revamp for Moses Mabhida Stadium

Image: Moses Mabhida Stadium, South African Tourisms, CC BY 2.0

The Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, South Africa is undergoing a comprehensive refurbishment project which is expected to be completed in 2027.

IOL said the revamp of Moses Mabhida Stadium could be completed in 30 months, at an estimated cost of R284 million ($16.2 million), if a tabled proposal from an eThekwini Municipality’s sub-committee is approved.

The Moses Mabhida Stadium is a venue in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa, named after Moses Mabhida, a former general secretary of the South African Communist Party.

A multi-use stadium, it has become a venue for several events including rugby union, cricket, bungee jumping, concerts, soccer, golf practise, motorsports.

It was one of the host stadiums for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The stadium has a capacity of 55,500 (expandable up to 75,000).

The request for the extension of the contract to conduct emergency remedial work on the concrete and roof structure for Moses Mabhida Stadium was noted at a Community Services Committee (CSC) meeting in July.

Work on the venue will include upgrades to the roof cables and canvas roof system, upgrading the lighting to LED and renewing the audio-visual system.
 
The renovation will also see the introduction of the following new features to ensure the stadium remains a premier tourist destination:

• New Viewing Platform with 60% increase in floor area featuring a cantilevered glass floor for an “Air Walk” experience.
• New Sky Car with increased travel time, which will be accessible to people with disabilities.
• New Big Swing with improved access to the launch platform.
• New Zip Line, which ends at the People’s Park.
• Compression Ring Walk, which provides panoramic views with a sea-facing bungee jump option.

 
The municipality stated that the refurbishment not only secured Moses Mabhida Stadium as a premier venue for sports, concerts, and cultural events but also contributed to local job creation, skills development, and small business support through the procurement of services from local contractors.

Despite the renovations, the stadium has successfully hosted several high-profile events, including the 2025 Nedbank Cup Final and the Toyota Cup match between Kaizer Chiefs and Asante Kotoko on July 26.

In a statement the municipality indicated that the refurbishment project at the Moses Mabhida Stadium is progressing well.

The upgrades to the stadium, which has been in operation for 15 years, have been strategically phased to minimise disruptions to scheduled activities and public access.

The committee acknowledged the importance of completing the remaining work within the revised timeline and emphasised the need for close monitoring to ensure that the project meets both quality and compliance standards.

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