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Will you be my Valentine… or maybe even my wife?

15 February 2012 | News

Our campaign to invite Durbanites to spend a unique Valentine’s evening at the stadium seeing the sights, sunset and stars - with the SkyCar staying open until 9pm - was an absolute hit! One loved up gentleman put a ring on it when he proposed to his girlfriend on the platform at the top of the arch with the city lights twinkling behind them.  Vishnu Naicker had been looking for the perfect idea and opportunity to ask Ishara Maharaj to marry him. He was looking for something “original an...

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Bumper holiday season as the fun keeps coming!

16 January 2012 | News

Moses Mabhida Stadium had a busy summer holiday season with loads of holidaymakers and locals enjoying the adventure attractions and variety of sporting and music events over December and January. More than 22 000 people took a ride on the SKyCar – still the most popular attraction – and over 3000 took a behind the scenes look inside the award-winning stadium. Fun Segway gliding tours have gone down very well with the public and could be seen buzzing around the stadium and People’s Park...

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Free Skycar tickets hoax

12 January 2012 | News

Stadium management has been advised of a hoax text message that is being circulated stating that free SkyCar rides are being offered on Friday 13 January at Moses Mabhida Stadium. We would like to advise that this is patently untrue and no such promotion is being offered. The SkyCar will be in operation and normal prices will apply. R55 for adults, R30 for children under 12 and children under 6 free....

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Feel the summer heat!

09 December 2011 | News

With exciting attractions and rolling green lawns, Moses Mabhida Stadium is the perfect destination for summer fun. There are great restaurants, shops for retail therapy, and the beach is just a short walk away. During December there will also be a number of special activities on the go at the stadium. These include helicopter flips to the harbour and back, fun kids’ activities and an electric car demo at the stadium amphitheatre. SkyCar Adults R55, children under 12 R30, children under 6 ...

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Master trials biker hits new heights

05 December 2011 | News

Ten time South African Supermoto Champion and master of the Trials Bike, Brian Capper traversed the arch of the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday 2 December 2011on his motorbike - defying the force of gravity. The 350-metre long and 106-metre high arch is the largest of its kind in the world, with 550 stairs from base to the top; setting a massive challenge for Capper to overcome. Capper was excited about his achievement. “For months now; it’s been a process of getting my mind around th...

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MMS boasts new virtual tour experience

02 December 2011 | News

Experience all the fun and check out all the possible adventures to try out at Moses Mabhida Stadium  – without being there physically. Customers and potential clients can now see all that is on offer - virtually on our website. Golden Arrows v Orlando Pirates Virtual Tour The state-of-the-art virtual tour, captured by Virtual Web Solutions, can be viewed on the website, affording visitors a 360 degree view from the top of the arch, inside the stadium and a variety of venues available fo...

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Business booms for exclusive and unique venues

01 December 2011 | News

The stadium has been booked up for weeks with many events, conferences and meeting associated with COP17 as well as many year end parties and a BMW/ MINI showcase. The stadium has a range of stunning venues available for pretty much whatever you wish to do. The BMW/ Mini display was set up in the VVIP parking area and Presidential atrium. Microsoft hosted its year-end in party in People’s Park for 2500 happy staff rocking to an exclusive set from Prime Circle. Style Design College held its...

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Battery-Car Shuttles for COP17 showcased at stadium

29 November 2011 | News

Zero-emissions battery cars from the Renault-Nissan Alliance will to highlight the benefits of green transport as shuttles for delegates to the 2011 UN Climate Change Conference in Durban. The 17th annual Conference of Parties (known as COP17) opened on Monday 28 November and hopes to "stabilise greenhouse gas concentrations at a level that will prevent dangerous human interference with the climate system". Nissan will showcase its LEAF electric vehicle and Renault's Kangoo Z.E, Fluence Z.E ...

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Orlando Pirates beat Golden Arrows in the Telkom Knockout Cup semis

26 November 2011 | News

Orlando Pirates beat Golden Arrows 3-1 in the Telkom Knockout Cup semi-final played at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday 26 November. Abafana Bes’thende seemed on course to upset the Soweto giants when they surged ahead through Robyn Johannes, but goals from Siyabonga Sangweni, Thulasizwe Mbuyane and Oupa Manyisa guided the Buccaneers into their second successive final in this competition and a fifth Cup Final within the last season and a half. Dillon Sheppard was sent off for Arrows in...

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Segway Gliding Tours open up at MMS

21 November 2011 | News

The newest attraction at the stadium is Segway Gliding Tours. Adding to the adventure playground feel of the stadium. With an experienced fun-filled tour guide leading the way, you will effortlessly glide to every hot spot of the stadium, offering riders views of historic victories and picture perfect photo opportunities. The knowledgeable Tour Guide will provide you with interesting facts about the stadium, City of Durban and the Segway that will wow both locals and tourists alike. Segway...

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