The National Sports Stadium, located in Harare, Zimbabwe, is the country’s largest multi-purpose venue. Primarily used for football matches, it also accommodates rugby union games and various cultural events.
Key Features:
- Capacity: The stadium can hold up to 60,000 spectators.
- Inauguration: It opened its doors in 1987.
- Primary Tenant: The Zimbabwe national football team regularly plays its home matches here.
Notable Events:
- In 1988, the stadium hosted Amnesty International’s Human Rights Now! Benefit Concert, featuring international artists like Bruce Springsteen, Sting, and Peter Gabriel.
- The 6th All-Africa Games took place at this venue in 1995.
Recent Developments:
The stadium has been undergoing renovations to meet international standards:
- Renovation Efforts: The refurbishment of the National Sports Stadium has gained momentum, overcoming previous financial and logistical challenges.
- Bucket Seat Installation: The stadium has received its first consignments of 60,000 new bucket seats, with installation set to start soon.
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