MTN 8 Final Champions

Platinum Stars take the MTN 8 Cup home!

01 October 2013 | News

A drama-filled penalty shoot-out handed Platinum Stars the MTN 8 Cup on Saturday, 28 September 2013 as they took on Orlando Pirates. Drama ensued during the penalty kicks when Orlando Pirates failed to convert three crucial kicks to answer to Platinum Stars’ two successful conversions. It was a tactically charged match, which even saw the miraculous return to action of Andile Jali, who was initially ruled out for a longer period because of a shoulder injury. Although the weather was cold and w...

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AmaZulu FC vs. Moroko Swallows

01 October 2013 | News

Home team AmaZulu FC recorded their first home win of the season when they defeated Moroka Swallows 1-0 at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday 14 September 2013. Their defense was on par and they proved that nothing is impossible. We are very proud of the team and we wish them a fruitful soccer season! Catch AmaZulu’s next home game on Sunday 27 October when they take on Maritzburg United....

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History in the making – Castle Lager Braai Nation 2013

27 September 2013 | Events

Nothing says Heritage Day like thousands of South Africans uniting for one reason: to braai. And that’s just what happened at the People’s Park on Tuesday, the 8th of October. The air was filled with the sweet smell of grilling meat and Mzansi pride as Durban made history. What better way to make history: braaiing up a feast with mates... all while jiving to live performances by S.A.’s hottest talent, and of course, watching an intense MTN8 derby. Good job Durbs! Together you lit ...

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Make your mark – a Durban installation

27 September 2013 | News

Come and share your personal aspirations, reflect on your life and connect with others at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium from Saturday, 28th September 2013 when we reveal a wall of hope, inspiration and unity - bringing a global art experience to Durban. The Moses Mabhida Stadium was honoured to be chosen as the best location in the city by Vega Brand Communications student, Marissa Whittle, as part of her thesis. My thesis looked at how civic spaces can recreate a sense of community.... W...

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Durbs Thursdays – Segway Gliding Tours

26 September 2013 | My Durban

Durban is an overflowing treasure chest of things to discover and do - and the best part is, you don’t have to be a tourist to explore it. You’re a local - everything Durbs has to offer you is right on your doorstep! To make the most of it, all you need is some free time and some of that epic weather Durban is renowned for. And this is where Durbs Thursdays comes in. This is your weekly guide to discovering Durban. And we’re not talking rickshaws or bunny chows. Been there, chowed that. W...

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Discover Durban with the Tourism Month Experience!

25 September 2013 | Events, My Durban

Durban Tourism is thrilled to be hosting a Tourism Month Activation these school holidays and offers a whole host of fun-filled activities for both young and old! This activation will take place at the Imbizo Lawns, Moses Mabhida Stadium from Thursday, the 26 of September to Sunday, 29 September from 10am – 4pm. For the Kids Take a load off while the kids do their own thing. Let them explore our gigantic inflatable candy land and play gym. They can go for an electric car ride or a giant ...

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The battle of the neighbours – Bafana vs. Botswana

13 September 2013 | Events

Our boys in yellow dominated in the battle, but despite an emphatic 4 - 1 victory against Botswana on Saturday, they didn’t win the war. And even though Bafana Bafana aren't on the road to Brazil to play in next year’s World Cup, they did give fans an impressive display of goal-scoring brilliance.

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Things are hotting up this Heritage Day!

11 September 2013 | Events

This is S.A. - everyone loves a good braai. Invite a few mates round, tuck into some good food, have a few drinks and a few laughs... what’s not to love? But this Heritage Day, we’re taking what you know and love about braaiing and we’re turning up the heat. Join us on Tuesday the 24th of September at the People’s Park as we host the braai of the year in true Mzansi style. This is not only your chance to celebrate your heritage, but you get to be part of history when we break a braaiing...

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They came, they saw, they rocked!

09 September 2013 | Events

Eight of S.A.’s hottest talents - a few KZN born-and-bred - took to the ECR Durban Day stage on the 8th of September and treated thousands of Durbanites to a Sunday like no other. Although the glorious weather Durban's renowned for was a bit erratic, the combination of  a great vibe and a music line-up for the whole family gave Durban Dayers more than enough reason to be at the Moses Mabhida Stadium People’s Park. Big names for the day included the legendary Mango Groove, KZN’s very ow...

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Spa in the Sky – We Wish You Were There

06 September 2013 | News

A ride up to the top of the Moses Mabhida arch gives stadium guests breathtaking 360º views of Durban. Pair that with a massage while taking in the scenery? Sounds like a little piece of heaven, doesn’t it? On Sunday the 1st of September, Mangwanani Spa teamed up with Moses Mabhida to treat a few lucky people to a free 10 minute massage at the top of the arch. Surrounded by unrivalled views and a spa-like setting, they forgot all their cares and soaked up the serenity. The aptly named Spa in...

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