A crucial part of the Moses Mabhida Stadium is deeply rooted in the man it is named after. To truly understand the stadium, one must first appreciate the towering political figure whose dedication to liberation it commemorates.
Mabhida was an uncompromising anti-apartheid activist, trade unionist and a leading figure in South African political movements. The exhibition is designed to ensure that the history of the anti-apartheid struggle remains visible alongside the excitement of modern sport. Displays reflect Moses Mabhida’s early life, his work organising mineworkers and railway staff, and his pivotal roles within the SACP and ANC. It walks you through his years in exile, the role he played developing MK and international solidarity movements against the apartheid regime.
This ongoing commemoration of the iconic figure dives into his personal life with content marking his eventual reburial in South Africa. Visitors can look forward to learning more about the man behind the legacy in an artistic and educational setting.
