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Live Nation has announced plans for The Dome, a new 10,500-capacity arena in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Live Nation has teamed up with Stadium Management South Africa and Gearhouse South Africa on the project. The Dome will be located next to FNB Stadium in Johannesburg’s Nasrec suburb.
The venue is set to become South Africa’s largest dedicated live entertainment space and marks Live Nation’s first permanent venue in Africa. Live Nation said the project reflects its commitment to expanding venue infrastructure, growing the touring circuit, and bringing African fans even more shows from local and international artists.
The Dome will serve as a hub for local and pan-African talent, featuring genres such as afrobeats, amapiano, dance, pop, hip-hop and R&B. Nigerian afrobeats star Tems has announced her first solo headline show at the venue on March 20, 2025.
The Dome has been designed, manufactured and built in South Africa. It offers over 6,000 square metres of multi-purpose space and will be used for conferences, exhibitions, banquets and product launches.
Live Nation South Africa will promote and produce The Dome’s events, while Stadium Management South Africa will oversee the management of the facility as part of its agreement with the City of Johannesburg.
Justin Van Wyk, chief executive of Live Nation South Africa, said: “The Dome fills a critical gap in South Africa’s live entertainment scene, creating a unique space that will support pan-African talent. The venue will provide new opportunities to connect emerging and established artists with a new demographic of South African fans.”
Bertie Grobbelaar, chief executive of Stadium Management South Africa, added: “This collaboration with Live Nation and Gearhouse South Africa reflects our shared vision to not only host world-class events but also empower local talent, boost economic growth, and create a vibrant cultural hub in Johannesburg and the Gauteng Province. We are proud to contribute to a venue that will inspire and connect audiences, artists, and communities across Africa and beyond.”
FNB Stadium is managed by Stadium Management South Africa and has a capacity of 94,000. The stadium, also known as Soccer City, was used during the 2010 FIFA World Cup, hosting the opening match and final.
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