World Cup Booklet 17 February 2010

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A WorldClassArican HostCity

2010 FIFA World CupTM

Host City

Joburg


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AWorld ClassAfrican HostCity

Prioritisingthepeoplewhomakeithappen

Joburg 010 FiFA World CupTM Host Cty

Fifa President Sepp Blatter and Spanish Fifa Executive

Council Member Angel Maria Villar Llona (right) present a

coin commemorating Joburgs hosting of the Confederations

Cup to Executive Mayor Clr Amos Masondo last year.


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Foreword

Hosting the 2010 FIFA World CupTM is a once-in-a-

generation opportunity for any city. Johannesburgs

time will come in 2010 when the cream of the football-

playing world and their supporters arrive in the City.

Johannesburg will be a proud and worthy host of the

festival. Our track record over the years shows that

we are capable and qualified to manage an event of

this magnitude.

But our readiness goes way beyond technical require-

ments and brick and mortar elements of moving peo-

ple, accommodating them and hosting them in world-

class stadiums.

Johannesburg also brings an enthusiasm and a wel-coming spirit to this event. The people of our City love

soccer and we can hardly wait for the first whistle to

blow.

Johannesburgs readiness owes much to the support

it has received from the national and provincial gov-

ernments and departments responsible for the prepa-

rations and planning for the event.

President Jacob Zuma set the example by inspiring

our people to use this opportunity to celebrate our

growth as a nation, while Deputy President Kgalema

Motlanthe continued to commend the City on the

progress it was making.

The event will bear testimony to the dedication and

hard work of the Mayoral Committee of Johannesburg,

the City Manager, his senior executives and every per-

son working for the City from its top management to

people responsible for construction and maintenance.

When we started out with our preparations we made

a commitment to the people of Johannesburg that the

money spent on the 2010 FIFA World CupTM will not

be funding a once-off event. Our objective has been to

leave a lasting legacy to the City that will be enjoyed

by residents long after the cheers in the stadiums

have been heard.

This publication shows that we have kept our prom-

ises. We have utilised the momentum generated by

hosting the 2010 FIFA World CupTM to accelerate a

number of infrastructure projects and initiate manyothers.

Thus, after 2010 the people of Johannesburg will con-

tinue to benefit from a cleaner environment, greener

city, safer urban setting and better facilities in terms of

transport, commerce, health and leisure.

Our preparations for the 2010 FIFA World CupTM are

well on track and on schedule. Many of our key facili-

ties have already been completed and are waiting for

the arrival of our visitors.

Ke nako. South Africa is ready. Johannesburg is

ready.

Clr Amos Masondo

Executive Mayor



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Introduction

The City of Johannesburg is in the final stag-

es of its preparations to host the 2010 FIFA

World Cup

TM

. What started off as a dreama mere four years ago has now become a

reality.

For a long time the City resembled a mas-

sive construction site as stadiums rose from

the rubble and roads had to be diverted to

make way for earth-moving machinery and

giant trucks. Now that the final product is tak-

ing shape our residents, who have endured

inconvenience and disruptions in their daily

lives, are able to see the bigger picture.

Hosting the 2010 FIFA World CupTM is

a major project for any city, more so for

Johannesburg as an emerging metropolitan

region that has to deal with the legacy of

decades of skewed planning, wrong priorities

and the marginalisation of the majority of its

population.

Thus, the initiatives that we have identified

as Legacy Projects will enable us to address

the backlogs and leave in their wake a better,

more efficient and more inclusive City.

To host an event of this magnitude requires

more than technical expertise and manage-

ment skills. It requires vision, drive, commit-

ment and passion. Johannesburg has been

fortunate to have the Executive Mayor, Clr

Amos Masondo, at the helm throughout the

planning and implementation stages of thisproject.

Without his visionary leadership, ably sup-

ported by his Mayoral Committee and execu-

tive management, Johannesburgs hosting of

the 2010 FIFA World CupTM would not have

been possible. We also extend our apprecia-

tion to every official of the City who has made

a contribution to our efforts.

Over the past four years we have seen the

best and the brightest that South Africa can

produce work together towards a common

objective. We want to thank our private

sector partners, our contractors, our fin-

anciers and our colleagues in the Local

Organising Committee and FIFA for their

contributions. This is, indeed, a job well

done.

With most of the hard miles behind

us, it is almost time to relax and enjoy

the excitement of the worlds greatest

sporting festival the 2010 FIFA World

CupTM.

Clr Bafana Sithole

Member of the Mayoral Committee

Community Development



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The City of Johannesburg is looking forward to hosting the nations of the world during

the 2010 FIFA World CupTM.

As the premier host city of this global tournament, we are keenly aware of our

responsibility to deliver a quality event and to present visitors with quality infrastructure

and services.

The City is at present in the final stages of its preparations and there should be no

doubt that we will be ready well ahead of June 11 the day the first ball of the 2010

FIFA World CupTM will be kicked at Soccer City.

This booklet provides a comprehensive overview of Johannesburgs successes in

preparing for the tournament from our magnificent stadiums and training grounds

to the legacy projects that will make our City a better place to live in long after the

excitement of the event has died down.

The hosting of 2010 FIFA World CupTM is the result of a massive team effort. It will come

about because of the visionary leadership of the Executive Mayor, Clr Amos Masondo,

and his mayoral team, provincial and national government, support of the full Council,

the cooperation between all departments and agencies in the City, the hard work of

dedicated officials and the exceptional partnerships we have developed with the private

sector, contractors, FIFA and the 2010 Local Organising Committee (LOC).

For the people of Johannesburg this will be an unprecedented event. Our local residents

will be able to interact with visitors from across the world and have the opportunity to

expose them to the Citys hospitality, friendly attitudes and world-class service.

We are determined to deliver the best World Cup ever. This will be an event that will

make the people of Johannesburg truly proud of our world-class African City.

Ms Sibongile Mazibuko

Executive Director: 2010

2010 Ofce


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President Jacob Zuma and FIFA President Sepp Blatter lead the proceedings at the draw for the 2010 FIFA World Cup TM in Cape Town in December 2009.

Blatter hands the official 2010 ball Jabulani to CEO of the 2010 Fifa Local Organising Committee Danny Jordaan.

Football celebrities Doctor Khumalo, Phil Masinga, Roger Milla and Kalusha Bwayla were among those present for the event.


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FacilitiesJohannesburg is the only host city in the country that

provides two venues for the 2010 FIFA World CupTM

namely Soccer City, where both the opening ceremony

and final match will take place; and Ellis Park.

The decision by FIFA and the Local Organising

Committee (LOC) to allocate 15 out of the 64 matches

to Johannesburg not only confirms confidence in the

ability of the Citys infrastructure, transport, electricity,

water and accommodation to cater for a large number

of visitors, but it is also an acknowledgement of the

Citys proven track record in staging events of this mag-

nitude.

Since 1994 Johannesburg has played host to a number

of important global sporting and cultural events, includ-

ing:

1995 Rugby World Cup

1996 Africa Cup of Nations

1998 IAAF Athletics World Cup

1999 All Africa Games

2003 Cricket World Cup

2004 World Summit on Sustainable

Development

2005 World Petroleum Conference

2009 IPL Cricket Tournament

Soccer CityThink about the worlds most iconic soccer stadiums

the Nou Camp in Barcelona, the largest stadium

in Europe; Yokohama Stadium in Japan that hosted

the 2002 FIFA World CupTM finals between Brazil and

Germany; New Wembley in London the home of the tra-

dition-rich FA Cup finals; Aztec Stadium in Mexico City;

the Olympiastadion in Berlin, built in 1936 and reno-

vated for the 2006 FIFA World CupTM Final

Now, add Soccer City in Johannesburg, the 11th larg-

est stadium in the world with a seating capacity of more

than 90 000.

Its striking calabash design will be one of the iconic

symbols of the 2010 FIFA World CupTM unique,

distinct and unashamedly African. This is where the

nations of the world will do battle for the ultimate prize

in football. This is the image that will be seen by billions

of television viewers across the globe that will focus

their attention on South Africa in 2010.

Also known as FNB Stadium, Soccer City was built in

1987 and had distinctive blue and white plastic bucket

seats for 80 000 people. A two-metre wide moat ran

around the entire field to protect players from pitch inva-

sions by spectators.

The first football game to be played here was, appro-

priately, a Soweto derby between Kaizer Chiefs and

Orlando Pirates, two of the most popular teams in

Johannesburg and South Africa.

Subsequently, it staged some of the most memorable

football matches in the country, hosting numerous cup

finals, charity matches and internationals involving the

national team, Bafana Bafana.

Besides being the premier venue for football matches,

the stadium will be remembered for the mass rally held

in 1990 to welcome the release of Nelson Mandela from

prison. About 100 000 people swarmed into the stadium

to hear Mandela, who was later to be elected as the

countrys first democratically-elected president, call for a

united South Africa.

The stadium has been completely redesigned and

almost rebuilt from scratch at a cost of R2, 3 billion.

The upgrades involved extending the upper tier around

the stadium to increase its capacity to 94 700; adding

99 more suites to bring the present number to 184;

providing easy access and designated seating for the

disabled; constructing an encircling roof; adding new

change room facilities and providing new floodlighting.

In addition, private boxes, VIP suites, eight television

presentation studios, a soccer museum and a 300-seat-

er restaurant are being built. New public parking for 15

000 cars is being added and a VIP underground parking

for 4 055 cars has been provided.

The design of the new stadium is inspired by the African

calabash, and its aesthetic appeal will be heightened

when the stadium is lit up at night to resemble a tradi-

tional African cooking pot.

The calabash was selected as it is one of the most

recognisable objects associated with the continent. The

calabash stadium sits on a pit of fire, a depression

that demarcates the security and line of turnstiles sepa-

rating the outer areas and secure inner areas.

Strategically located near Soccer City is SAFA House,

where the offices of FIFA and the 2010 FIFA World

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CupTM Organising Committee South Africa are housed. With its distinctive

football-shaped dome, the building is already one of the legacies of the

2010 FIFA World CupTM.

The area around Soccer City Stadium is also undergoing a major upgrade.

Running north of the stadium is the Soweto Highway, which has been wid-

ened and forms part of the Citys Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.

More than R120 million is being pumped into the Nasrec precinct, in

which the stadium falls. Here the upgraded Expo Centre will house the

International Broadcast Centre (IBC), the nerve centre for all television

operations and the worlds news agencies for the four-week duration of the

World Cup.

As part of the upgrades, the precinct will have a fully-functional transport

hub, including a railway station. The rail system will serve future industrial, commercial and resi-

dential developments planned for the area after the soccer tournament.

Besides the rail station, the transport hub will have taxi, bus and rail drop-off and pick-up points. The total

public transport capacity of the hub is projected at 23 280 an hour. Soccer City is, clearly, the jewel in the

crown of South Africas hosting of the 2010 FIFA World CupTM. For generations to come it will be a sym-

bol of a nation that dared to dream big and claim its rightful place among the nations of the world.

Cty

Name: Soccer City Stadium

Owner: City of Johannesburg

2010 Venue: Opening ceremony, four first-round matches, one

second-round match, one quarter final and the final

Capacity: 94 700

Where: Off Nasrec Road, Nasrec, on the outskirts of Soweto

Completed: Stadium Bowl October 2009

Scope of work: Three seating tiers; new management offices,

change rooms, four tunnels and basement; 230 private boxes;

184 suites; two VIP suites; one VVIP suite; one

super suite; media section with 2 451 seats; eight

TV presentation studios; new roof and cladding

all round; 32 turnstiles; 71 concession kiosks;

soccer museum; an "African Pot" museum and

300-seat restaurant.

Parking: 15 000 at parking area around stadium

and 4 055 VIP underground parking.

Jobs created: 1 300 workers working full-time on site.

More than 1 000 000 working hours completed without

a single injury.

FAST FACTS

Construction at Soccer City in June 2009


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Ells ParkEllis ParkFor decades Ellis Park was known as one of the worlds

most recognisable rugby stadiums and the venue for leg-

endary clashes between the South African Springboks,

the All Blacks of New Zealand and the British Lions.

In 2010 its fame will spread to the supporters of the

beautiful game as thousands of soccer fans will flock to

the stadium in the centre of Johannesburg to cheer on

the teams participating in the 2010 FIFA World CupTM.

The first rugby games in the City were played at

the old Wanderers Club, whose grounds are today

Johannesburgs Park Station. But a stadium dedicated to

rugby was needed and in 1927 an area was identified in

Doornfontein for that purpose.

Negotiations were held between the union and the

Johannesburg City Councils JD Ellis, after whom Ellis

Park was named, and 13 acres were set aside. The sta-

dium was built in eight months and in June 1928 the first

test was played aga inst the All Blacks.

The old stadium was demolished in March 1979 to make

way for a bigger, more modern facility. A decision was

taken to place Ellis Park Stadium under the management

of a trust. In 1987 it was listed on the Johannesburg

Stock Exchange, the JSE.

On 24 June 1995 it hosted the Rugby World Cup Final,

and then President Nelson Mandela came out of the

tunnel wearing the Number 6 jersey. South Africa won

the Cup against New Zealand and Ellis Park became a

symbol of a united South Africa.

The City of Johannesburg owns the land on

which the stadium has been constructed. In

2005 it became the first black-owned stadium

in South Africa when the Golden Lions Rugby

Union handed the management of Ellis Park

Precinct to a company with 51 percent black

ownership. Interza Lesego, Orlando Pirates FC

and Ellis Park Stadium (Pty) Ltd make up the

new management.

Today Ellis Park is the home ground of both

Orlando Pirates Football Club and the Golden

Lions Rugby franchise. While Soccer City is a

completely new construction, Ellis Park required

only a major revamp for the 2010 FIFA World

CupTM.

The changes involved the construction of a five-

level car park with 1 200 parking bays and addi-

tional seating. Ellis Park seats 62 000 fans, an increased

capacity of almost nine percent from the previous

57 000. The stadium sports a row of disabled-friendly

seats on its east and south stands.

Other work included upgrades to the change rooms, VIP,

media and medical facilities and a new north entrance.

A stage has also been added to the bottom of the north

stand for other events. Beautification of the area has

also been undertaken, making it fan-friendly and easing

the flow of pedestrian traffic.

The general area around the precinct is benefiting from

a R2 billion refurbishment, complementing the upgrades

at Ellis Park.

Regeneration is taking the form of a multi-developmental

project, with plans focusing on education, sports and

manufacturing across Ellis Park and its neighbouring

suburbs of Doornfontein, Bertrams, Bezuidenhout Valley,

Troyeville, Judiths Paarl and Lorentzville.

The multi-billion rand transformation of the area is

expected to reverse inner city decline and attract invest-

ment. The greater Ellis Park precinct is home to three

international sports complexes Johannesburg Stadium,

Ellis Park Stadium and an Olympic-size swimming pool.

The Doornfontein and Ellis Park railway stations are

being upgraded to cope with the expected increase in

the number of visitors and the Citys new Bus Rapid

Transit (BRT) system, Rea Vaya, is a lready servicing

Ellis Park.

All work on the stadium has been completed and Ellis

Park has already survived its baptism of fire with the

successful hosting of the 2009 FIFA Confederations

CupTM.

Ellis Park successfully hosted

the Confederations Cup in 2009.


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In addition to the two primary match venues,

Johannesburg will provide three training grounds to be

used by some of the teams to prepare for their 2010 FIFA

World CupTM matches.

These stadiums have been tried and trusted venues for

local sports events over many years, each with its own

history and tradition and a comfortable familiarity for

sports fans.

The 2010 FIFA World CupTM has afforded the City the

opportunity to revitalise these stadiums and conduct sig-

nificant upgrades that will make them valuable assets for

the people of Johannesburg.

Like the match stadiums, these training grounds will form

an integral part of City life after the global tournament

and will continue to serve their surrounding communities.

Long-term management plans are being put in place to

ensure the economic viability of the stadiums and encour-

age public access to their facilities.

Orlando StadiumDesigned and rebuilt from scratch, the old lady, as it is

affectionately known among its loyal patrons, will continue

to draw crowds after the completion of the 2010 FIFA

World CupTM.

The new Orlando Stadium, completed in 2008 is, by any

standard, a world-class football venue. The R280 million

stadium was rebuilt after the original venue was demol-

ished in 2006 to make way for a brand new, 40 000-seater

structure.

Built exactly half a century ago, Orlando Stadium has for

many years served as the home of the Johannesburg

Bantu Football Association and two famous Soweto foot-

ball clubs Orlando Pirates and Moroka Swallows.

Years later, the stadium became a venue for political

meetings. It rose to prominence during the Soweto stu-

dents uprising of June 1976 when it became the preferred

venue for a mass meeting of schoolchildren. They had

planned to march from Orlando West Secondary School in

Vilakazi Street to Orlando Stadium in protest against the

teaching of Afrikaans in Soweto schools.

On the sporting side, Orlando Stadium is best remem-

bered by locals for hosting Soweto derbies involving

Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Moroka Swallows that

were characterised by intense rivalry.

The new stadium boasts 120 suites that can be turned

into hospitality venues. It also has conference facilities,

meeting rooms, a gymnasium, fan

shop and offices. In addition, it has

two VIP suites, one VVIP suite, a 200-

seater auditorium and 60 concession

kiosks. A new underground parking

facility can accommodate up to 2 500

cars. A parking area for buses is situ-

ated at the stadiums north end.

The stadium has a contemporary

design with an encircling roof that cov-

ers 70 percent of spectators. Lighting

is provided by 272 floodlights, which

are located on the roof.

The three seating tiers comprise

40 000 blue seats. The VIP and VVIP

suites are serviced by two lifts.

The Citys Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)

system runs to the east of the sta-

dium, while

rail transport

complements the

BRT on the west-

ern side.

The community at large

has benefited from the

construction, especially people

living in its vicinity. More than 2 200

jobs have been created and training was provided in the

fields of carpentry, bricklaying, plastering and painting.

Fifty percent of the people who worked on the stadium

came from the townships of Orlando, Mzimhlophe,

Diepkloof and surrounding areas. Half of the workers were

women and youth.

Training grounds

Soccer legends during the official opening of Orlando Stadium in 2009

A section

of Orlando

Stadium


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Speaking at the opening of the new stadium in

November 2008, the Executive Mayor of Johannesburg,

Clr Amos Masondo, said: Joburg does it again. Mintirho

ya vula vula, sekuya ngamagama enkehlireflects the

work done thus far. What we see today is one of thefirst key 2010 milestones. We have transformed the

old lady, Orlando Stadium, into a fully FIFA compliant,

world-class stadium.

Rand StadiumOne of the Citys oldest soccer venues, Rand Stadium,

has undergone a R76 million revamp in preparation for

the 2010 FIFA World CupTM.

Located just a few kilometres from the central busi-

ness district and a stones throw from the Turffontein

Racecourse, Rand Stadium was completed well ahead

of the arrival of the 2009 FIFA Confederations CupTM

teams that used its facilities as a training ground.

First constructed in 1951, the stadium was one of the

premier soccer venues in Johannesburg and has host-

ed some of the biggest names in world football, includ-

ing Real Madrid, Newcastle United and Arsenal.

The National Football League (NFL), which was

launched in 1959 as the countrys first professional

club league, reserved for whites, set up home at the

stadium.

Although apartheid laws separated blacks from whites in

all social activities, football matches involving black and

white teams were staged at Rand Stadium.

Football was not the only sport played at the venue. On

13 September 1975, a record crowd of 45 000 watched

Argentinean boxer Victor Galindez defeat local hero

Pierre Fourie over 15 rounds.

Although the stadium was being used consistently, it

needed serious attention. In 2006, the old stadium was

demolished and a new R76 million stadium built in its

place.

Building of the stadium started in January 2007 and

involved constructing a new grandstand. Seating around

the stadium has also been refurbished, with the old steel

stands replaced and new chairs added. Now completed,

the stadium has seating for 25 000 fans.

The old scoreboard, in the eastern corner, has been

retained for its heritage status, but has been given a

revamp to complement the refurbishments done on the

rest of the stadium.

The pitch is up to FIFA standards and will be similar to

those at Soccer City and Ellis Park stadiums. According

to FIFA regulations, all training venue pitches must be of

the same standard as World Cup host stadiums.

Ruimsig StadiumOriginally designed and constructed as a world-class

athletics stadium, Ruimsig has been refurbished to com-

ply with stringent FIFA requirements.

All-time athletic greats such as double-world record

holder Michael Johnson and Namibian sprint star

Frankie Fredericks set world-class times on the Ruimsig

tartan track.

Located in Roodepoort, on the western side of

Johannesburg, Ruimsig only needed minor upgrades to

ensure its readiness to serve as a training venue. The

conference hall, irrigation system and change rooms

were revamped and the pitch was over-seeded to com-

ply with international standards and more lighting put up.

The stadium precinct is being upgraded to create addi-

tional parking space.

The stadium has already earned its spurs. During the

2009 FIFA Confederations CupTM Asian champions Iraq

used it for their preparations. The team was full of praise

for the quality of the facilities.

Situated in a tranquil area, away from the hustle and

bustle of the city, Ruimsig will certainly be a favourite

home away from home fo r many 2010 FIFA World

CupTM teams.

Dobsonville StadiumTucked away in the township of Dobsonville is one of

Sowetos famous football venues, Dobsonville Stadium.

Situated on Main Road, between Montlahla and Majova

streets, the stadium has undergone refurbishments to

the tune of R69 million in preparation for the 2010 FIFA

World CupTM.

A section of Rand Stadium


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Work on the stadium started in January 2006 and was

completed by March 2009. It now seats up to 24 000

fans.

Originally constructed in 1975, the stadium became the

focal point of football in the township and many big pre-

miership matches were played there.

However, a slump in soccer fever led to it being under-

utilised in the ensuing years and the wall around it was

vandalised, leading to the theft of fittings in the change

rooms. Its glory was restored in 1985 when a high

pre-cast wall was erected around the venue and it was

spruced up. And one of the big teams in South Africa

Moroka Swallows made Dobsonville

Stadium their home ground.

For the 2010 FIFA World CupTM, the old

stadium has been completely revamped,

with a new grandstand and world-class

facilities added. Costing R69 million,

the refurbishments include new seating

and a roof covering the western grand-

stand. The original stadium consisted of

embankments on the eastern, southern

and northern sides, but these have now been converted

into stands.

Dobsonville Stadium now has a contemporary design

with a roof covering spectators on the grandstand.

Lighting is provided by four floodlight towers at each of

the four corners of the stadium.

The grandstand boasts new suites, media facilities,

change rooms and a gym with state-of-the-art computer-

ised equipment to get players into shape.

Because the stadium will also be used as a track and

field venue in future, a synthetic athletics track was built

and new polycarbonate seats installed around it.

The precinct around the stadium has also been spruced

up. Construction of pedestrian walkways on the east,

north and west of the stadium is complete and turnstiles

have been added on the northern and eastern sides. A

number of local people were employed during the con-

struction process.

After the 2010 FIFA World CupTM the stadium will benefit

the local community and schools. It will offer the use

of the gym to the community at low rates. The athlet-

ics track will benefit local schools. Office facilities will

also be offered to

Soweto-based

sports organisa-

tions.

Speaking after

a recent visit to

Dobsonville Stadium,

the Executive Mayor

of Johannesburg, Clr

Amos Masondo, said: I

am confident that the com-

munity over here will use the

stadium even after the 2010 FIFA

World CupTM. It is very important that as

we move into the future, we create quality facilities that

will stand the test and are up to standard.

He added that the stadium was the pride of Soweto, one

of the townships that previously lacked quality infrastruc-

ture.

People must remember that the work that we are doing

has also to do with restoring the dignity of our people.

The stadium is a very good intervention and this is an

indicator of where we are going as South Africans, said

Masondo.

The completed grandstand at

Dobsonville Stadium.

A syntheic athletics track at Dobsonville Stadium

has ensured its future use for track and field

events.


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The 2010 FIFA World CupTM is an important catalyst for

Johannesburg to upgrade existing infrastructure and

introduce services that will bring lasting benefits to the

residents of the City.

The majority of these projects are part of the Citys

medium- to long-term planning but their implementation

has been brought forward to ensure Johannesburgs

state of readiness for 2010 FIFA World CupTM.

Delivering his State of the Nation Address on 3 June

2009, President Jacob Zuma said the 2010 FIFA World

CupTM should be regarded as a long-term investment

that seeks to accelerate the construction of infrastruc-

ture whose legacy will outlive the actual football event.

We have, as government and the nation at large,

pledged that the 2010 FIFA World CupTM will leave a

proud legacy from which our children and our communi-

ties will benefit for many years to come, he said.

Johannesburg Medium-Term Budgets in recent years

have reflected these priorities. In its preparations for

2010 FIFA World CupTM the City has to ensure that it

has dependable infrastructure that will meet the needs

not only of the residents, but also of an estimated

500 000 visitors who will be in Johannesburg at one or

other stage of the tournament.

An ongoing project to upgrade the Citys water and

electricity infrastructure is in progress and there should

be no concerns that the increase in demand for these

services will not be met.

Electricity provider Eskom has entered into agreements

with the local industry to manage the demand for power

during expected peak periods. Back-up power and

generators have been provided at all 2010 FIFA World

CupTM venues in the unlikely event of power failures.

The Citys road transport network is being upgraded

as part of the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project.

Large sections of the new highway system that con-

nects Johannesburg with Tshwane and the OR Tambo

International Airport will be completed by the start of the

tournament, thus easing the congestion on the roads.

The Gautrain Project was not designed with 2010 in

mind, but there is still optimism that the link between

Sandton and OR Tambo International Airport might be

opened in time for the 2010 FIFA World CupTM.

The starter service of the Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit

System became operational on September 1, 2009.

The trunk route connects Soweto via the inner city to

Ellis Park the venue for seven of the 2010 FIFA World

CupTM matches.

The objective of Rea Vaya is to provide a faster, cheap-

er and safe public transport system as an alternative

to private cars. The service will cut down on traffic vol-

umes, decrease traffic jams and gridlock and drastically

reduce travelling times between various destinations in

the City.

During the 2009 FIFA Confederations CupTM,

Johannesburg introduced iTransie 2 Ellis Park, a dedi-

cated bus service to ferry passengers between park-

infrastructureInrastructure

Member of the Mayoral Committee Rehana Moosajee, Bus Rapid

Transit system steering committee official Eric Motswane, Gauteng

MEC for Transport Bheki Nkosi, Gauteng MEC for Public Safety Khabisi

Mosunkutu, Joburg MMC Tshidi Mfikoe and BRT steering committee

member Boyboy Mogorosi at the launch of the BRT in August 2009.

Joburg Executive Mayor Clr Amos Masondo, Sports and

Recreation Minister Stofile Makhenkesi and Public Works

Minister Geoff Doidge on a site visit to Soccer City. Orlando Stadium


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and-ride facilities and the match venue.

The buses were introduced in partnership

with the taxi industry and Gauride, a provin-

cial initiative to shuttle people from across the

province to the City on big match days.

Other important City infrastructure projects that have

benefited from the 2010 planning process are:

The Bara Link development node, including significant

upgrades to its transport capacity and the creation of

commercial and retail space;

The revitalisation of the Ellis Park precinct through the re-

alignment of roads, the upgrading of public transport facilities

and the construction of pedestrian walkways and bridges;

Significant upgrades to the road system in the Nasrec precinct

and the development of new commercial, leisure and residen-

tial infrastructure near the new Soccer City Stadium;

The development of an International Transit and Shopping

Centre in Joubert Park to accommodate the needs of long-dis-

tance travellers and day-visitors to Johannesburg.

The reconstruction of the eastern gateway into the City,

includ-

ing

projects in

the suburbs

of Bezuidenhout,

Bertrams and Berea.

Following a recent visit to the City to

evaluate the progress made in the upgrading

of infrastructure, Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe

said he was exceptionally impressed by what he saw.

Other 2010 host cities can do well to follow the example of what

Johannesburg is doing in its preparations to host the football

spectacular, the Deputy President said.

Soweto

Highway

with its

dedicated

BRT bus

lane

A BRT

station

at

Charlton

Terrace

Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe joins Executive Mayor Clr

Amos Masondo on a tour of the 2010 Legacy Projects in 2009. Street furniture in the inner city


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LegacyFrom the outset Johannesburg decided that the 2010FIFA World CupTM should be used to create facilities,

improve infrastructure and mobilise resources that

would leave a lasting legacy for the people of the

City.

Speaking at a function to launch the Citys legacy

projects in January 2007, Executive Mayor Clr Amos

Masondo set his administration a number of ambi-

tious targets: How should we utilise the pressure that

comes with the 2010 FIFA World CupTM to deepen

all the work we are already doing through various

government programmes? How do we ensure that

we work in such a way that long after the 2010 FIFA

World CupTM spectacle has come and gone we are

able to point at various quality legacy projects that will

continue to benefit our residents and citizens? What

should these legacy projects be and how should we

identify them?

Two years after this event it is quite clear that

the legacy projects introduced are all nearing

completion and hold the prospect of significantly

improving the quality of life of Johannesburg com-

munities.

Modern Sports ComplexQuality sports facilities in Soweto have always

lagged behind what has been available to resi-

dents in other parts of the City. The new sports

complex will go a long way to addressing these

imbalances.

The facility currently being constructed in Orlando

East consists of an Olympic-size swimming pool

and an indoor sports complex that will be used as

a gymnastics hall.

The area has been chosen because it forms part

of a major sports and education precinct being

developed. There is also excellent transport avail-

ability and it is close to Orlando Stadium and the

community hall.

Communities affected by the development of the

sports complex will be provided with housing near

the new Jabavu Sports precinct.

Legacy projects

Joburg Executive Mayor Clr Amos Masondo plants a tree at the Pennyville housing development in

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Upgrading of Street FurnitureStreet furniture in the inner city is being upgraded or

replaced and additional litter bins are being provided.

Areas being covered include the Ellis Park precinct,

Hillbrow and the inner city.

Through this initiative the number and position of dust-

bins will be increased; the type, number and position

of informal traders stalls will be improved; and uniform

street lighting introduced.

The style, detail and quantities of the proposed street

furniture are currently being determined to finalise budg-

et options. This is one project that could be investigated

as a public-private partnership.

In partnership with the private sector, Johannesburg

approved an Inner City Regeneration Charter, a strate-

gic document outlining how to address issues of urban

regeneration and economic development. One of the

ways identified for achieving this strategy is to create

high quality public spaces.

More than R241 million has been spent on the greater

Ellis Park area through the Johannesburg Development

Agency over the past seven years. This has included

beautifying the whole area with street furniture, artwork

and lighting and the provision of additional infrastruc-

ture.

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)The first phase of Johannesburgs modern new BusRapid Transit (BRT) system was introduced in August

2009. Rea Vaya as the service is known puts

Johannesburg on par with some of the worlds most

modern cities such as Toronto in Canada, Bogot in

Colombia and Boston in the USA, which have all utilised

BRT to address their transport challenges.

The new system involves modern buses travelling along

dedicated median bus lanes with safe and attractive bus

stations situated about 500m apart. Cutting-edge tech-

nology has been introduced to ensure pre-board fare

collection and fare verification.

Phase 1A, which incorporates a trunk route service from

Soweto to Ellis Park Stadium on the eastern edge of the

inner city, is already completed and operational.

Visitors to Johannesburg and residents will be able to

use Rea Vaya to travel to and from matches played at

the main venues.

Soweto TheatreThe new Soweto Theatre is expected to be completedafter the 2010 FIFA World CupTM.

Speaking at the sod-turning ceremony for the impressive

new complex, the Executive Mayor of Johannesburg, Clr

Amos Masondo, said: This theatre was conceptualised

to take into account our commitment to use the pressure

of the 2010 FIFA World CupTM to ensure that a lasting

legacy is left behind for the benefit of the residents of

Johannesburg. When the soccer spectacle has come

and gone there must be something of value there for all

to see and point at.

The Soweto Theatre is being built in a zone of public

space within the high density, mixed-use Jabulani CBD.

Known as the cultural heart, it also includes the refur-

bished Jabulani Amphitheatre, as well as a parkland,

public art and other amenities.

When completed the theatre will consist of:

A 420-seater main venue with an end-stage,

fully provided with wings, orchestra pit, fly

tower and buttress;

Two smaller "black box" venues of 180 and 90

seats;

An indoor foyer area with circulation to all threevenues;

Multi-level change rooms, storage rooms and

"green room"; and

An outdoor covered plaza, which will serve as

an additional informal performing space.

It will be a multi-purpose centre that can be used for

music and theatre productions, dance and choir festivals

as well as conferences and community gatherings.

Mayor Masondo said the development of the Soweto

Theatre was symbolic of the rise of the south.

It is an important part of transforming Soweto from a

mere dormitory into a normalised neighbourhood. We

are striving to change Soweto into a sustainable human

settlement that is known not just as a place where peo-

ple come from but where people also go to, he said.

Upgrading of DiepkloofHostelResidents of the upgraded Diepkloof Hostel will be

among the primary beneficiaries of the Citys spendingon 2010 Legacy Projects. A number of hostels were

identified for redevelopment in Soweto and Alexandra

and Diepkloof is an excellent example of what can be

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The project is in line with the governments objective

of doing away with single-sex dormitory units and pro-

moting integrated community development. Providing

essential services and social amenities such as schools,

clinics and sports fields is part of the project.

The Diepkloof upgrade introduces a fresh and innova-

tive approach that could serve as a model for future

developments of this nature. It has an upmarket look

and feel and consists of two-bedroomed, free-standing

units for both rental and allocation. People from the old

Diepkloof Hostel will get first preference.

The R10 million project, which employed at least 85

percent local labour, has been built for mixed use. The

objective is to integrate hostel communities into the sur-

rounding township environment. Part of the work done

at Diepkloof includes upgrades to the Jabavu Stadium

and the adjacent small business centre.

Greening of soccer fieldsA key objective of the Legacy Projects is to provide

communities with decent and accessible opportunities

for leisure and recreation. The game of soccer is an

integral part of the culture and history of the people of

Johannesburg. Daily the youth of the City can be seen

playing the game in almost every available open space.

To celebrate the hosting of the 2010 FIFA World CupTM,

the City identified 238 soccer fields for greening and

upgrading. Work taking place at these venues includes

grassing the fields, installing irrigation systems, plant-

ing trees, marking lines, building ablution facilities anderecting fences.

Eventually, all these f ields will be given formal names as

a vivid reminder to the people of Johannesburg about

the legacy of 2010 FIFA World CupTM.

Greening of Klipspruit RiverThe Klipspruit River and its tributaries are a vital source

of life for the people of Johannesburg. The river is one

of the most important catchment areas that drain into

the Vaal Dam, the primary source of water for the City.

Throughout the years the river and its surrounding

wetlands have become clogged through pollution and

uncontrolled growth of vegetation. The 2010 FIFA World

CupTM tournament has enabled the City to accelerate its

ongoing programmes to rehabilitate the Klipspruit River

and restore it to its status as a green lung to be enjoyed

by all.

We want our communities to enjoy the scenic beauty

of their green landscape, the Executive Mayor of

Johannesburg, Clr Amos Masondo, said during a recent

cleanup operation along the river banks.

We want them to have contact with nature, which

brings a sense of refuge, freedom, relaxation and relief

from stress. Most importantly, we want our communities

to have a healthy relationship with the catchment and

take responsibility for its cleanliness.

Among the work being done is the upgrading of water,

sanitation and storm water infrastructure. To ensure the

future sustainability of the project, the City has intro-

duced awareness programmes and regular cleanup

campaigns. A Soweto Klipspruit Trail will offer eco-recreational opportunities, including bird watching and

hiking.

The greening of the Klipspruit River will serve as a

model for future eco-developments in the south of

Johannesburg, including the Lenasia Vlei Wetland Park,

Orlando West Wetland Park, Mapetla Wetland Park and

the Kliptown Wetlands Corridor.

A green goalThe City of Johannesburg has set itself the target of

scoring some important green goals during the 2010FIFA World CupTM.

It not only aims to make the occasion one of the green-

est global events ever, but it also wants to leave behind

a green legacy benefiting the people of Johannesburg.

The plan is for a green 2010 FIFA World CupTM, with

as little waste generated as possible, and as small a

carbon footprint as possible. In 2008 the City hosted a

two-day summit on climate change with the theme: All

hands on deck: towards a low carbon economy.

Executive Mayor Clr Amos Masondo launched theevent, and his message was to the point. What we are

looking for are the best solutions to a challenge that

might have dire consequences for our future if no solu-

tions are found.

The 2010 Legacy Projects identified by Johannesburg

all have a strong environmental component attached to

them.

The Executive Director for 2010, Ms Sibongile

Mazibuko, said the City was going for big impact

projects.

The Klipspruit project will impact on the whole of

Soweto, with more than 120 kilometres of river rehabili-

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The Diepkloof Hostel rehabilitation of water, sanitation and electricity net-

works will likewise have a snowball effect on overall environmental health,

minimising water loss and sewage pollution into the Soweto river systems.

But the BRT system will be the Citys biggest green legacy.

It is estimated that if 15 percent of existing car users who live within

500m of the Rea Vaya corridors switch to the new system, there will be

savings of 382 940 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by 2013,

Mayor Masondo said.

A number of 2010 specific projects have been initiated or will take shape

once the stadiums are put into use. Most of the builders rubble from the

demolition of the old stadiums was recycled back into the new stadiums.

And, when the stadiums open their gates for the first time, visitors will

experience the latest in environmental technology, with grey-water toilets,

waterless urinals and emerald green soccer pitches, irrigated exclusively

from non-potable water. Reduction of waste will be a major focus, with re-

usable cups and limiting the use of food containers.

In September 2006 Mayor Masondo launched the Greening Sowetoinitiative, an ambitious project to beautify the township ahead of the 2010

FIFA World CupTM. The northern parts of the City have long been known

as some of the worlds largest urban forests. By extending this concept to

the rest of Johannesburg sparked a major green revolution. Through the

R7,6 million Greening Soweto project, the City plans to plant more than

300 000 trees.

The overall scope of the Green Goal for South Africa will be huge and will

include all stadiums and fan parks; the International Broadcast Centre,

transport system, accommodation and hospitality venues, FIFA and Local

Organising Committee office events and various carbon offset projects.

It is important to note that projects will not be confined to host cities. We

will spread the benefit to other parts of the country not directly benefiting

from the event, Mazibuko concluded.

Joburg Executive Mayor Clr Amos Masondo lends a hand during a cleanup

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SafetyThe safety of visitors, residents and soccer fans whowill be in Johannesburg during the 2010 FIFA World

CupTM is at the top of the Citys preparations for the

tournament.

Comprehensive safety and security plans are in place

and the City is well poised to tackle any eventuality that

might occur. An extensive risk management strategyhas been prepared to guide the planning leading up to

the worlds largest sports event.

The objective is to ensure a people-friendly and inci-

dent-free security environment in Johannesburg during

the staging of the 2010 FIFA World CupTM. People must

be able to walk around freely in all areas of the City and

enjoy the hospitality and unique atmosphere that only

Johannesburg can offer.

The Citys safety plans are integrated into the

national 2010 security strategy and the JohannesburgMetropolitan Police Department (JMPD) is working

closely with the South African Police Service (SAPS)

and the nat ional intelligence community.

Visible policing will be the frontline of the Citys 2010

strategy, especially at known crime hot spots. By the

start of the 2010 FIFA World CupTM, the JMPD will have

4 000 trained officers on the ground.

The security network will rely heavily on the most mod-

ern technology available and will be managed and mon-

itored from 24-hour emergency control centres situatednear the two main venues Soccer City and Ellis Park.

An important development is the deployment of a City-

wide closed circuit television (CCTV) surveillance and

recording system that links up with a national database

containing biometric data. The CCTV network consists

of 231 cameras installed at strategic locations through-

out the City. It is managed from a central control room

at Penmore Towers, with direct communication links to

JMPD reaction teams.

The main idea is to stop all crime and improve the qual-ity of life and personal safety of all people residents,

workers and soccer fans so they can enjoy being in

the City without fear of harm.

The presence of CCTV cameras in the central business

district (CBD) has already created a sense of safety and

security. Visitors are returning to the city centre and

shops are operating later than usual.

The increased safety measures will not be confined to

downtown Johannesburg. The JMPD will also raise its

level of vigilance in other public areas where 2010 visi-tors are expected to go to, including shopping centres,

hotels, restaurants and entertainment complexes.

To intensify its safety efforts, the City is partnering with

the SAPS and private security companies to ensure a

strong team of officers is deployed across the City.

The City will be ready to handle any emergency that

might occur, ranging from international terrorism and

organised crime to food poisoning and petty theft. Key

strategic facilities such as water reservoirs, pump sta-

tions and power grids have been identified for specialprotection. Special arrangements will be in place to

guard the airspace over venues during matches.

Community processing centres and special 2010

courts will be established at Jeppe and Booysens mag-

istrates courts to deal effectively with offenders. Medical

and emergency personnel will be on duty around the

clock to attend to patients.

A Joint Command Centre will coordinate the activities

of the security teams as well as emergency services

to ensure a coherent response to any emergency thatmight occur.

The City can vouch that it has the resources and

ability to ensure the well-being of both visitors and

Johannesburg residents during the 2010 FIFA World

CupTM.

Soccer LegendsFor decades they brought joy and cheer to soccer fans

across the City. Now, with the biggest sporting event in

the history of the country about to start, Johannesburg

is showing that it will not forget its heroes.

The City has identified 24 soccer legends to act as

ambassadors during the build-up to the 2010 FIFA

World CupTM as well as during events associated with

the tournament itself.

Now, the heroes of yesteryear are often seen at events

such as media briefings, marketing events and football

clinics to promote the universal message of sporting

friendship.

Soccer legends have been used as ambassadors andas a way of encouraging aspirant soccer players to

strive to realise their dreams. The world football gov-

erning body, FIFA, has used soccer legends such as

Pele of Brazil and Franz Beckenbauer of Germany as

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ambassadors for the sport.

Locally, the South African Football Association appointedboth African and South African footballers such as

George Weah of Liberia, Kalusha Bwalya of Zambia,

Abedi Pele Ayeuw of Ghana and South Africas Lucas

Radebe and Mark Fish as 2010 ambassadors.

The Johannesburg heroes are all household names of

the 1960s to the 1990s, who devoted most of their lives

to soccer. They played for the love of the game without

any incentives at all.

Like many of South Africas soccer legends, striker

Blessing Killer Mgidi has endeared himself in thehearts of many soccer supporters in this country. He

might not have been in the same mould or class as

the late soccer maestro Patrick Ace Ntsoeloenge or

dribbling wizard Ephraim Jomo Sono, but his goal-

scoring prowess is still vividly remembered by his legion

of supporters.

Always lurking in dangerous scoring positions, Mgidi

was a thorn in the side of many defenders, who always

had to chase shadows in vain attempts to stop him from

finding the net.

One of the goalkeepers who consistently found them-

selves at the end of Mgidis deadly boots was illustrious

former Kaizer Chiefs No. 1 goalkeeper, Joseph Banks

Setlhodi, himself a soccer legend of note.

The lanky and agile Setlhodi was, however, central tohis teams success and ascendancy to the highest ech-

elons of South African soccer fame and fortune with the

heart-stopping saves he made during his rewarding stint

with the club.

Former Highlands Park, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer

Chiefs star Jerry Sadikes dangerous crosses and

wizardry with the ball will remain etched in the memories

of those who followed the game in the early 1980s. As

slippery as an eel, Sadike used to create many scoring

chances for his strikers.

These are but three of 24 City of Joburgs 2010 soc-cer ambassadors. The others are Buick Makwati,

MacDonald Rhee Skhosana, Kwaito Mahlangu, Jackie

Masike, Pepe Dire, Ben Mathe, Frelimo Danger

Dibetla, Satch Modise, Gardner Seale, Sipho Sikhonde,

Zero Johnson, Litre Lata, Paradise Sello, Charles

Mackett, Phil Ndoda Venter, Scara Njokweni,

Mandla Sithole, Finki Sekete, Spider Mthembu

and Amos Heel Extension Mkhari.

Public Viewing

AreasNot every soccer fan in the City

will be so fortunate as to be

able to go and watch 2010 FIFA

World CupTM games live at the

stadiums. The demand for seats

at match venues will be over-

subscribed as football enthusiasts

from across the globe clamour to

get their hands on the prized tickets.

But that should not stop others from

enjoying this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to

celebrate with the rest of the world.

A number of public viewing areas, where fans will be

Securty&

Some of the City of Joburgs 2010 soccer ambassadors


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a revamp. Once a sea of shacks, Alex, as it is affectionately

known, is now a much more organised settlement with new,

colourful residential buildings.

With its cosmopolitan nature it is home to people with

diverse cultural backgrounds Alex is a fitting venue for the

festival, which is expected to deepen the townships already

rich cultural character.

The Football for Hope Movement focuses on children and

young people and uses the sport as an instrument to promoteparticipation and dialogue. Besides the festival, it also runs

a Football for Hope Forum every four years to tie in with the

2009 FIFA Confederations CupTM.

Another element of the movement is the Football for Hope

Centres, a FIFA legacy project that uses the momentum of

the 2010 FIFA World CupTM to build infrastructure that will

benefit local communities.

In 2010 African countries will benefit from Football for Hope,

with 20 football academies to be built on the continent.

Dubbed the 20 Centres for 2010, five will be built in SouthAfrica, with one at Number 3 Square.

The centres will each consist of a mini-pitch with surrounding

grandstands as well as facilities that will provide local com-

munities with access to counselling, health and education

services.

International Broadcast CentreAs the teams from the top soccer nations arrive in South

Africa for the 2010 FIFA World CupTM the International

Broadcast Centre (IBC), situated in the south of

Johannesburg, will become the eyes and ears of the world.From this centre the media will not only broadcast the action

of the marvellous sporting spectacle, but it will also showcase

the beauty, highly sophisticated infrastructure and spirit of the

people of South Africa to global audiences.

The IBC is located at the Nasrec Exhibition Centre. It is

within easy distance of both the headquarters of the LOC

and Soccer City, where both the opening ceremony and final

match of 2010 will take place. It is also strategically located

in terms of transport, roads and other infrastructure that have

been constructed to support the hosting of the event.

The IBC will operate around the clock for the period preced-

ing and during the event in June and July 2010. More than

2 000 journalists supported by TV crews, technical staff and

photographers will use the centre as their headquarters.

The Expo Centre itself will undergo a substantial facelift,

transforming it into a more attractive and modern exhibition,

convention and event venue able to attract more and larger

events and activities.

With such a huge contingent of media staying and work-

ing in the City for the duration of the event, it will present a

number of opportunities to showcase Johannesburg as a

world-class African city. It will strengthen the Citys reputation

to host global sporting and cultural events and bring sustain-

able benefits to its tourism industry and ability to attract newinvestments.

Johannesburg is already the centre of international and local

television and broadcasting as well as home to almost 60%

of all ICT enterprises in South Africa. The new centre will be

strategically located in relation to Sentech, a South African

state-owned enterprise that will be responsible

for signal distribution to the global TV and radio

networks.

Included in the hi-tech facilities that will be constructed at the

IBC are a satellite teleport and telecommunications infrastruc-ture that will support 40 gigabytes per second capacity.

In 2006 the IBC was located in Munich, Germany, and more

than 46 000 hours of broadcast hours were televised from

there to audiences in 190 countries. Most experts predict a

significant increase in audience figures owing to the growing

interest in the event and the emergence of new technology,

including digital broadcasting as well as new media platformsto deliver information, visuals and sound.

Apart from the various media networks that will be serviced

from the IBC it will also relay images to the fan fests that will

be located across the country, including Johannesburg and

throughout the world. Those spectators who will not be able

to attend the matches at the stadiums will watch the action

live on high-definition big screens erected at these fan fests.

The IBC will provide an additional thrust to the many projects

planned by the City of Johannesburg in its preparations for

2010. The City is looking beyond this once-off event thelegacy it will leave for the people of Johannesburg. Every

rand spent on infrastructure and operations will bring about

lasting benefits to Johannesburg and its residents and will

bode well for its future growth and development.

The International Broadcasting Centre was launched

in 2008. At the launch were MMC for Development

Planning and Urban Management Ruby Mathang,

Joburg Executive Mayor Clr Amos Masondo, then

Gauteng Sports MEC Barbara Creecy and then Deputy

Minister of Communications Roy Padayachee.


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