Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium remains structurally sound after storm damage

The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium has sustained damage due to the high winds and damaging rains recently experienced in the city. Engineers have confirmed that the affected area appears to be structurally sound, with the damage limited to one canvas leaf and cable section on the North side of the stadium.

“Stadium leadership met early this morning to discuss our priority actions,” says MBDA Acting CEO, Mr Unati Peter. “Our immediate steps are to secure the area and make it as safe as possible, as soon as possible.”

The torn canvas will be cut away and neatened, and the damaged cable will be fully secured. The area will be cordoned off as the Stadium continues to investigate the speediest resolution available to repair the damage.” The high-performance tensile membrane fabric that makes up the canvas sections of the stadium is produced in Japan.

Contingency plans are in place to secure the area and minimise disruptions to Stadium bowl events. While the investigations are ongoing, the Stadium has restricted access to the area for all non-authorized personnel.