Cricket SA to pump R350m into stadium upgrades including improved Wi-Fi
In the wake of the recently announced new T20 Global League, Cricket South Africa (CSA) has earmarked more than R350 million to be invested on stadium refurbishment and upgrades over the next three years.
It said that R200 million will be invested during the next few months on improvements like artificial lighting systems, advanced sports field technology and LED scoreboards, as well as revamping change-rooms and media centres.
“We want our cricket stadiums to be world class and having recognized the need to improve our facilities, we are in a very fortunate position to be able to do so,” said CSA chief executive, Haroon Lorgat.
Work has already begun across the country to ensure the stadium works is complete before the start of the new season and before the T20 Global League tournament kicks off in November 2017.
CSA said it has identified the actual work and the investment needed for each venue.
“Looking ahead over the next two years, CSA are planning to implement new designs and features like improved Wi-Fi signal and reach, crowd flows and ticketing systems to enhance fan experience,” Lorgat said.
CSA said that three local municipalities – Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality in Port Elizabeth, Drakenstein Municipality in Paarl and Buffalo City in East London – have contributed towards the stadium refurbishment and upgrade works currently underway.
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