Johannesburg, South Africa — A new era in live entertainment is set to begin in South Africa with the opening of The Dome, a state-of-the-art venue launching in January 2025. Located in Nasrec, adjacent to the iconic FNB Stadium, this multi-purpose space will be South Africa's largest dedicated entertainment venue, boasting a capacity of over 10,500.

A joint venture between Live Nation, Stadium Management South Africa (SMSA), and Gearhouse South Africa, The Dome is Live Nation’s first permanent venue on the African continent. The move signals the company’s commitment to enhancing Africa’s live entertainment infrastructure, expanding the touring circuit, and creating opportunities for local and international artists.

A Hub for Pan-African Talent
The Dome aims to be a cultural hotspot for both South African and pan-African talent, featuring genres such as Afrobeats, Amapiano, Hip-Hop, Dance, R&B, and Pop. Nigerian sensation Tems is set to make history with her first solo headline show at the venue on 20 March 2025, marking a milestone for the region’s music scene.

Beyond concerts, the 6,000sqm multi-purpose facility will host conferences, exhibitions, product launches, and banquets, creating a versatile space that fuels economic growth and community engagement.

Driving Economic and Cultural Impact
Justin Van Wyk, CEO of Live Nation South Africa, highlighted the venue’s transformative potential:
"The Dome fills a critical gap in South Africa’s live entertainment industry, creating a platform to connect emerging and established artists with diverse South African audiences. It’s more than a venue—it’s a gateway to new opportunities."

Bertie Grobbelaar, CEO of Stadium Management South Africa, echoed these sentiments:
"This collaboration reflects our shared vision to empower local talent, drive economic growth, and create a vibrant cultural hub for Johannesburg and the Gauteng Province. We’re proud to play a part in this groundbreaking project."

Gearhouse South Africa, a leader in live event technology, brings its expertise to the partnership, ensuring The Dome meets the highest standards in audio-visual production, staging, and design. Joint CEOs Ofer Lapid and Nasser Abbas expressed their excitement:
"This partnership combines our shared passion for service excellence with a vision for creating unparalleled live experiences in Africa."

A New Era of Entertainment
Entirely designed, manufactured, and built in South Africa, The Dome represents a fusion of local innovation and global expertise. By hosting world-class events and fostering community initiatives like job creation and local business support, the venue promises to uplift Johannesburg and beyond.

Seasoned music fans, corporate clients, and budding artists alike can look forward to a world-class experience in a venue that’s set to redefine live entertainment in Africa.

Tickets for events at The Dome, including Tems’ headline show, are available at www.livenationentertainment.com.
[Submitted by Kevin Rademeyer]