OVER the last decade the Durban beachfront has gone through a significant transformation with a promenade extension, new facilities, and now a new R1b amusement park development.

This was announced on Wednesday (December 10) with the new development proposed at the former Durban Funworld site.

The development will include a roller-coaster, a vertical swing, and a 1 500 square metre virtual reality theme park with more than 160 interactive games and global e-sports activations.

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The project will be led by Masithu Consulting and Project Managers (MCPM), a Durban-based company, with the completion date set for 2027.

The amusement park will be developed in partnership with two Italian amusement engineering firms.

“We are excited that this partnership allows the municipality to upgrade a key public amenity, while securing significant private investment into the beachfront. This project will strengthen Durban’s position as a leading coastal destination and continue to attract visitors to enjoy our warm weather all year round,” eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba said.

The project is expected to create approximately 900 construction jobs and more than 500 permanent jobs.

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