First phase of R3m Ruimsig Athletics Stadium refurbishment completed
The refurbishment project at Ruimsig Athletics Stadium has reached a milestone, with contractors completing the first phase of work and preparing to move on to the second phase.
The first phase of the R3m refurbishment project at Ruimsig Athletics Stadium has wrapped up, marking steady progress in efforts to upgrade the facility for athletes and the local community.
The project’s client liaison officer, Vincent Mabuza, confirmed the milestone to the Roodepoort Northsider, noting that contractors are now preparing to break ground on Phase 2. Work began on April 7 following initial administrative delays.
Despite the slow start, the project team committed to delivering on schedule and within budget.
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“We are pushing to complete this within the time and allocated funds we have. Our team is working over weekends to make sure we finish on time,” Mabuza said during the initial phase.
Upgrades focused on structural repairs inside the main stadium building, including roof waterproofing, damaged ceilings, VIP area tiling, carpet tiles, sliding doors, electrical rewiring, and deep carpet cleaning.
Importantly for local athletes, all work remained confined to the main building. Track access and regular public use of the stadium continued without disruption throughout the build.
With Phase 1 signed off, attention now turns to the second phase of refurbishments across the complex.
