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Top 5 African nations investing in sports infrastructure

Top African nations are investing in sports infrastructure to attract global events, boost tourism, and create jobs for youth across the continent.

Timilehin Adejumobi
Last updated: May 1, 2025 2:30 pm
Timilehin Adejumobi Published May 1, 2025
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At a Glance:

  • African nations are investing billions in stadiums and sports zones to attract global events.
  • Projects include football stadiums, Olympic complexes, and inclusive sports centers across the continent.
  • Sports infrastructure drives youth employment, urban renewal, and national branding for these nations.

Africa is emerging as a global hub for sports development, with major investments in infrastructure aimed at attracting international tournaments, boosting tourism, and driving youth employment.

As global interest in sports continues to soar, leading African economies are leveraging strategic investments to transform sports into a powerful economic engine.

Key projects, from stadium renovations to cutting-edge training academies, highlight a collective effort to position Africa as a prime destination for world-class sporting events.

Here are the top five African countries leading the charge in sports infrastructure development:​

Morocco: Pioneering sports infrastructure for global events

Morocco leads Africa in sports infrastructure investment, with major upgrades ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup and 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

A key project is the Hassan II Stadium in Benslimane, set to become the world’s largest with 115,000 seats.

Designed by Oualalou + Choi and Populous, the $500 million stadium is scheduled for completion by 2028.

Egypt: Establishing a global sports hub

Egypt has cemented its role in global sports infrastructure with the unveiling of the 93,940-seat New Administrative Capital Stadium, Africa’s second-largest.

Complementing this, the Egypt International Olympic City, featuring advanced training facilities and an Olympic pool, strengthens the nation’s bid to host prestigious global events like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup.

South Africa – Leveraging legacy for future growth

South Africa remains a continental giant in sports infrastructure thanks to its legacy from the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

The country continues to optimize these assets through upgrades and multi-use strategies.

In 2024, the government greenlit new sports zones under the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, aiming to build inclusive, grassroots-to-elite development pipelines.

Ivory Coast: Fostering sports for national development

Ivory Coast has emerged as a frontrunner in sports infrastructure development, particularly in preparation for the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The government invested over $1 billion in constructing and renovating stadiums, roads, and related facilities to host the tournament.

A centerpiece of this initiative is the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Ebimpé, a 60,012-seat venue built at a cost of approximately $257 million.

Nigeria: Expanding sports infrastructure

Nigeria is accelerating sports infrastructure investment with a $100 million, 12,000-seat Lagos Arena underway in Lekki, slated for completion by December 2025.

In Abuja, the Armed Forces Invictus Centre—backed by the Invictus Games Foundation—will provide adaptive sports facilities for rehabilitating wounded soldiers.

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