Africa's Elite: Top Clubs Revolutionising Sports Infrastructure in 2025

In 2025, African sports clubs are raising the standards in the realm of infrastructure development. Clubs all over the continent are making significant investments to upgrade their facilities to international standards, building cutting-edge stadiums and comprehensive sports complexes.

This infrastructure boom is increasing fan involvement, improving players' on-field performance, and establishing Africa as a formidable force in world sports.

Sport Blot brings you some of the top clubs in Africa revolutionising sports infrastructure in 2025.

North Africa’s Infrastructure Powerhouses

Al Ahly SC (Egypt): The ‘Project of the Century’

The biggest football team in Egypt, Al Ahly SC, embarked on a bold endeavour called the “Project of the Century” on February 14, 2025. A stadium with 42,000 seats is being built in Sheikh Zayed City, west of Cairo, as part of this project. The project is expected to be completed in approximately 4 years.

The project encompasses a sports hospital, a youth school, a sports university, a museum documenting the club’s history, and a hotel. Beltone Leasing & Factoring, an Egyptian financial heavyweight, has committed EGP 4 billion (USD 80 million) to the project, with developer Al Qalaa Al Hamraa for Facilities Management collecting additional money to cover the whole estimated cost of EGP 8-9 billion.

Raja Casablanca (Morocco): The Oasis Sports Complex

The Oasis Sports Complex shows Raja Casablanca’s dedication to developing talent. The facility now features enhanced amenities, including larger accommodations and improved training facilities, following a major renovation in 2023.

The City Council’s decision to renovate eight stadiums in Casablanca was made after Morocco won the right to host the 2030 World Cup and the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

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Morocco's Grand Stade Hassan II: A Continental Statement

Morocco is making headlines with its intention to construct the Grand Stade Hassan II near Casablanca. Set to be the world’s largest football stadium with a capacity of 115,000, this architectural masterpiece is inspired by a Maghrebi communal tent. 

The stadium is a tribute to Morocco’s ambition to consolidate its status in world football while preparing for co-hosting the 2030 World Cup.

The stadium will be home to the Moroccan national football team and will be mostly utilised for football games once it is completed in 2028.

Additionally, it will take the position of Stade Mohamed V as the home stadium for Raja CA and Wydad AC, two of Morocco’s biggest clubs.

West Africa’s Rising Giants

Borteyman Sports Complex (Ghana)

Ghana’s Borteyman Sports Complex, which is located in a suburb of Accra, was commissioned by President Nana Adoo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo in February 2024 ahead of the 13th African Games. The construction commenced in 2021, with an initial 5,000-capacity plan, but was unable to materialise due to time constraints.

The $145 million complex features enhanced amenities, including a football training pitch that meets FIFA standards, a multipurpose sports hall, and a 1,000-seat swimming pool. Further plans are still in place to convert the complex into a University of Sport for Development to ensure a lasting legacy for Ghanaian sports.

Seven competitive sports, including table tennis, handball, tennis, volleyball, swimming, badminton, and triathlon, can be played at the Borteyman Sports Complex.

Lagos Arena (Nigeria): A New Era for Indoor Sports

The Lagos Arena’s construction is a major turning point in Nigeria’s sports infrastructure in Lagos. This 12,000-seat indoor arena kicked off construction on February 24, 2024 and is scheduled to open in December 2025 and is expected to become the leading site for basketball, concerts, and other important events in the country. 

The Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority and private investors are working together on the project, which is expected to cost $100 million.

East Africa's Infrastructure Surge

Talanta Sports City (Kenya): A Vision for 2027

Kenya is making remarkable strides with the development of Nairobi’s Talanta Sports City. This 60,000-seat stadium is expected to be completed in December 2025 as part of Kenya’s plan to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. 

By offering a top-notch venue for regional and global events, the facility hopes to improve Kenya’s standing as a continental sporting centre.

Hoima City Stadium: Uganda's New Sports Beacon

Hoima National Stadium, popularly known as FUFA Rujumba Hoima or Hoima City Stadium, is a groundbreaking project which is currently in progress in the center of Hoima City, Uganda. As of February 2025, 50% of the construction of this 20,000-seat arena has been completed. 

The stadium is gearing up to become Uganda’s second-largest with features like a 2,000-capacity indoor arena, a semi-Olympic pool, training fields, and basketball, netball, and volleyball courts. Not forgetting its parking structure that can hold more than 1,000 cars, all included in the overall proposal.

The project, which commenced in August 2024, is being carried out by Turkish company Summa Construction Company and is estimated to be worth USD 129 million. With more than 1,000 workers, including both domestic and foreign specialists, the stadium is expected to be completed by December 2025, well in advance of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Samia Suluhu Hassan Stadium, Arusha (Tanzania)

The Samia Suluhu Hassan Stadium in Arusha, Tanzania, is becoming a cutting-edge sports facility. Football, rugby, and sports activities will be held at the stadium, which has a planned seating capacity of 30,000. 

The project is 25% complete as of February 2025, with construction having started in April 2024. For this project, the Tanzanian government has set up TZS 286 billion, or roughly USD 111 million, with the goal of finishing it well in advance of the 2027 AFCON.

Dodoma Stadium (Tanzania)

Another major project is underway in the capital city of Dodoma, further south in Tanzania. Construction of the Dodoma Stadium, which is anticipated to hold 32,000 spectators, began in February 2025. 

By February 2027, the stadium should be finished in time for the AFCON competition. SPAR is building the project, which is expected to cost USD 135 million and would strengthen Tanzania's infrastructure for hosting major international athletic events.

Central Africa's Emerging Facilities

Rwanda’s FERWAFA 2025 Vision

In an ambitious plan for 2025, the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) has set aside 4.79 billion Rwandan Francs to build four new football stadiums and develop FERWAFA's own television and radio stations. 

For 2025, FERWAFA has set aside a total of 15.3 billion Frw. These funds will originate from several sources, such as the Ministry of Sports, the Confederation of African Football (CAF), FIFA, and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), among others.

By enhancing the nation's media coverage and football infrastructure, this project aims to increase participation and growth across all sports levels.