The Durban Amusement Park will be part of a broader R2bn private investment programme. Image: Supplied A new amusement park, backed by a R1 billion private investment, is planned for Durban’s beachfront at the former Funworld site, with completion expected in 2027. eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba said on Wednesday that the Durban Amusement Park forms part of a broader R2 billion private investment programme, alongside the redevelopment of Joe Kools and upgrades to the Elangeni and Maharani hotel precincts – projects the municipality sees as central to its long-term beachfront renewal strategy.
Masithu Consulting and Project Managers (MCPM) has been appointed by the municipality to deliver what Xaba describes as a “modern” urban development project. “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,” Xaba said. The request for proposals for the amusement park was issued in December 2023 and closed in March 2024.
According to Xaba, the project sponsor has already invested more than R9 million in early-stage development work, including feasibility studies, technical assessments, financial modelling, legal consultations and other professional services. Xaba said the R1 billion commitment for the Durban Amusement Park marks an important step in attracting investment to the Golden Mile and supporting the city’s broader beachfront renewal plans. According to the municipality, the amusement park will feature a mix of globally benchmarked attractions, including a lightning roller coaster, Disco 24, a vertical swing, and a 1 500m2virtual reality theme park with more than 160 interactive games and global e-sports activations. There will also be upgrades, such as a neon-lit pedestrian walkways, panoramic viewing decks overlooking the ocean and the city skyline, and themed food courts.
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