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Dobsonville Stadium is a multi-purpose football and athletics venue in Dobsonville, Soweto, run by Stadium Management South Africa (SMSA). The City of Johannesburg gives its address as the corner of Montlahla and Majova Street, Dobsonville, 1863, and its commercial name as Volkswagen Dobsonville Stadium. Built in 1975, it was renovated in 2009 to FIFA standards and used as a training venue during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
The stadium does not publish general opening hours, because access depends on the match or event taking place. Before you travel, check the fixture or event details with the organiser, then plan your route. Capacity figures differ between official sources, so both are shown below with their sources.
Address (City of Johannesburg): Cnr Montlahla and Majova Street, Dobsonville, Johannesburg, 1863
Operator: Stadium Management South Africa (SMSA)
Phone (SMSA and City of Johannesburg): 011 247 5300
Capacity: 24,000 (City of Johannesburg) or 17,700 (SMSA). Sources differ, see below.
Facilities: Football pitch and athletics track
Facts checked: 13 September 2026
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Overview
Dobsonville Stadium is one of Soweto’s established football grounds and a long-standing landmark in Places in Dobsonville. It has a football field with an athletics track around it.
History
- 1975: The stadium was built with a capacity of 20,000, according to the City of Johannesburg.
- 2009: It was renovated to meet FIFA standards. SMSA describes refurbishments worth R69 million.
- 2010: SMSA says it served as a training field during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
- 2015: SMSA says Bafana Bafana played an African Nations Championship qualifying fixture at the venue.
Home team and Kaizer Chiefs matches
The City of Johannesburg and SMSA both describe the stadium as the home ground of Moroka Swallows. Club and league arrangements change between seasons, so check the venue on the official fixture before you travel.
Kaizer Chiefs have also used the stadium. According to the club, Chiefs beat AS Simba 3-1 there in a CAF Confederation Cup match in October 2025, and their Betway Premiership home match against Siwelele was moved to Dobsonville Stadium for Sunday 6 September 2026. Chiefs said the stadium held a CAF Category 2 rating, while CAF group-stage matches need Category 3. That is the main challenge limiting its use for continental group games.
Address, Map & Directions
The City of Johannesburg lists the address as Cnr Montlahla and Majova Street, Dobsonville, Johannesburg, 1863. Some other sources describe the location differently. Kaizer Chiefs’ fixture notice, for example, gives the venue as Dobsonville Stadium, Dube, Soweto, and map apps may show nearby street names. Search for “Dobsonville Stadium” in your map app and check that the pin sits at the stadium in Dobsonville, not at another Soweto venue such as Orlando Stadium.
If your ticket or event notice names a specific gate, use that gate as your destination rather than the general stadium pin.
Opening / Access Information
Neither the City of Johannesburg nor SMSA publishes general public opening hours for the stadium. Access is linked to scheduled matches, events and bookings. For any visit:
- Confirm the event date, kick-off time and gate-opening time with the organiser or club.
- Buy tickets only through the organiser’s named ticketing channel.
- Check entry rules and prohibited items for that event.
- For tours, functions, filming or other bookings, contact SMSA directly (see Contact Details).
Facilities & Capacity (Verify Current Facts)
Dobsonville Stadium capacity
Official sources give different capacity figures, checked on 13 September 2026:
| Source | Capacity stated |
|---|---|
| City of Johannesburg stadium page | 24,000 spectators (originally 20,000 when built in 1975) |
| Stadium Management SA venue page | 17,700 people |
We have not picked one figure. SMSA runs the venue, but the capacity approved for a particular event can differ again. If capacity matters for your plans, confirm it with SMSA or the event organiser.
Facilities
- Football pitch with a fully equipped athletics track (City of Johannesburg, SMSA)
- Hospitality suites, and space for functions, private celebrations and commercial filming (SMSA)
- Stadium tours and advertising and branding opportunities (SMSA)
Searchers often ask about a Dobsonville Stadium gym. Reference sources mention gym facilities among the 2009 upgrades, but we found no public gym membership, hours or prices from the City or SMSA. Pitch dimensions are also not published on either official page.
Dobsonville rugby grounds
A separate rugby ground sits next to the stadium. Soweto Urban reported that the Soweto Kota Festival was held on the rugby grounds adjacent to Dobsonville Stadium on 6 and 7 September 2025. Check the organiser’s details for any event advertised at the rugby grounds, as it may use different entrances from the main stadium.
Contact Details
- Stadium Management South Africa: 011 247 5300 (also listed on the City of Johannesburg stadium page)
- SMSA online enquiries: SMSA contact page
- SMSA registered office: Gate B, Soccer City Avenue, FNB Stadium, Nasrec, Johannesburg. This is the operator’s office, not the stadium.
For match tickets and fixture questions, contact the club or event organiser rather than the stadium.
Events & Activities
The venue hosts football matches, athletics and community events. Fixtures and events change often, so we do not list dates on this page. See Dobsonville Stadium Events for event information, and always confirm with the official organiser.
Organisers who want to hire the stadium for a function, filming or a sports event should enquire with SMSA. Hire costs and availability are not published.
Transport, Parking & Nearby Places
The stadium is in Dobsonville, which is served by minibus taxis, Putco buses and Rea Vaya routes. Elias Motsoaledi Road (M77) runs through Dobsonville, linking Soweto to Roodepoort. For route options, see Transport in Dobsonville.
- Parking: No general parking information is published. Check the parking or drop-off instructions for your event.
- Match days: Allow extra time for traffic and security checks, and follow instructions from traffic officials.
- Nearby: Browse shops, food and landmarks in Places in Dobsonville.
Latest Update & Official Sources
Facts on this page were checked on 13 September 2026 against the City of Johannesburg stadium page, SMSA’s Dobsonville Stadium page and Kaizer Chiefs’ official news. Capacity, home-team arrangements, contact numbers and CAF ratings can change. Check the official sources before relying on them for bookings or event planning.
Who owns Dobsonville Stadium?
The stadium is a City of Johannesburg sports facility and is operated by Stadium Management South Africa.
What is the capacity of Dobsonville Stadium?
The City of Johannesburg says 24,000 spectators. SMSA says 17,700 people. Confirm the figure for your event with SMSA or the organiser.
Where is Dobsonville Stadium located?
At the corner of Montlahla and Majova Street, Dobsonville, Soweto, Johannesburg, 1863, according to the City of Johannesburg.