[Local uThungulu District 2010 Organiser, Danie] Lubbe warned that all the enthusiasm generated by the anticipated influx of tourists would be nullified if the outstanding funding needed to complete the local stadium was not forthcoming before the 3 February cut-off date. ‘We still require R8.5-million to complete the phase that will make us 2010-compliant. ‘The bulk of this, R7.9-million, is for the installation of the floodlights, while the balance is for equipment. ‘If the money is not here by 3 February, construction will be called off and we can forget any thoughts of being an active part of the World Cup,’ said Lubbe.
Bay eyed for 2010 home base
Zululand Observer
