MEWA Arena

MEWA Arena, a modern multi-purpose stadium in Africa, designed to host large-scale sports events, concerts, and public gatherings. Also known as Manga Entertainment and Wellness Arena, it's one of the few African venues built to international standards with seating for over 40,000 fans and advanced lighting and sound systems. This isn’t just another stadium—it’s a hub where football passion meets cultural celebration, and where local talent gets a global stage.

Teams like DR Congo and Ghana have played crucial World Cup qualifiers here, turning match days into national events. The Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa and Puskás Aréna in Budapest get headlines, but MEWA Arena holds its own with packed crowds and electric atmospheres. It’s also hosted major concerts, bringing African artists like Burna Boy and Wizkid to live audiences that rival those in Europe or North America. The venue’s location and infrastructure make it a top pick for FIFA, CAF, and event promoters looking to reach a wide African audience.

What makes MEWA Arena stand out isn’t just its size—it’s how it connects communities. From youth football tournaments to national celebrations, it’s where fans in Cape Town, Lagos, and Nairobi feel part of something bigger. Whether you’re there for a last-minute goal, a surprise performance, or just the buzz of a crowd, this place delivers. Below, you’ll find real reports from matches, concerts, and events that turned MEWA Arena into a landmark—not just on the map, but in the hearts of those who’ve been there.

Mainz 05 and Hoffenheim drew 1-1 in a tense Bundesliga clash at MEWA Arena, as Andreas Hanche-Olsen's own goal opened the scoring before Lee Jae-Sung equalized. Mainz stay 17th; Hoffenheim's winning streak ends.