Rainbow Junction is a development project in

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. The development, having evolved over a number of years, comprises plans for a

mixed-use development Mixed-use is a kind of urban development, urban design, urban planning and/or a zoning type that blends multiple uses, such as residential, commercial, cultural, institutional, or entertainment, into one space, where those functions are to some ...

of some 550,000 square meters of commercial property developments over a 140 hectare greenfield site. This project presents itself as a new urban core in the northern parts of the city - "The New Business Gateway to Africa".

History

Originally planned as a mixed used development supporting a planned sports complex comprising a 41,000-seat stadium and an attached indoor sports arena, it was to be used as a match venue for the

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finals. In 2005, it was reported that no public funding had been set aside for the project and that the

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municipality was seeking private financing to complete the stadium and associated infrastructure. Originally planned for completion in June 2007, the site was downgraded to be used as a training venue for the World Cup, rather than hosting any matches. After

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decided not to use the proposed stadium at all, selecting Loftus Versfeld Stadium in its place, the development was amended. The new development proposal, covering over 70 hectares, comprises eight phased development areas. Construction is expected to be phased in over 10 to 15 years commencing mid-2012.

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