Martyrs' stadium, Football stadium in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Stade des Martyrs stands as the fourth largest stadium in Africa with a capacity of 80,000 spectators in the capital city of Kinshasa.
Initially named Stade Kamanyola in 1993, the venue was renamed in 1997 to commemorate four ministers executed by the Mobutu regime in 1966.
The stadium hosts the Congolese national football team matches and serves as home ground for local clubs AS Vita Club and DC Motema Pembe.
The facility underwent substantial renovations in 2008, 2021, and 2023, with improvements to dressing rooms, lighting systems, and spectator accommodations costing 15 million dollars.
Pope Francis addressed 80,000 young Congolese at this stadium in February 2023, delivering a message against tribalism and corruption.
Location: Kinshasa
Inception: 1994
Official opening: September 14, 1994
Capacity: 80000
GPS coordinates: -4.33042,15.31000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:52
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