Confirmed! Coldplay to play two South African shows in October 2011

It has been confirmed this morning by the official Coldplay site and radio sources that Coldplay will perform two shows in South Africa this October. The first show is scheduled for Wednesday, 5 October at Cape Town Stadium and the second show for Saturday, 8 October at FNB Stadium Johannesburg. The tour is presented by 94.5 KFM, 94.7 Highveld Stereo and M-Net. Click on the links above for full discussion and previews of the shows (and reviews and photos after the shows have finished).

Here is the online confirmation from Anchorman: Good morning. We're very pleased to report that Coldplay will be heading to South Africa in October to play their first ever shows in the country. Tickets go on sale from Computicket.com and 083 915 8000 at 9am (local time) on Thursday 12th May. The dates are as follows:

5th October - Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town

8th October - FNB Stadium, Johannesburg

CEO of Big Concerts, Attie Van Wyk commented: "Coldplay is one of the most exciting British bands to ever visit our shores. After 10 years of knocking on the door, we are incredibly excited that they have finally confirmed two stadium shows. Their extraordinary live performances will be a first for audiences in South Africa".