Tag Archives: Talanta Stadium
Talanta Stadium Nears Completion as Kenya Steps Up AFCON 2027 Preparations
May 15, 2026 at 12:11 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Construction of the Raila Odinga International Stadium at Talanta Sports City has reached 91 per cent completion, with the Government projecting completion by July ahead of AFCON 2027. The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering the stadium on schedule as Kenya accelerates preparations to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of […]
Senate Puts Sports Ministry on Spot Over Ksh45.8 Billion Talanta Stadium Cost
May 14, 2026 at 01:07 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing has put the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports under scrutiny over the escalating cost of the Talanta Stadium project, procurement procedures and ownership documentation for the multi-billion-shilling facility. Appearing before the Committee, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy […]
Govt Assures Kenya Will Meet CAF Deadline for AFCON 2027 Hosting Fee
Mar 22, 2026 at 11:13 AM
By KPC Sports Reporter The government has expressed confidence that Kenya will meet key deadlines set by the Confederation of African Football ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Principal Secretary in the State Department for Sports Elijah Mwangi said there is sufficient time for the country to comply with requirements, including payment of […]
Government Rewards Golfer Njoroge Kibugu After Stellar Performance
Mar 17, 2026 at 01:39 PM
By KPC Sports Correspondent Kenya’s top golfer Njoroge Kibugu is five million shillings richer after receiving a government reward in recognition of his outstanding performance at the Magical Kenya Open (MKO) held in February. The cash award fulfils a pledge made by William Ruto during the tournament’s closing ceremony at Karen Country Club on February […]
Raila Odinga International Stadium 80 Per Cent Complete, Government Says
Jan 23, 2026 at 01:12 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The government has announced that the 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium is more than 80 per cent complete, marking a major milestone in what is billed as Kenya’s largest sports infrastructure project since independence. The update was given on Friday following a high-level joint inspection of the stadium and associated facilities […]