Murkomen offers standing replace on Kasarani stadium renovations amid go to by CAF officers – Folks Each day
Sports Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen expressed optimism concerning the continuing renovations of Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, forward of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) scheduled for February 2025.
Murkomen, talking after a website go to on Thursday, November 28, 2024, praised the contractor’s around-the-clock efforts to satisfy tight deadlines.
“I am confident that with the contractor implementing a 24-hour work schedule, the facelift will be completed within the set timelines,” Murkomen wrote in a post on X.
During his go to, Murkomen additionally engaged with younger athletes coaching on the adjoining Kasarani Annex, describing their improvement as pivotal for the way forward for Kenyan soccer.
“These budding talents represent the future of our football. Such training programs not only keep them active but also nurture their skills, laying a strong foundation for professional careers,” he added.
CAF inspections
Murkomen’s remarks coincided with a second spherical of inspections by officers from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
The delegation is in Kenya to evaluate stadiums and demanding infrastructure as a part of preparations for the event, which will likely be hosted collectively by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania – a primary in CHAN historical past.
The CAF workforce, arriving in Nairobi on Wednesday, started their analysis at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), a strategic hub for worldwide arrivals.
Beyond stadium services, their inspection spans coaching grounds, lodging choices, and medical services, all important for a seamless event expertise.
Key venues beneath scrutiny embrace Kasarani Stadium, Nyayo National Stadium, and choose coaching grounds throughout Nairobi.
The renovations, Murkomen famous, are a step towards aligning Kenya’s sports activities infrastructure with world requirements.
2025 CHAN marks a groundbreaking second as Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania come collectively to host the event.
For Kenya, this is a chance to not solely showcase its sporting capabilities but additionally strengthen regional cooperation in soccer.
Earlier, Murkomen gave his reassurance in Kenya’s functionality to host the African Nations Championship (CHAN) in 2025 and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.
The Sports CS emphasized that the government was leaving no stone unturned in getting ready the nation to host the upcoming occasions.
