Mombasa’s Mbaraki Sports Club will be closed for six months for renovation and upgrading after the Gor Mahia Football Kenya Federation Premier League match on Saturday, as per a circular from the KPA Sports Club Mbaraki Secretary.The closure will affect league matches in different divisions, with Bandari using the venue to host top-tier games while Mombasa Elite and Stars host National Super League matches at the playground. Newly promoted Omax/Congo Boys are also frequent visitors at the Kenya Ports Authority-managed facility.##NAJAVA_MECA_7930390##In the communique dated 7th March 2024, the KPA management noted that the stadium will undergo renovations on the main field and the tartan track for athletes in line with the Authority’s commitment to providing standard sporting facilities.“This is to inform all our esteemed customers that the KPA Sports Club Mbaraki will undergo renovations of the main field and tartan track for athletics.”“The renovations of the Club are in line with the Authority’s commitment to provide a standard sporting facility that supports the wellness of members.”“In this regard, we will close the targeted area for six (6) months with effect from 11th March 2024 to allow the contractor to carry out the works.”“During that period, the Club will remain open as usual and we look forward to continue providing better service delivery,” read the statement.Mbaraki Sports Club Grounds will be locked for six months to pave the way for renovations after Saturday’s league match between Bandari FC and Gor Mahia. #FootballKE pic.twitter.com/CPfwd1eM5j— Ole Teya (@TeyaKevin) March 7, 2024 In an earlier interview with Mozzart Sport, Bandari’s Vice-Chairman Twaha Mbarak hinted that the renovations were going to cost up to a tune of Ksh 300,000,000 and that the works had been delayed to ensure the dockers host all the high-profile matches at the venue before its closure“We did not have another venue where to host high-risk matches to allow for the renovation to commence. The last high-risk match is against Gor Mahia on March 9. After that we have agreed with the contractor that they can move in and start the upgrade,” he said.Mbaraki set for Ksh 300 million faceliftAccording to the club administrator vying for the FKF top seat in the upcoming elections, the Dockers are exploring various options to host their home matches, including Ukunda grounds, Moi Stadium in Voi, and Dawson Mwanyumba Stadium in Wundanyi.“Of the three venues we are considering, Ukunda looks perfect because we have many fans here. But we still need the concurrence of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to decide on the final venue after the facilities are inspected and passed fit to host,” he said.NSL sides Elite and Stars are expected to flock to Serani Sports Club alongside Omax with Ronald Ngala Primary School Grounds also an option, Simba Apparel will be housed at Changamwe Estate Grounds.Bruno praises Ngiendo for reigniting Kisumu All-Stars’ season, aims for Naivas victory
