The face-lifting of Moi International Sports Center, Kasarani is taking shape, at least according to the photos shared by Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.Kasarani and Nyayo stadia were closed to pave the way for renovations in readiness for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) and the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments.BREAKING: Kenya Police FC appoint Burundian tactician as new head coachThe ongoing works at the two facilities are expected to be ready by December 2024 ahead of CHAN which is scheduled for March 2025.In an inspection tour of the facility, Murkomen who shared photos of the state of the facility exuded confidence in its completion within the stipulated time.##NAJAVA_MECA_8494829##“I am confident that with the contractor implementing a 24-hour work schedule, the facelift will be completed within the set deadlines,” said Murkomen.Another new facility, Talanta City Stadium is being completed in readiness for the 2027 AFCON and is expected to be ready by December of 2025.Former Mathare defender wins case against match fixing suspensionKenya alongside her East African neighbours, Tanzania and Uganda will be co-hosting the 2025 CHAN as well as the 2027 AFCON and the country is the only host among the three that lacks a CAF-approved stadium at the moment.The renovation works at Kasarani include the installation of a new canopy, lighting system, tartan track as well as playing field.##NAJAVA_MECA_8511301##The last inspection of the facility by CAF revealed that the grass was improper with Kenya ordered to replant it.The visit by the former Elgeyo Marakwet senator comes in the wake of CAF’s visit to the facility on Friday 29 November.Kenyan coach signs for Tanzanian Premier League clubThe CAF delegation arrived in the country on Wednesday 27 November beginning with an inspection of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) as a critical hub for international arrivals which will be used during the continental tournaments.Apart from the Nyayo, Kasarani and Talanta City stadia where matches will be held, the inspection scope will also cover training grounds, accommodation and medical facilities.Photos Courtesy of Kipchumba Murkomen
