The installation of floodlights at Moi International Sports Center, Kasarani is nearing its completion after an update was shared by both Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya and his Principal Secretary (PS) Peter Tum.The latest photos of the stadium under floodlights were shared by both the Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya and Tum after an inspection tour on Monday 3 February 2025.Kenyan academy fights for share of Harambee Stars midfielder’s Ksh465 million transfer feeCS Mvurya toured the facility that is earmarked for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in the company of Sports Principal Secretary (PS) Peter Tum and Local Organizing Committee (LOC) chairperson Nicholas Musonye among other senior officials.Tum allayed fears that the construction works have slowed down after the postponement of CHAN while giving an update during the impromptu night visit at Kasarani Stadium.##NAJAVA_MECA_8682113##”As promised, despite the postponement of CHAN 2024 from February to August, work continues at Kasarani and Nyayo Stadiums—going beyond the initial phases CAF had approved for us to host CHAN.Last evening, I joined CS H.E. Mvurya and CHAN LOC Chair Nicholas Musonye for an impromptu inspection of ongoing construction at Kasarani Stadium. Mathare United complete signing of former Gor Mahia midfielderThe contractor is keeping to his word, with our officers on the ground, alongside KDF personnel, closely monitoring progress to ensure the venue is ready for CHAN tournament,”In the photos, the CS visited at night perhaps so as to get a first-hand experience and observation of the efficacy of the floodlights.##NAJAVA_MECA_8685060##According to the photos, the whole stadium is perfectly lit and ready for a match or training session to take place at night with the clarity that is required.The floodlights have been installed in the roofing structure across the stadium including in areas where a canopy is yet to be installed. The floodlights will not in any way prevent the installation of a canopy around the stadium which is expected before CHAN begins.Gor Mahia chairman sets expectations for new Croatian coachFloodlight installation is a requirement by FIFA in order to ensure the safety of players and the quality of TV coverage and the requirements include;Illuminance where floodlights are expected to provide at least 1200 lux of horizontal illuminance across the pitch.##NAJAVA_MECA_8684703##The light distribution should be in such a way that the pitch is evenly covered with minimal shadow.Floodlights should also be designed in such a way that they avoid the glare of players and match officials.Harambee Stars prospect set for extended time on sidelines after knee injury in EnglandThere should be an independent backup power to ensure that matches proceed as usual even in the event of a power blackout.Additionally, floodlights must undergo independent testing by a FIFA-accredited licencee to ensure that performance and installation requirements are met.##NAJAVA_MECA_8684136##After all is done, a certification is done if the floodlight installations pass the on-site test and will be awarded a FIFA Quality Programme mark.Kasarani is in the stage of testing and is expected to be certified before the tournament begins in August.Gor Mahia treasurer accuses chairman Rachier of elections delay to extend his termThe 2024 CHAN was initially set to take place in February but will now take place from Saturday 2 August 2025 to Saturday 30 August 2025 after it was pushed to allow the host countries (Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania) to adequately prepare and two additional teams be found.
