Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya and Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa have expressed satisfaction with the ongoing construction at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega, affirming that the venue will be completed in time for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The National Government, in May 2024, revised the stadium’s construction plans to meet FIFA and CAF standards.At the time, then-Sports CS Ababu Namwamba said that the redesign and remodelling would position Bukhungu as a key venue for international football.##NAJAVA_MECA_8720369##To facilitate this, the government allocated Ksh760 million to support the Kakamega County Government in completing the project.However, work stalled when the contractor abandoned the site, prompting President William Ruto to order the resumption of works earlier this year.Despite the delays, CS Mvurya remains confident that Bukhungu will be ready by June 2026, as per the president’s directive.“We are both satisfied and happy that Bukhungu International Stadium will be completed in record time for AFCON 2027 because the government has already decided that some matches will be hosted here,” Mvurya stated.Victor Wanyama opens up on his trophyless stint with Tottenham HotspurHe made the remarks during a joint press conference with Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa after inspecting the facility on Wednesday.Governor Barasa echoed Mvurya’s confidence, promising that Bukhungu will set a new benchmark for sports venues in the region.“Looking at the scope of work, this will be one of the best stadia in East Africa. We are paying special attention to the pitch, ensuring it meets state-of-the-art standards. We are confident that this stadium will be among the CAF-accredited venues for AFCON 2027.”Dundee United reveal why Harambee Stars midfielder was loaned to Serbian clubToday, I conducted an inspection tour of Bukhungu International Stadium to assess the progress of its construction.This visit follows the President’s directive to ensure the stadium is completed by June 2026 in preparation for AFCON 2027.The Ministry of Sports, and the… pic.twitter.com/KcwtVOM6Ci— H.E Salim_Mvurya, EGH. (@Waziri_Mvurya) February 19, 2025 Last month, President Ruto issued a firm ultimatum, ordering the contractor to complete the project by June 2026 or risk having the tender revoked and awarded to another firm.Bukhungu Stadium was initially designated as a venue for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), which Kenya is co-hosting with Uganda and Tanzania. However, construction setbacks left the site unusable.Other Kenyan stadia earmarked for AFCON 2027 include the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani and the newly-built Talanta Sports Stadium along Ngong Road.##NAJAVA_MECA_50987##Good to see some CSes really working – esp outside Nairobi. It’s a rare thing. Thanks @Waziri_Mvurya. Keep it up @moyasa_ke pic.twitter.com/u8XePjgjgH— Stephen Mutoro (@smutoro) February 20, 2025
