The Western Regional Commissioner, Irungu Macharia, has assured that Bukhungu Stadium will be ready in time to host this year’s Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) and Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) games.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsMacharia confirmed that both the national government and the County Government of Kakamega are working closely to accelerate renovation works at the iconic stadium.##NAJAVA_MECA_8910044##He said contractors are working round the clock to meet the June deadline set by President William Ruto.“When President Ruto visited Kakamega, he directed that the stadium be ready by June, and we’re keen on ensuring the contractor adheres to this timeline,” said Macharia during the official confirmation of Kakamega as the host of the regional and national school games.The event will mark the return of the East Africa Secondary School Games to Kenya since they were last held in Eldoret in 2016.Macharia also assured that adequate security arrangements will be put in place for the high-profile event, which is expected to draw students and delegates from six East African Community (EAC) countries, as well as participants from six invited guest nations.CONFIRMED: AFC Leopards disqualified from Mozzart Bet Cup after losing appealNelson Sifuna, Head of the Directorate of Field and Co-Curricular Activities at the Ministry of Education, said his team is currently inspecting sports venues in Kakamega in preparation for the games.“We are also assessing the readiness of the facilities while appealing for enhanced security support. We know Kakamega, and even our neighbours in Uganda, have very passionate fans,” said Sifuna.He added that the tournament presents a valuable opportunity for young players to showcase their talents and potentially earn sponsorship opportunities beyond the region.FKF draft 6-point anti-hooliganism plan after Gor Mahia, Shabana chaosFEASSA Secretary-General David Ngugi echoed calls for urgency, urging both levels of government to ensure that the stadium — particularly the playing field — is completed in time to host the final football matches in an enclosed venue to curb crowd trouble.The championship will feature a wide range of sports including football, volleyball, basketball, netball, lawn tennis, and swimming, with football typically drawing the largest crowds.
