The government has issued an update on the ongoing construction of Migori Stadium, with the installation of the facility's canopy now underway as the Ksh700 million project progresses towards completion.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsIn a statement, Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo said the 10,000-seater facility had made significant progress, with construction works advancing as the government continues to invest in sports infrastructure across the country.Why Kenya shelved plans to have Barcelona vs Arsenal launch Talanta StadiumThe upgraded stadium will feature a CAF-standard football pitch, an eight-lane running track, modern changing rooms, a gymnasium, a basketball court, VIP lounges and a pavilion.Construction of the facility began in July 2025, with completion scheduled for December 2026.##NAJAVA_MECA_10088149##"As the Government works to revive economic activity across the Sugar Belt, modern sporting facilities will be vital in supporting youth talent, recreation and community engagement," Omollo said.
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"The ongoing upgrade of Migori Stadium is advancing this vision, with canopy installation currently underway."Why South Africa-based Kenyan striker is backing Harambee Stars to shock Bafana BafanaThe project forms part of the government's broader sports infrastructure programme ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which Kenya will co-host alongside Uganda and Tanzania.Other facilities undergoing construction or renovation include Thika Stadium, Moi Stadium in Kisumu, Kericho Green Stadium, Gusii Stadium and Bukhungu Stadium, among others, as the country continues preparations to improve its sporting infrastructure.##NAJAVA_MECA_10088160##Once completed, Migori Stadium is expected to provide a modern sporting venue for football and other sporting activities in Migori County and the wider South Nyanza region, with Migori Youth expected to use the venue for its home matches for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.Nyayo Stadium event forces Gor Mahia to host Nairobi United in Kirinyaga