Government steps up sports infrastructure expansion with new Thika Stadium
The national government has stepped up its push to expand sports infrastructure across the country after breaking ground for a modern 10,000-seater stadium in Thika town..
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The Kenyan government has initiated the construction of a new 10,000-seater Thika Stadium in Kiambu County, marking a significant step in its plan to expand sports infrastructure nationwide. The project aims to foster talent, boost local economies, and position Kenya as a competitive sporting nation.
- The new stadium will feature an eight-lane running track, a standard football pitch, and modern amenities including a canopy and VVIP pavilion.
- Salim Mvurya, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, assured that local businesses would not be disrupted during construction.
- The project is expected to be completed in less than a year and will serve as a training venue for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament.
- Kiambu County is a major beneficiary of the government's sports infrastructure program, already hosting facilities such as Kirigiti Stadium and Karatu Stadium.
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