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June 1, 2026
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From dust to grass: The story of Wajir Stadium

From dust to grass: The story of Wajir Stadium

This is the first stadium in the vast north-eastern region to be built to international standards...

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The Wajir Stadium, a 10,000-seater facility built to international standards, was completed in a record three months in Wajir County. The stadium marks a significant development for sports in the arid north-eastern Kenyan region.

  • The facility includes a standard football pitch, an eight-lane athletics track, modern changing rooms, and VIP lounges.
  • Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi spoke about the stadium's potential to foster local sporting talent, noting that Wajir teams have consistently reached finals in inter-county tournaments despite previous poor facilities.
  • The stadium was handed over by the national government ahead of the June 1, 2026, Madaraka Day celebrations, the first major event held there.

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