Talanta Stadium 95% Complete Ahead of December 31 AFCON Deadline

The Raila Odinga Talanta Stadium is nearing completion with 95 percent of construction finished as Kenya prepares to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The stadium is targeted for a December 31 completion date. Meanwhile, Kenya's national rugby sevens teams Shujaa and the Lionesses are determined to defend their titles at the upcoming 28th edition of the Safari Sevens tournament. Separately, Mombasa United secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Kariobangi Sharks in the first leg of the SportPesa Premier League promotion-relegation playoff, taking a slim lead into the return match. At the same time, a fresh storm has erupted at Athletics Kenya over the protracted battle for a new constitution, hindering the organization's ability to hold elections.