Canon Apollo Sports ground,Makongeni.
By I.P. reporter.
NAIROBI, Kenya (Nov. 30) .
Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson is taking the lead in improving sports infrastructure in Kenya, with several projects making significant strides while others face delays.
During an inspection of the refurbished Canon Apollo Sports Ground in Makongeni, Sakaja expressed satisfaction with the progress of the transformation.
Once plagued by flooding, the stadium has been revitalized and is now poised to become a key community hub for sports.
“This is a total transformation from what was once a flooded ground,” Sakaja said. “Now, that’s in the past. This facility will serve as a center for youth development and sporting activities.”
Sakaja also encouraged local youth to make use of the new facility.
“The youth here have long raised concerns about the poor state of this ground. We’ve listened, and now we’ve delivered,” he added.
In addition to Canon Apollo, Sakaja highlighted other ongoing sports infrastructure projects in Nairobi, including those at Woodley, Mwiki, Kangemi, Kihumbuini, and City Stadium. Most of these projects are expected to be completed by mid-2025.
However, challenges remain outside Nairobi.
The much-anticipated Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega has faced significant delays and is currently stalled, raising concerns about the future of the project.
The stadium was expected to be a key driver of sports and tourism in Western Kenya, but its halted construction has left many wondering when the project will resume.
Similarly, the Masinde Muliro Stadium in Kanduyi has made slow progress, with local residents expressing frustration over the lack of visible development, despite multiple assurances from county government officials.
In contrast, the Trans Nzoia Stadium is progressing steadily, with construction on track for completion.
Sakaja praised the project as a model for other regions. “This is the kind of momentum we need to see across the country.
“Every county should have access to world-class sports facilities,” he said.
As Sakaja continues to push for improved sports infrastructure in Nairobi and across Kenya, his leadership is expected to leave a lasting impact on the country’s sporting landscape, creating opportunities for young athletes and fostering talent nationwide.
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