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CAF president Patrice Motsepe said his confidence in President William Ruto had also remained firm, pointing to Kenya's experience in hosting CHAN after preparations were extended
Work on the new memorial started on July 20, 2026, at the Odinga family compound in Bondo. Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya said the project was intended to preserve Raila’s legacy and record his role in Kenya’s democratic journey.
Under the Kisumu proposal, the airport would become Raila Odinga International Airport, adding to a series of measures being considered by the government to honour the former Prime Minister.
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua said the contractor failed to comply with directives issued by labour inspectors to rectify employment irregularities and settle outstanding wage arrears
Pitch development at the main stadium is ongoing, with grass already planted and expected to fully mature within the next three months before testing and final stitching works are carried out.
Talanta Stadium, being built at the Jamhuri Sports Complex in Nairobi, will seat 60,000 spectators and is a flagship venue for Kenya’s co-hosting of AFCON 2027 alongside Uganda and Tanzania. Construction, which started in March 2024, is managed by China Road and Bridge Corporation with supervision from the Kenya Defence Forces Engineering Department.
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu’s findings singled out several projects, with the Talanta Stadium standing out as the most expensive. The stadium’s design, construction, and equipping are valued at Sh45.8 billion, but the project has faced criticism over how the contract was awarded.
KURA has awarded a Ksh3.9bn contract to Chinese and Kenyan firms to upgrade roads, bridges and walkways around Talanta Sports City in Nairobi ahead of AFCON 2027, aiming to cut congestion and improve safety.
Kenya Railways plans a new commuter line linking Nairobi CBD, Nyayo National Stadium and Talanta Sports City, reclaiming encroached land to ease AFCON 2027 travel and cut matchday congestion.
Once complete, the Raila Odinga International Stadium will provide modern facilities for athletes, fans, and communities. The venue will be used for both domestic and international sporting events as well as national celebrations, reflecting its dual purpose of promoting both sports excellence and national pride.
Talanta Stadium in Nairobi has passed 68% completion, with its canopy, façade and key access features in place, keeping the project on track for a March 1, 2026 finish ahead of AFCON 2027.
The 60,000-seat stadium is being designed to host both football and rugby matches. Infrastructure enhancements include a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line along Ngong Road, a new railway station, and a link road connecting the Southern Bypass to the Bomas International Conference Centre.