KITUI, Kenya, July 17 – The ongoing building of the Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County is predicted to be accomplished by October 6, prepared on time to host Mashujaa Day, Cabinet Secretary of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, Salim Mvurya, confirmed on Thursday.
Mvurya, who inspected the ten,000-capacity facility on Wednesday, stated works are already 15 % full and expressed his satisfaction with the tempo and high quality of the work, stating that the stadium will likely be upgraded after the nationwide celebrations to assist a spread of sporting disciplines, together with athletics.
“I used to be right here in February the place I introduced the Government’s intention to assemble this facility, and right this moment I’m happy to substantiate that work is properly underway,” stated Mvurya.
He added, “The folks of Kitui stand to learn from improved infrastructure, job creation, and long-term sporting and financial alternatives.”
The CS reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to growing high-quality sports activities infrastructure, following President William Ruto’s directive to lift sports activities services nationwide to international requirements.
He additionally emphasised the significance of native participation, urging the contractors to prioritize hiring native youth and artisans.
“Our aim isn’t just to construct stadiums, however to empower communities,” the CS stated.
During the tour, the Deputy Governor of Kitui County, Augustine Wambua, recommended the nationwide authorities’s collaboration with the county authorities, led by Governor Julius Malombe, which has been instrumental within the clean supply of the undertaking.
