Magnificent Talanta Stadium nearing completion; to be one of the best in the world-DP Kindiki

Prof. Kindiki said the 60, 000-capacity modern sporting facility along Ngong Road in Nairobi is being finalized and will be one of the best stadiums to ever be constructed in Kenya and will be among the top in the world.

“The magnificent 60,000-seater Talanta Sports City is near ready. Awesome in size and beautiful to behold, this is the first international stadium to be built in this country since the completion of Kasarani Stadium in 1987,” DP stated.

The Deputy President made an impromptu inspection of the ongoing construction works at the stadium early on Tuesday where he expressed satisfaction with the pace of the works and the tireless efforts by workers stationed at the site.

“A country is built by its citizens. Developed countries like the United States and Singapore have good roads, good stadiums and flyovers such as what we are building here. That is the work done by the citizens of those countries,” DP noted.

He added: “We are now talking about our own Talanta Stadium. History will record that you built this stadium with your own hands, and this good work will remain for years to come even after we leave this earth.” 

Prof. Kindiki said Kenya is witnessing historic establishment of massive sporting infrastructure courtesy of President Ruto’s administration, which he assured, is keen to tap talent through upgrading of sporting facilities across the country. He said the government targets at least one good sports facility in each of the 47 counties.

“Across Kenya, we have 31 stadiums outside Nairobi that are under construction. They meet international standards and will each be able to host more than 10,000 people for sporting events,” DP said.

Others including Kasarani and Nyayo Stadiums in Nairobi have received major facelifts in a bid to make them fit to host local and international sporting events.

Further, the Second in Command said he was encouraged to see that young people are at the centre of the realization of Talanta stadium and other key projects nationally, saying their efforts will always be remembered.

“You are contributing to one of our country's milestone legacy projects. I sincerely thank you so much. I want you to know that, despite the fact that you are earning your livelihood from this work, the most important thing is that you are helping the Republic of Kenya develop modern amenities,” DP reiterated. 

He urged them not to be swayed by those propagating cheap politics saying they have nothing to offer them.

“We will continue constructing affordable houses, stadiums and push ahead with the Nairobi River Regeneration Project so that many young people can get jobs, earn an income and not be misused by politicians engaging in cheap politics,” he emphasized.