This is how Talanta Sports City looks like so far ever since construction began in March 2024.
Preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) are well underway, with Talanta Sports City taking shape as Kenya, alongside co-hosts Uganda and Tanzania, gears up for the continental showpiece.
The 60,000-seater stadium, located at the Jamhuri Grounds along Ngong Road in Nairobi, is set to meet its completion deadline of December 2025.
The groundbreaking ceremony for Talanta Sports City was held on March 1, 2024, officiated by President William Ruto.
Sports CS Salim Mvurya has provided an update over the renovations of the Bukhungu and Kipchoge Keino stadia.
Initially, the project was expected to be completed by December 2025, with a potential extension to March 2026. However, ongoing efforts at the site suggest that construction is on track to meet the earlier deadline.
The facility is being built by the China Road and Bridge Corporation under the supervision of the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports. This marks the first brand-new international-standard stadium constructed by the Kenyan government since Nyayo National Stadium (1983) and Kasarani Stadium (1987).
UPDATES
1.Terraces & Sitting areas
The majority of the work in 2024 focused on laying the foundation. Now, construction of the terraces has significantly advanced. The stadium’s stands, designed to be three-tiered, are shaping up, with the structural work for the first two tiers already completed and progress being made on the top tier.
2. Playing surface
Work on the playing surface is ongoing, including the installation of a modern drainage system. The field will meet FIFA standards, measuring 105 meters by 68 meters, ensuring it is ready for international matches.
What will the stadium contain once completed?
The stadium will boast state-of-the-art amenities, including:
A modern VVIP area.
An advanced media center.
Executive changing rooms for players, match officials, and support staff.
A cutting-edge VAR room.
A 3,000-capacity parking area.
The stadium is being built not only for AFCON 2027 but also as part of preparations for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) in 2026, which Kenya will co-host. The completion of Talanta Sports City is expected to significantly boost Kenya’s sports infrastructure and its capacity to host major international tournaments.
With less than two years to go, all eyes are on the project’s timely delivery, ensuring Kenya’s readiness to co-host AFCON 2027 in style.
