The construction of the Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County, a modern 10,000-seater sports facility, commenced in June 2025 and is steadily progressing.
The terraces, VIP lounge, internal access roads, pedestrian walkways and VIP roofing have already been completed, with grass weeding, grading and leveling currently underway.
The roofing of the terraces remains the final major work before completion.
This project reaffirms the government's continued investment in sports infrastructure, coming on the heels of Kenya's successful co-hosting of the CHAN 2024 finals and in line with preparations for the upcoming AFCON 2027, which Kenya will also co-host.
The stadium has already been designated as the official venue for this year's Mashujaa Day celebrations in October, cementing its place as a national landmark.
Beyond sports, Ithookwe Stadium is already creating jobs during its construction phase, while its completion will open new opportunities in sports tourism, hospitality and trade, thereby boosting the regional economy and revenue streams.