Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba on Tuesday made a significant move, handing over the responsibility for the construction and renovation of four key stadia to the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF). In a bid to secure the Afcon hosting rights, Kenya threw their hat into the ring alongside neighbours Uganda and Tanzania, forming a joint bid. Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda have never hosted Cup of Nations, making their bid for the 2027 tournament all the more significant. Meanwhile, Namwamba has outlawed the use of playing pitch at both Nyayo and Kasarani for non-sports-related activities. We have forbidden use of stadia, especially the section used for playing football, rugby and the likes,” Ababu said.

Source: Daily Nation September 19, 2023 18:35 UTC