By COLLINS OMULOMore by this AuthorNairobi Governor Mike Sonko has said his administration is set to embark on the construction of sports fields and public swimming pools in all the 17 constituencies in the county. Speaking on Monday afternoon after meeting investors from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sonko said they intend to put up football, basketball and cricket stadiums, and public swimming pools at least in each of the Nairobi's 17 constituencies. He said the aim of the project is to help nurture talent and also keep the youth busy through sports. Sports Permanent Secretary Kirimi Kaberia later confirmed that the two world-class stadiums promised by President Uhuru Kenyatta will be built in Nairobi. The Head of State on December 23 pledged the government would construct the stadiums specifically for cricket and rugby.

Source: Daily Nation February 06, 2018 11:21 UTC