Talanta Sports City Stories

KURA announces closure of Jamhuri Road for sewer, drainage construction at Talanta Sports City
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 09, 2025

The agency explained that the works are crucial to address long-standing drainage problems that have frequently caused flooding around Jamuhuri and Ng...

Kenya avoids WADA suspension, agrees to meet anti-doping standards within four months
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 04, 2025

Only three organisations remain non-compliant with the WADA code: the National Anti-Doping Organisations of Russia and Sri Lanka, and the Internationa...

Gucha Stars promoted to National Super League following disrupted match
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 01, 2025

The fixture, played on September 26, 2025, at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, was marred by disruptions. Kick-off was delayed for over an hour after Gucha...

US Embassy in Nairobi scales back operations following government shutdown
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 01, 2025

The embassy encouraged the public to visit the official website, travel.state.gov, for the latest updates on service availability and operational stat...

Talanta Sports City bond sparks outrage as MPs fear Sh97 billion taxpayer burden
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 30, 2025

Matungulu MP Stephen Mule warned that taxpayers could end up paying more than Sh97 billion—over twice the original amount borrowed for the project.

Court bars sports tribunal from handling doping cases against international-level athletes
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 25, 2025

Justice Roselyn Aburili faulted the tribunal for assuming jurisdiction over a matter that falls squarely under the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK),...

Isiolo Stadium works resume after six-year delay
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 23, 2025

Isiolo Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo said the handover was conducted by Lillian Nzile, Chief Facility Management Officer at Sports Kenya, in the presence...

SportPesa League round two: Fixtures, venues and key clashes this weekend
Charity Pancras  |  Sep 22, 2025

The round wraps up on Sunday, September 28, as APS Bomet lock horns with Murang’a Seal at Gusii Stadium in Kisii, closing out another thrilling week o...

Somali President Hassan Sheikh announces new visa rules for foreign passport holders
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Sep 18, 2025

He said that no Somali citizen is able to travel to another country using a Somali passport without first applying for a visa, and therefore, the same...

Autopsy confirms fatal head injuries on construction worker found dead at Talanta Stadium
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 16, 2025

Vocal Africa CEO Hussein Khalid said the family, which is now demanding justice, believes the fatal injuries may be linked to disputes over unpaid wag...

Probe launched after body of missing construction worker found at Talanta Sports Stadium
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2025

Kyengo, reported missing on September 6, was found in a water sump behind the stadium terraces under construction, raising questions over possible fou...

Wote Stadium downsized to 5,000 seats after engineering challenges
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2025

Mvurya said while the project had already cost over Sh200 million, difficulties stemmed from the need to fill up four meters across the entire site, a...

29 Kenyans eye glory at IPSC World Handgun Championships in South Africa
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 09, 2025

In preparation for the World Shoot, the Kenyan team last week participated in the IPSC Handgun Pre-World Shoot competition held at Bamburi Rifle Club...

McCarthy clinches SJAK coach of the month award following CHAN 2024 run
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 02, 2025

Under his leadership, the Stars stunned eventual champions Morocco 1-0, edged past two-time winners DR Congo and Zambia with identical scorelines, and...

Young Kenyan footballer eyes Sh3 million prize in global athlete of the year competition
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 01, 2025

Ethan Henry is now rallying for votes to secure the top prize, which includes $25,000 (Sh3.2 million) and a feature in the 3BRAND campaign in Sports I...

Morocco lift their third CHAN trophy after beating Madagascar 3-2
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 30, 2025

The Atlas Lions, who previously lifted the trophy in 2018 and 2020, once again showed their pedigree, but only after surviving a stern examination fro...

514,000 passports issued despite delays in application process - GPA
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 22, 2025

According to a progress report by the Governance and Public Administration (GPA) Subcommittee of the National Development Implementation Committee (ND...

Motorists advised to brace for traffic disruptions ahead of Kenya vs Madagascar CHAN quarterfinal clash
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 21, 2025

The temporary measures are expected to significantly affect motorists using Thika Road, Kiambu Road and the Northern Bypass, among other key routes.

Boost for Harambee Stars as CAF increases Kasarani capacity to 80 per cent for CHAN clash against Madagascar
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 21, 2025

CAF has now agreed to the increased capacity, paving the way for what is expected to be a charged atmosphere as Kenya enters the knockout stage of a m...

CAF yet to lift sanctions, limits Kasarani Stadium capacity to 27,000 fans for Kenya-Madagascar CHAN quarter-final clash
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 20, 2025

CAF limited the number of spectators to 27,000 (60 per cent) of the stadium’s capacity, due to repeated and serious security lapses at recent CHAN 202...

Five ex-officials face civil suit over irregular CHAN tender payments
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 17, 2025

The suit focuses on payments made to Gregori International in 2017 for upgrading sports facilities in preparation for the CHAN tournament, which was l...

Rwanda gears up to host historic 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Africa
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 13, 2025

All schools within Kigali will be closed during the championship week, while public servants have been encouraged to work remotely.

CHAN ticket sales suspended at Kasarani following security breach
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2025

The suspension follows an incident on Sunday when hundreds of Kenyan fans were denied entry into Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, despite ho...

CHAN 2024: 10-man Harambee Stars stun Morocco 1-0 in thrilling Group A clash at Kasarani Stadium
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 10, 2025

In the end, Harambee Stars held on to secure all three points in front of a packed Kasarani crowd—a victory that strengthened their position as Group...

For Harambee Stars Sh600 million CHAN pledge, Ruto to pay Sh530 million out of pocket - PS Mwangi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

Mwangi said on Tuesday that the Sh70 million annual budget under the Sports Ministry’s reward scheme will cover a portion of the bonus, with Ruto pers...

Malala summoned by DCI over unauthorised helicopter landing at Mumias Sports Complex
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 05, 2025

Western Region Police Commander Issa Muhamud stated that the helicopter landed without prior clearance or coordination, calling it a direct violation...

Kenyan leaders unite in praise as Harambee Stars make CHAN history against DR Congo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 03, 2025

The electrifying atmosphere at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, reached its peak when midfielder Austin Odhiambo netted the only goal of the...

Biometrics to replace passport stamps at EU border from October
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 02, 2025

Officials explained that the biometric data will be collected at the point of departure, including airports, ports, and train stations, through dedica...

Kagame explains inspiration behind Kigali’s sports city
The New Times  |  Jul 30, 2025

Built by former NBA player and Giants of Africa founder Masai Ujiri, the complex includes sports courts, an 80-room hotel, retail and co-working space...

New motion calls for cash prizes, state recognition for Kenya’s world-class athletes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 28, 2025

If adopted, the scheme would see athletes receive Sh6 million for setting a world record, Sh4 million for winning gold, Sh3 million for silver, and Sh...

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