Ithookwe Showgrounds in Kitui County is 80 percent complete and on course to host this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations, which will be marked under the theme of energy and with more focus on renewable resources.
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo on Thursday inspected the facility and other key projects linked to the national event. He said the multi-agency preparations were progressing smoothly, with both security and logistical plans firmly in place.
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The revamped stadium will feature a 10,000-seater terrace, a standard football pitch, and a running track. Alongside it, the Ithookwe Airstrip is being rehabilitated by KAA and KCAA to support KDF operations, while a mini State Lodge is being refurbished to host the official State luncheon.
Road infrastructure across Kitui is also receiving attention, with KURA and KeRRA upgrading both urban and rural access roads leading to the stadium. Officials say the improvements will ease movement during the celebrations while boosting local development in the long term.
PS Omollo praised the cooperation between the national government and the Kitui County Government under Governor Julius Malombe, saying the preparations remain on track. He added that the multi-agency efforts are aimed at delivering a smooth and memorable celebration while leaving behind lasting benefits for the residents of Kitui.
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