ELDORET RACES AGAINST TIME TO COMPLETE UPGRADES AHEAD OF MASHUJAA DAY CELEBRATIONS
Eldoret is racing to complete stadium upgrades, road repairs, cabro paving and beautification works ahead of the Mashujaa Day celebrations on October 20, 2026, at Kipchoge Keino Stadium.
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Eldoret is racing against time to complete major infrastructure upgrades and beautification works ahead of this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations scheduled for October 20, 2026.
The town, which will host the national celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium, is undergoing renovations aimed at improving its appearance, transport infrastructure and facilities ahead of the national event.
The preparations include stadium upgrades, road repairs, cabro paving, street cleaning and repainting of buildings as authorities work to give the city a fresh look before thousands of visitors arrive.
However, the tight deadline has placed pressure on contractors, with reports indicating that a shortage of construction workers has slowed progress at some sites.
The government has been monitoring construction works at the stadium and other projects to ensure they are completed in time for the celebrations.
Progress reports on the stadium have varied, with officials giving different completion estimates in recent updates, highlighting the need to accelerate the remaining work.
Eldoret’s preparations are also expected to improve the city’s infrastructure and public spaces beyond the national celebrations.
Uasin Gishu County, together with neighbouring Nandi and Elgeyo-Marakwet counties, is preparing to host the event, which honours Kenyans who have contributed to the country’s independence, development and progress.
With the celebrations only days away, the focus remains on whether contractors can complete the outstanding works on schedule and deliver the required facilities before October 20.
The success of the preparations will be a major test for the authorities as Eldoret prepares to welcome national leaders, invited guests and members of the public for the annual celebrations.
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Written by Anne Moses
Reporter and staff writer at Getembe News.
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