Status of Kipchoge Keino Stadium Ahead of Mashujaa Day Fete [Photos]

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that the Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret is ready to host the Mashujaa Day celebrations on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. 

In an update on Sunday, October 18, after inspecting the stadium, Murkomen said he was impressed by the pace and quality of the ongoing upgrading works.

The Interior CS noted that although the upgrading works were not yet complete, the 15,000-seater facility was in good condition to host the national celebration.

“This evening, I inspected the construction of Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, ahead of the Mashujaa Day celebrations. We are impressed by the pace and quality of the upgrading works at the stadium.

“Although not yet complete, the 15,000-seater stadium is in good shape to host this year's Mashujaa Day celebrations,” Murkomen said. 

He mentioned that the stadium is being upgraded to world standards, featuring a modern football pitch, an improved running track and modern changing rooms. 

The stadium is also set to feature an expanded VIP pavilion and modern floodlighting.

Murkomen added that the government had put in place security measures to ensure the safety of all those attending the Mashujaa Day celebrations. 

“We have put in place adequate measures to ensure the security of those attending the celebrations. We urge everyone to adhere to the laid-down safety guidelines,” he added. 

The 2026 Mashujaa Day celebrations is being hosted across Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, and Uasin Gishu counties. 

Other facilities being prepared for the celebrations include Kapsabet Stadium, which has a capacity of 10,000, and the Kamariny Stadium in Iten, which has a similar 10,000-seat capacity. 

President William Ruto will preside over the celebrations on Tuesday at the Kipchoge Keino Stadium. 

The event is expected to attract senior government officials and politicians from across the country.