PS Daghar said the line will enhance movement along the Nairobi Commuter Rail Service to Talanta Sports City.
Transport Principal Secretary Mohammed Daghar has revealed that the construction of the Nairobi -Kibera-Talanta station Meter Gauge Railway line will be complete by December 15, 2026.
Speaking during an inspection of the ongoing construction works on Tuesday, November 10, PS Daghar said the line will enhance movement along the Nairobi Commuter Rail Service that links Nairobi Central Station and Limuru Station.
The works include replacing steel sleepers with concrete sleepers, which offer greater durability, improved track stability and reduced maintenance requirements.
"This line will transport 1,500 passengers per trip when operations commence. We will have more than one trip in order to ensure that soccer fans enjoy the sport they love. The line will be ready by December 15, 2026," he said.
A file photo of Kenya Railways Managing Director Philip Mainga with Transport PS Mohammed Daghar.
The PS added that the Government also plans to upgrade other sections of the Nairobi Commuter Rail Service network in a bid to improve mobility ahead of the match between Bayern Munich and Ajax FC.
On his part, Kenya Railways Managing Director Philip Mainga said the commuter line will enhance connectivity to the new stadium.
Mainga said that the corporation aims to strengthen Nairobi's commuter rail infrastructure to provide faster, safer and more reliable transport options for Nairobi residents.
"The upgraded line will make access to the Raila Odinga International Stadium easier while providing an efficient alternative to road transport, particularly during major events,” he added.
Earlier, President William Ruto confirmed that the Raila Odinga Stadium at Talanta Sports City will be officially opened on January 5, 2027, and will host a European clash between Ajax and Bayern Munich.
Talanta Sports City confirmed that the 15,000 tickets for phase one had already sold out and promised more ticket sales in subsequent phases.
The company warned ticket holders of the match between FC Bayern Munich and Ajax FC not to share their tickets with anyone.
""Keep your ticket safe! Your ticket's QR code is your key to the stadium. Sharing it on social media, WhatsApp groups or with friends could allow someone else to use it before you do, leaving you locked out of the experience," the company wrote.
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