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Homa Bay seek to make Raila Odinga Stadium truly world class 

Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay town on December 21,2023. An air quality monitor has been installed at the sports facilty to monitor the quality of air. 

Photo credit: George Odiwuor | Nation Media Group

What you need to know:

  • Kenyan Premier League side Shabana currently use the stadium for their home games.
  • Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga said she is lobbying for the stadium to be considered as a venue for international football matches including the 2027 African Cup of Nations.

Homa Bay County Sports and Talent Development Executive Sarah Malit says they are waiting for central government funding to complete the construction of Raila Odinga Stadium to international standards. 

President William Ruto announced last month during a visit to the county that his government would cater for the cost of completing the project.