Kisumu International Sports Complex
Client
Ministry of Sports, Culture and Heritage
Duration
28 months
Project Value
KES 78.6 Million
Project Overview
A landmark sports infrastructure project establishing Kisumu as a regional sporting hub in East Africa. This comprehensive complex features a 30,000-seat international stadium, indoor multi-purpose arena, Olympic-size swimming facilities, and extensive training grounds. The development meets international sports federation standards, enabling Kenya to host major regional and continental sporting events while providing world-class facilities for athlete development and community recreation.
Project Scope
- 30,000-seat stadium, 5,000-seat indoor arena, Olympic pool, training grounds, athlete accommodation
- Media center, VIP suites, parking, public transport integration
- Certification to FIFA, World Athletics, CAF, IAAF standards
- Features/Functionalities:
- Multi-sport facilities, modular design for phased expansion
- Timeline & Milestones:
- Construction: 28 months (2021-2023)
- Key milestones: Stadium completion, arena handover, certification
- Budget/Resources:
- Value: KES 78.6 Million
- Constraints/Assumptions:
- Compliance with multiple international standards
- Assumes government funding and stakeholder support
- Out-of-scope:
- Event management and operations
- Athlete recruitment and training
Key Features
- 30,000-seat main stadium with FIFA-certified pitch
- World Athletics certified running track
- 5,000-seat indoor multi-purpose arena
- Olympic-size swimming pool and diving facilities
- Tennis courts and outdoor training grounds
- Athletes' accommodation and training center
- Media center and VIP hospitality suites
- Modern changing rooms and medical facilities
- Floodlighting for night events
- Ample parking and public transport integration
Project Team
- P
Project Manager
- S
Sports Facility Architect
- S
Structural Engineer
- S
Sports Surface Specialist
- E
Electrical Engineer
- S
Sports Standards Consultant
Challenges
- 1.Meeting multiple international sports federation standards simultaneously
- 2.Large-scale earthworks and site preparation on 25-hectare site
- 3.Complex roof structures for stadium and arena
- 4.Installation of specialized sports surfaces and equipment
- 5.Accessibility and crowd management for 30,000+ spectators
Solutions
- Collaboration with international sports facility consultants
- Advanced engineering for long-span roof structures
- Specialized contractors for track, field, and court installations
- Comprehensive crowd simulation and safety planning
- Modular design allowing phased construction and future expansion
Project Outcomes
FIFA and World Athletics certified facilities
Capacity to host CAF and IAAF sanctioned events
Training hub for regional national teams
Significant boost to local sports tourism
Community access to world-class sports facilities
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