Aerial view of Talanta Sports City Stadium under construction, Nairobi

Kenya's National Stadium · Est. 2024

Where Kenya
Roars

Talanta Sports City — 60,000 seats, FIFA Category A, home of AFCON 2027. Nairobi's most ambitious sporting arena, built for the continent.

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60K

Capacity

91%

Complete

Skyboxes

45Ha

Complex

AFCON 2027 · Opening & Final Venue

East Africa Pamoja — June 19 to July 18, 2027. The continent's biggest football tournament comes home to Nairobi.

🇰🇪 Kenya

🇺🇬 Uganda

🇹🇿 Tanzania

World-Class Facilities

Built to International Standards

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60,000 Seat Capacity

Three tiers of seating in Kenya's national flag colours — black, red and green — with full roof cover and clear sightlines from every seat.

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52 Luxury Skyboxes

Premium hospitality suites with panoramic pitch views, private catering, and air conditioning — plus a Presidential Pavilion and VVIP sections.

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GrassMaster Hybrid Pitch

Bermuda grass reinforced with synthetic fibres — the same surface used by Europe's top clubs. Specifically tailored for Nairobi's climate and altitude.

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Smart Stadium Tech

Digital ticketing, HD floodlighting, high-speed connectivity, advanced broadcast infrastructure, and 360° security camera systems.

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3,000-Vehicle Parking

Integrated parking complex with future rail connectivity via the Ngong Road commuter line — seamlessly connecting the stadium to Nairobi CBD.

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Green Infrastructure

Solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and eco-friendly construction materials — aligned with Kenya's green economy agenda.

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The Stadium Taking Shape

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Aerial View — Jamhuri Grounds, Ngong Road

Talanta Stadium exterior walls with Maasai shield motifs

Maasai Shield Façade

Interior seating installation at Talanta Stadium

VIP Seating Installation

Construction progress at Talanta Stadium

Construction Progress — 91% Complete

Completed roofing structure of Talanta Stadium

Roofing Complete

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Stadium in Motion

See the construction story unfold — from groundbreaking in March 2024 to the near-complete arena ready for Africa's biggest tournament.

Inside Talanta — Full Tour (Nov 2025)

A detailed walkthrough of the stadium at 66% completion — stands, pitch, roofing and the iconic Maasai shield façade.

The Unexpected Transformation (Dec 2025)

A documentary deep-dive into Talanta's most dramatic construction phase — structural breakthroughs and design revelations.

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May 15, 2026

Construction

Talanta Stadium Hits 91% — Final Finishing Works Underway

Sports CS Salim Mvurya led an inspection visit confirming the stadium is firmly on course for a July 2026 delivery, with structural construction giving way to operational readiness.

Jan 24, 2026

Government

80% Complete: Government Reaffirms AFCON 2027 Commitment

Sports PS Elijah Mwangi inspected the facility and confirmed it is on track, with VIP seating installed and the hybrid pitch installation imminent.

Dec 12, 2025

Renaming

Talanta to Be Renamed Raila Odinga International Stadium

During the 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations, President Ruto announced plans to rename the stadium in honour of former PM Raila Odinga, who passed in October 2025.

Ready to Be Part of History?

Whether you're coming for AFCON 2027, hiring a venue, or just want to stay connected — Talanta Sports City welcomes you.

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