Turf, Sound System Installation Progressing Well as ‘96% Complete’ Kasarani Stadium Braces For CHAN 2024 [VIDEO]

The turf, sound and LED systems are nearing completion as Kasarani Stadium braces itself for CHAN 2024.

The final touches to completely refurbish Kasarani Stadium are ongoing as the arena braces to host the upcoming 2024 African Nations Champioship (CHAN) set to be co-hosted by Kenya this August.

The stadium, which was officially confirmed as the arena that will host the final of the tournament, has been going through phase two of renovations since April, when the placing of the roofing canopy, as well as seat and lift installation was completed.

Among the final touches being implemented are the installation of a new sound system, VAR (Video Assistant Referee) infrastructure, LED screens, and the laying of an artificial turf over the former running track area.

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A video uploaded by Wanderlust on YouTube provides a detailed visual update on the progress. The artificial turf being laid is not intended for athletic competition, but rather to enhance the stadium’s appearance, as the once-functional tartan track was damaged during the two-year-long renovation period, which saw extensive use of heavy machinery and foot traffic.

The government has announced that a brand-new athletic track will be installed after CHAN, with a projected completion date set for the end of 2025—part of Kenya’s broader stadium readiness plan for hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania.

LED Screens, Floodlights and Interior Facilities

The massive LED screens, a CAF requirement, are in advanced stages of installation. One screen is nearly complete while the second is halfway done. These screens will be crucial for VAR use, replays, and stadium-wide announcements.

Inside the stadium, work is being finalized in key operational areas such as the VAR room, anti-doping facility, media centre, media tribune, and players’ lounges. Changing rooms for players and officials are already complete, with Kasarani surpassing the minimum CAF standards by offering six changing rooms—plus dedicated areas for match officials and ball boys.

What Has Already Been Completed?

As previously reported by Pulse Sports, Safety signages have been placed across various sections of the stadium to assist crowd movement, and the roofing canopy, now fully installed and extended to cover both upper and lower decks, ensures improved weather shielding across the arena.

Floodlights meeting CAF’s required luminance levels (1,200–2,000 lux) have been tested and approved, complete with power backup systems.

 Seats across the regular sections have also been installed—offering backrests, while VIP areas feature upgraded, foldable seats in gates 1, 2, and 24.

The outer surroundings of the stadium have received an aesthetic facelift as well, with mature landscaping and flowering adding visual appeal.

Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya had directed that the facility be handed over by June 25th, but it is expected it will be handed over on June 30, a target the contractor is on course to meet.

With CHAN 2024 fast approaching, Kasarani is almost match-ready—symbolizing Kenya’s growing readiness to host major continental football events.