Inside Kasarani Stadium as Major Pitch Reconstruction Moves to Next Stage Ahead of AFCON 2027 [PHOTOS]

Reconstruction work at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, has reached a critical milestone as ground teams advance into the structural installation phase of the main playing pitch.

New site images show extensive transformation across the floor of the Kasarani stadium, signalling significant progress in Kenya's preparations to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania.

Following the complete excavation of the legacy playing surface, contractors have established the structural sub-base required to support an international-grade playing pitch.

The latest imagery captures the placement of sub-base stone aggregates, gravel layers, and precision-fitted geotextile filtration membranes across the pitch area.

This multi-tiered base is engineered to integrate specialised subterranean drainage networks and perforated piping designed to handle heavy downpours.

Grid lines and laser-guided elevation markers stretched across the arena floor highlight the strict tolerances being applied to ensure uniform levelling across every square meter.

Preparing for Premium Hybrid Turf

With the gravel sub-base and drainage networks approaching full installation, the pitch foundation is nearing readiness for the subsequent soil profile and hybrid grass planting phases.

Modern hybrid turf systems blending natural grass with synthetic reinforcement fibres are designated for the venue to meet CAF and FIFA performance standards for elite international competition.

The ongoing overhaul of Kasarani Stadium forms part of a broader national infrastructure push that includes developments at Nyayo National Stadium and the Talanta Sports City project.