Busia County has taken another important step towards the realization of a modern stadium after hosting a technical team from China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), who visited the county under the direction of the Kenya’s Ministry of Defence.
The visit follows a consultative meeting held last week at the Ministry’s offices to deliberate on matters relating to the proposed construction of the Busia Stadium, a project expected to greatly boost sports development and provide a modern facility for athletes and youth across the county.
During the visit, the CRBC team carried out a topographic survey at the Agricultural Training Centre (ATC), located behind the Affordable Housing Project in Busia, where the proposed stadium is expected to be constructed. The exercise is part of preliminary technical assessments aimed at informing the planning and design of the stadium.
The survey marks a key step in the early stages of the construction of the Busia Stadium project, which is anticipated to enhance sports development, nurture local talent and provide a suitable venue for sporting and community events in the county.
The visiting team was received at the Governor’s lounge by County Secretary, CS Oscar Juma, who welcomed the delegation and reaffirmed the county government’s commitment to supporting initiatives that promote development and opportunities for the people of Busia.
The proposed stadium is expected to become a key facility in promoting sports, empowering youth, and positioning Busia as a hub for sporting activities in the region.
Also present were team from CRBC; ZHAO YAN SONG ZENG JIAN PING, County Executive Committee Member for Sports, Culture and Gender, Olunga Ekwenye; Chief Officer for Sports and Culture, Saviour Panyako; Chief Officer for Lands, Phaustine Ounoi; the County Lands Surveyor; and Directors from the Survey and Public Works departments, who accompanied the team during the exercise.
By Anthony Solly
