Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has urged early arrival for the Mashujaa Day celebrations.
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen urges attendees to cooperate with organisers, who have arranged overflow seating and screens outside the main stadium seating areas.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged Kenyans attending Mashujaa Day celebrations to arrive early and avoid overcrowding. He also asked attendees to cooperate with security officers and event organisers to ensure a smooth event.
Murkomen said organisers had prepared overflow seating areas and screens to accommodate more people. These facilities will allow attendees to follow the celebrations without congesting the stadium’s main seating areas.
He added that the programme would start early and end on time. Organisers expect approximately 15,000 people at the main venue for the national celebrations.
Mashujaa Day Crowd Management Plans
Nandi, Uasin Gishu and Elgeyo Marakwet counties will co-host this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations. As preparations continue, Murkomen has urged attendees to follow instructions from security personnel and use the designated viewing areas.
The additional seating and screens will help accommodate visitors who cannot access the stadium’s main seating sections. Consequently, organisers hope to ease congestion and improve crowd management throughout the event.
Stadium Upgrade Nears Completion
Murkomen also announced that the host stadium’s upgrade is approximately 80 per cent complete. Despite the remaining work, he said preparations were progressing ahead of the national celebrations.
The renovation includes a modern football pitch, an improved running track and upgraded changing rooms. It also features an expanded VIP pavilion and modern floodlighting.
According to Murkomen, the improvements aim to bring the facility closer to international standards. The project also reflects the government’s broader investment in sports infrastructure.
Mashujaa Day to Celebrate National Achievements
Beyond the celebrations and stadium preparations, the event will recognise Kenyans who have contributed to national development. Their achievements span athletics, agriculture, business and youth-led initiatives.
Murkomen said the celebrations would also highlight progress in sports, economic development and security. In particular, he pointed to the North Rift region’s contribution to athletics and the importance of investing in modern sporting facilities.
As the country prepares to honour its heroes, Murkomen’s message remains clear: Kenyans should arrive early, follow security instructions and cooperate with organisers to ensure orderly celebrations.
