Government Unveils 10,000-Seater Ahmed Khalif Stadium in Wajir

Sign InCountiesGovernment Unveils 10,000-Seater Ahmed Khalif Stadium in WajirBy John Mutiso · October 28, 2026 · 1 min readSponsored AdThe government has unveiled a modern 10,000-seater stadium in Wajir County equipped with an artificial turf football pitch, athletics track and other upgraded facilities.

In an update on Wednesday, October 28, Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi said the Ahmed Khalif Stadium was part of the transformation of Kenya’s sports ecosystem.

“The 10,000-seater Ahmed Khalif Stadium in Wajir County continues to stand tall as a pillar of the transformation of Kenya’s sports ecosystem,” he wrote.

File image of Ahmed Khalif Stadium in Wajir County

The facility features permanent spectator seating, VIP pavilions and modern changing rooms designed to support players and officials during sporting events.

It also has improved sanitation facilities and upgraded water and electricity infrastructure to enhance its functionality.

The artificial turf football pitch is complemented by a tartan athletics track intended to support athletics activities and expand sporting opportunities in the region.

File image of Ahmed Khalif Stadium in Wajir County

Mwangi said the investment was expected to benefit not only athletes but also residents and businesses through employment opportunities and increased economic activity associated with sporting events.

“We are providing a modern platform for nurturing talent, hosting competitive sporting events, creating employment opportunities and stimulating economic activity in Wajir and the wider Northern Kenya region,” he added.

Mwangi reaffirmed the government’s commitment to developing sports infrastructure under President William Ruto’s administration, saying the aim was to ensure that talent development opportunities reached all regions.

“Under the leadership of President William Samoei Ruto, we are relentless and fully committed to expanding access to quality sporting facilities, ensuring that every region has an opportunity to discover, nurture and develop its sporting champions,” he concluded.

File image of Ahmed Khalif Stadium in Wajir County