Construction of the Sh900 million Kidundu Stadium in Vihiga County is on course following the successful completion of land compensation for all affected families.
Vihiga Governor Wilber Khasilwa Ottichilo said the 10,000-seater stadium will play a key role in transforming the county’s sports sector and boosting socio-economic development.
The project, which sits on 15.6 acres, is being implemented under the supervision of the Kenya Defence Forces to ensure quality standards and efficiency in delivery.
Dr Ottichilo said that as of April 20, 2026, all nineteen families affected by the project had been fully compensated, with the total compensation amounting to Sh128 million.
“The County Government of Vihiga contributed Sh29.5 million, while the National Government, through the Ministry of Lands and the Land Settlement Fund Board of Trustees, provided Sh98.5 million,” he said.
He noted that the completion of the compensation process has cleared the way for smooth implementation of the project.
The governor added that upon completion, the stadium will provide a modern venue for sports and community events, attract local and national competitions, and promote sports tourism in the region.
He said the facility is also expected to create employment opportunities and stimulate growth in the hospitality sector.
Ottichilo commended President Dr William Samoei Ruto for supporting the compensation process, as well as Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome and Principal Secretary Nixon Korir for their role in implementing the programme.
He also acknowledged the support of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, Vihiga Constituency Member of Parliament Ernest Kagesi, and other local leaders.
The governor further lauded the affected landowners for their cooperation in facilitating the project.
During the event, the Vihiga County Commissioner, Peter Mwangi Maina, told the press that he was pleased that Kidundu residents had been fully compensated despite the challenges encountered during the process.
Maina acknowledged the strong cooperation between the county and national governments and thanked the residents of Kidundu for their patience and support throughout the exercise.
During the press briefing, the Kidundu Residents Chairman, Duncan Adesa, expressed appreciation to fellow residents for willingly surrendering their ancestral land to pave the way for the construction of Kidundu Stadium.
“It has been a long journey since last year. We have cooperated with both the county and national governments, and we are grateful to the Governor and his team for their support and compensation to our people,” said Adesa.
The event was attended by government officials from the Vihiga County Government and various stakeholders.
In attendance the press included government officials from the Vihiga County government, National government and representatives of the affected families.
Kidundu Stadium is expected to be completed by October 2026 and is anticipated to serve as a major sports and social hub in Vihiga County.
by Yvonne Misango and Florence Oteng’o
