Kenya Railways has set December 15, 2026, as the deadline for completing the railway connection to Raila Odinga International Stadium (Talanta) ahead of the January 5, 2027, football match between Bayern Munich and Ajax FC.
The railway link is expected to provide an alternative means of transport for thousands of football fans travelling to the stadium to ease pressure on Nairobi’s roads during the international fixture.
Transport Principal Secretary Mohammed Daghar and Kenya Railways Managing Director Philip Mainga inspected the ongoing construction and upgrading works on Tuesday, November 10, as the Government stepped up preparations for the match.
The project involves upgrading the existing Nairobi-Limuru commuter railway line and constructing a connection through Kibera to the new Talanta Sports City stadium.
The works include replacing existing steel sleepers with concrete sleepers to improve track stability, increase durability and reduce maintenance requirements.
Speaking during the inspection, Daghar said the upgraded line will carry approximately 1,500 passengers per trip, with multiple trips planned to accommodate football fans.
“The line will be ready by December 15, 2026. The Government also plans to upgrade other sections of the Nairobi Commuter Rail Service network in a bid to improve mobility,” he said.
Kenya Railways Managing Director Philip Mainga said the improvements will provide Nairobi residents with a more reliable commuter service while making it easier…
