Kenya will host the 14th edition of the East Africa Community Inter-Parliamentary Games from December 6-17.
Preparations are underway for the annual extravaganza to be held in Mombasa.
The joint planning committee presented a report of their findings on preparedness by the Coastal City to host the event to the EAC Legislative Assemblies Clerks during a meeting presided over by National Assembly Deputy Clerk, Jeremiah Ndombi, at a Nairobi hotel.
“Having assessed the level of preparedness to host the games by the Kenyan Parliament, the committee is satisfied,” the report read in part.
Besides the hosts, this year’s championship will feature nine EAC Member States, including Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and newcomer Somalia.
The multi-discipline sporting event will encompass football, netball, volleyball, basketball, athletics, tug of war, darts, and golf—showcasing the region’s diverse sporting talent.
According to the venue allocation plan, the Kenya Ports Authority’s Mbaraki Stadium will be the primary venue for football and athletics.
Aga Khan Academy has been designated to host basketball, volleyball, netball, and darts while providing training facilities for football and tug-of-war teams.
Other training grounds for football are Uwanja wa Mbuzi/ Hassan Joho Stadium, Sheikh Zayed Academy and ASK Showground in Kongowea. KPA’s Makupa Members Club will host the competition and also serve as a training field for basketballers.
Ndombi emphasised the significance of Mombasa’s selection as host city, noting:
“This championship presents a prestigious opportunity for Mombasa’s residents, who have long demonstrated their passion for sports.”
He added:
“The timing will enhance the festive atmosphere during the Christmas season and we encourage residents to participate in these exciting sporting events.”
He further highlighted the economic
implications, noting that Mombasa’s
status as a premier tourist destination
will enable visiting delegations to explore the city’s renowned attractions
and hospitality sector.