Construction of the new Bomas International Convention Centre has reached 35.16 per cent completion, with the main structure already standing prominently along Lang'ata Road.
According to the latest construction data released on May 22, the main structural works are now over 81 per cent complete, marking major progress on the ambitious KSh42 billion project expected to transform Kenya into a leading conference destination in Africa.
Once completed, the ultra-modern facility will host up to 11,000 delegates at the same time. The convention centre will feature a 5,000-seat main auditorium, a second hall with a capacity of 3,500 people, a large banquet ballroom, and 35 separate meeting rooms.
Work on the steel structures and glass curtain walls is currently over 71 per cent complete, while roofing and waterproofing works stand at about 16 per cent. Interior finishing works are also ongoing across the massive 100,320-square-metre complex.
One of the standout features of the project is a highly secured Presidential Pavilion covering 5,200 square metres and designed to host up to 30 heads of state simultaneously during international summits and conferences.
The larger master plan also includes five luxury hotels, a shopping complex, sports and recreation facilities, residential areas, and a cultural heritage zone showcasing Kenya’s diverse communities through traditional homes, attire, and artefacts.
Transport infrastructure around the convention centre will include a heliport, a multi-agency ring road, and large parking spaces covering more than 550,000 square metres.
The project is being implemented by the Ministry of Defence through the Kenya Defence Forces in partnership with a Turkish construction company.
The government expects the convention centre to be fully completed by September 2026, positioning Kenya among the top destinations for major regional and international events.
