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Shame as CAF bans Kasarani and Nyayo Stadiums from hosting international matches

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Nyayo stadium , Kasarani [photo courtesy]

Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Friday banned Kenya’s two main stadiums, Kasarani and Nyayo, from hosting international matches.

This is after both stadiums were subjected to an intense inspection exercise ahead of the upcoming FIFA 2022 World Cup qualifiers but failed to meet the required standards.

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