The government has shared a new update on the Bomas International Convention Complex, confirming that teams are still working hard on-site to meet the expected May opening.
Construction on this KSh 31.5 billion project began in March 2025. The project aims to modernize Kenya’s infrastructure and boost its ability to host major global conferences.
Back in December 2025, President William Ruto announced that contractors would wrap up the work by April 2026, allowing the doors to open for events just one month later.
New photos from the site reveal that the main structure is largely complete, showing significant progress. The main structure now stands prominently, with its distinctive wide, overhanging roof receiving its final technical finishing layers as construction moves closer to completion.
The site remains highly active, with large tower cranes still dominating the skyline. Fleets of cement trucks continue to move in and out as construction teams work around the clock in shifts to keep progress on schedule.
Workers are now focusing on the finer details, including the glass façades and interior acoustic systems, as they prepare the halls to host an expected 11,000 delegates next month.
Outside the main complex, construction continues on key infrastructure. The Bomas Ring Road and new access routes from Lang’ata Road are undergoing extensive foundation works aimed at improving traffic flow and easing future movement around the facility.
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo provided a progress report on April 20, detailing how the surrounding area is transforming.
“Supporting infrastructure is advancing in tandem, including the Bomas Ring Road, with foundation works underway to enhance access from Lang’ata Road and streamline traffic circulation,” he explained.
He noted that the site currently supports a massive local workforce to keep the project moving around the clock.
“The project is being executed by a workforce of over 3,000 personnel operating in continuous shifts, with a deliberate focus on inclusive job creation, engaging youth and women across skilled, semi-skilled, and support roles.”
Omollo further noted that the finished facility features a presidential pavilion designed for 30 heads of state and can accommodate 11,000 delegates within 35 meeting rooms.
The complex will also house a 5,000-seat main auditorium and a 3,500-seat secondary hall. Beyond the meeting spaces, the plans include a hospitality zone with hotels, shops, and unique additions like an animal orphanage.
According to the PS, the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration is currently prepping the facility by installing secure event management systems, traffic coordination tools, and smart surveillance technology.
With the France-Africa Summit scheduled for May 12, the race to the finish line is officially on.
Check out the current status of the Bomas International Convention Complex below.
