President William Ruto revealed on Tuesday, March 11, that the construction of the Bomas International Convention Complex in Bomas of Kenya is set to begin in two weeks, even as public scrutiny on the national heritage site mounts.
As per a Cabinet dispatch, Ruto announced that the project was aimed at improving the building to a world-class standard. "The President announced that construction of the Bomas International Convention Complex will begin in two weeks, marking a major milestone in the government's plan to transform the facility into a world-class conferencing hub," the dispatch stated. "The project aims to redefine the look, feel, and purpose of Bomas, positioning it as a premier destination for global events," it further added.
An image showing the inside of the Bomas of Kenya.
Photo naturaltoursandsafaris The new development comes after former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua exposed that Bomas of Kenya was being sold to a Turkish national, a claim the government denied. On Sunday, March 9, Gachagua sensationally claimed the alleged sale of the historic Bomas had been approved by the Cabinet.
