Huye Stadium is anticipated to reopen in early September as soon as renovation works are accomplished, the Rwanda Housing Authority (RHA) has mentioned.
The improve consists of the set up of a synthetic turf pitch and an improved drainage system.
The reopening was delayed past the preliminary August 16 deadline because of technical changes.
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Alphonse Rukaburandekwe, Director Common of RHA, mentioned unexpected technical challenges precipitated the delay however assured that the power would quickly be prepared.
“We encountered technical challenges that delayed completion past August 16, however we now have reached an settlement with the contractor to have the pitch prepared in early September,” Rukaburandekwe mentioned.
“It is going to be absolutely accomplished and prepared to be used.”
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The non permanent closure of the stadium considerably affected native membership Mukura Victory Sports activities, each financially and competitively, through the previous season, based on the membership’s Managing Director, Protais Musoni.
Musoni mentioned the membership misplaced almost Rwf40 million in gate receipts, whereas fan attendance dropped sharply after the crew was compelled to play its house matches at different venues.
“Our matchday attendance dropped by roughly 70 p.c, and our general efficiency suffered as a result of we have been utilizing a venue the place we lacked house benefit,” Musoni mentioned.
“Shedding our gate assortment income was a serious setback.”
With the 2026/27 Rwanda Premier League season approaching, the well timed reopening of Huye Stadium would offer Mukura V.S. with a much-needed enhance, starting with their fixture towards Gasogi United.
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“Huye Stadium gives far superior amenities in comparison with the Kamena floor we now have been utilizing,” Musoni mentioned.
“Reopening the stadium in time for the brand new season will assist restore crew efficiency, convey our followers again to the stands and generate very important matchday income.”
