THE Kitui Agricultural Show and Trade Fair has been moved from July 2025 to February 2026 to pave way for construction of Ithookwe Showgrounds which is being built to be an international stadium. Kitui County CEC for Agriculture and Livestock Stephen Kimwele told the media that once the construction will be completed, the stadium would host Mashujaa Day celebrations. President William Ruto will lead the national celebrations on October 20.
"Since the national government is spearheading the construction of the modern stadium, we have found it ideal to push out Agricultural Show from this July 2025 to February 2026 to pave way for the important project", said the county minister.
The Dr Julius Malombe-led government failed to identify an alternative venue for the Agricultural Show which traditionally takes place in July leading to its postponement. "An event of this magnitude requires so many things. There should be adequate security, a secure gate, perimeter fence and a wall, amenity facilities, demonstration farms and livestock lines and many others", explained CEC Kimwele.
However, show lovers have been assured that going forward, the Kitui Agricultural Show and Trade Fair will be held in February every year at the refurbished grounds.
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