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 contains the set up of a man-made turf pitch and an improved drainage system.
The reopening was delayed past the preliminary August 16 deadline as a consequence of technical changes.
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Alphonse Rukaburandekwe, Director Normal 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 have now reached an settlement with the contractor to have the pitch prepared in early September,” Rukaburandekwe mentioned.
“It is going to be totally accomplished and prepared to be used.”
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The short-term 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 staff was compelled to play its residence matches at various venues.
“Our matchday attendance dropped by roughly 70 p.c, and our total efficiency suffered as a result of we have been utilizing a venue the place we lacked residence benefit,” Musoni mentioned.
“Shedding our gate assortment income was a significant 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 increase, starting with their fixture towards Gasogi United.
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“Huye Stadium gives far superior services in comparison with the Kamena floor we have now been utilizing,” Musoni mentioned.
“Reopening the stadium in time for the brand new season will assist restore staff efficiency, deliver our followers again to the stands and generate important matchday income.”
