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Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) Undergoes Renovation for the First Time Since Its Inauguration in 1973

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The Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), a state-owned enterprise in Nairobi, is undergoing a major renovation for the first time since it was opened in 1973. The renovation, led by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), aims to restore the facility's status as East Africa's premier conference venue. The facility will feature upgraded main conference facilities, rehabilitated fountains, and enhanced technological capabilities. The renovation is expected to be completed by the end of this month, in time for the heads of State conference on climate change early next month.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi is undergoing a major renovation for the first time since its inauguration in 1973.
  • The renovation is led by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and aims to restore the facility's status as East Africa's premier conference venue.
  • The renovated facility will feature upgraded main conference facilities, rehabilitated fountains, and enhanced technological capabilities.
  • The KICC has hosted numerous local and international conferences, exhibitions, concerts, festivals, and cultural shows since its inception, contributing to the country's economic development.
  • The facility has an amphitheatre that can seat over 1,000 people and a plenary hall that can accommodate up to 5,000 people.
  • The KICC has partnered with various players to market it as a leading destination for meetings, incentive travel, conferences, and exhibitions.

Statistics:

  • 1973: The year the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) was opened.
  • 2011: The year the Tourism Act was established, which superseded Legal Notice No. 77 of 2004 and established the KICC as a government corporation.
  • 2012: The Act came into effect on September 1, changing the name from Kenyatta International Conference Centre to Kenyatta International Convention Centre.
  • 5,000: The number of people the plenary hall can accommodate.
  • 1,000: The number of people the amphitheatre can seat.
  • 1970s: The decade when the KICC was first opened.
  • 2023: The year the renovation is expected to be completed.

Sources:

  • "Nation" - The ongoing renovation of the KICC by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) will see the facility regain its status as East Africa's premier conference venue.
  • "Tourism Act of 2011" - The Act superseded Legal Notice No. 77 of 2004 and established the KICC as a government corporation.
  • "Kenyatta International Convention Centre" - The facility has hosted numerous local and international conferences, exhibitions, concerts, festivals, and cultural shows since its inception.

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