Bomas International Convention Complex Nears Completion [Photos]

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Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has announced that the Bomas International Convention Complex (BICC) is nearing completion.

In an update on Friday, August 21, Omollo said final interior works and external finishes at the complex are progressing steadily.

“Under the supervision of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Engineers, the BICC is nearing completion, with tiling, glazing and roofing progressing alongside final interior works, external finishes and access roads,” said PS Omollo.

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The Interior PS noted that once completed, BICC will attract business tourism and Kenya's rich cultural and wildlife heritage into one destination.

He also said the complex will position Nairobi as a competitive global commercial capital and strengthen Kenya’s appeal as a destination for business tourism.

“Such infrastructure is critical to reimagining Nairobi as a competitive global commercial capital, rather than merely a regional transit point,” PS Omollo stated.

BICC, which covers more than 323,500 square meters, will feature an 11,000-delegate convention arena with 35 meeting rooms, a 5,000-seat main auditorium and a 3,500-seat secondary hall.

The facility will also have a Presidential Pavilion for up to 30 Heads of State and a 3,000-capacity banquet hall.

PS Omollo mentioned that future phases of the development will introduce luxury hotels, a shopping mall, food court, recreational facilities, a heliport and extensive parking.

“Future phases will add luxury hotels, a shopping mall, food court, recreational facilities, a heliport and extensive parking, alongside an enhanced cultural zone and animal orphanage,” PS Omollo added.

The update comes months after the Senate Committee on Roads, Transportation, and Infrastructure was informed that the complex is set to be completed by September.

The committee was given the timeline during an inspection visit at the facility on Thursday, April 30.

“The new international convention facility, to be known as the Bomas of Kenya International Conference Centre, is expected to be completed by September this year. Once complete, it will be the first of its kind in the East African region,” the Senate said in a statement.

The completion of the construction of BICC was initially expected to be completed by April this year and be used for the 2026 Africa-France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth Summit scheduled for May 11 and May 12, 2026.

Reporting originally appeared via Nairobi Leo. Read the full source for additional context.