ZANZIBAR, Aug. 19 -- ZANZIBAR Second Vice-President Hemed Suleiman Abdulla has assured that the Fumba Stadium is on course to be completed by December or January, keeping it on track to host matches during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Hemed gave the assurance yesterday after inspecting construction progress at the strategic stadium project in Fumba, saying he was satisfied with the work and confident the venue would be ready in time for the continental tournament.

He said construction had reached 81 per cent completion, while more than 95 per cent of the required construction materials were already at the site, giving the government confidence that the remaining work could be completed on schedule.

“More than 95 per ce...