Ethiopia's Bekele to build multi-million-dollar complex in Sululta, Oromia

AFP - October 1, 2008

Ethiopian track great Kenenisa Bekele announced Wednesday on state television he would finance the construction of a multi-million dollar sports complex in Ethiopia.

The multi-purpose sports centre will be established in Sululta, some 50 kilometres (30 miles) north of Addis Ababa and will cost an estimated 15 million dollars.

"Its opening will contribute a lot to the development of sports in the country," Bekele said.

The 50-hectare complex is expected to be completed within two years and Bekele said he was subsequently planning to host an international cross-country tournament. Read More.

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