Kenya on track to host CHAN 2024, assures Sports CS Mvurya and CAF
With just over a month to go before CHAN 2024 kicks off, Sports CS Salim Mvurya and CAF have assured Kenyans that preparations are on track, despite growing concerns over stadium readiness.
With just over a month to go before the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) kicks off on August 2, Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) have moved to reassure the public that Kenya remains on course to co-host the tournament.
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Kenya is set to host the regional competition alongside Uganda and Tanzania, but concerns have emerged online regarding the readiness of key venues such as Nyayo National Stadium and Moi International Sports Centre (MISC) Kasarani.
However, CS Mvurya has dismissed the doubts, affirming that significant progress has been made. Speaking alongside CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba, he emphasised the strong collaboration between the government and CAF to ensure the event proceeds as planned.
“In the process of hosting, CAF usually carries out inspections. We are working closely with them to maintain the required standards—not just for sporting facilities but also in areas such as security and hospitality,” Mvurya said.
“Their team has already visited Kasarani, Nyayo, Police Circle, Ulinzi, and Kirigiti. They acknowledged the progress made and pointed out areas that still need work.”
He added that the government has released funds to fast-track final upgrades.
“This morning, we disbursed Sh400 million to the contractor to address the outstanding issues. I want to assure the country that we are still on track to host CHAN in August,” Mvurya stated.
CAF’s Mosengo-Omba expressed similar confidence, highlighting visible improvements since his last visit in December 2024.
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“CAF President Motsepe asked me to assess Kenya’s progress, and I must say what we’ve seen so far is encouraging. If the momentum continues, there’s no reason the tournament can’t be hosted here,” he said.
He also reaffirmed CAF’s commitment to working closely with both the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and the government.
“We’re all in the same boat. The federation, the government, and CAF must work together to deliver a successful competition,” he noted.
CS Mvurya concluded by listing several completed upgrades.
“At Kasarani, the pitch is ready with proper irrigation systems. The seats, changing rooms, and VVIP section are complete. We are now finalising work on VAR systems and other electronics,” he said.
The African Nations Championship is a biennial tournament reserved for players who compete in their local domestic leagues. As the countdown to August 2 continues, both CAF and the Kenyan government remain aligned in their determination to deliver a successful event and a milestone moment for East African football.
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