CHAN 2025 Stories

CHAN 2024: Harambee Stars face 'Group of Death' challenge
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 15, 2025

The 2024 CHAN draw, held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, placed Harambee Stars in a challenging "Group of Death" alongside powerhouse...

Treasury projects Sh4.49 trillion budget for 2025/26 financial year
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 15, 2025

The largest share of the National Government’s allocation goes to the Executive, which is set to receive Sh2.68 trillion, accounting for 59.8 per cent...

Musonye urges FKF to prioritize Harambee Stars' performance for CHAN success
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 15, 2025

Nicholas Musonye, Chairman of the CHAN Local Organising Committee, has urged the FKF to prioritise Harambee Stars' preparation for the tournament, war...

CAF announces postponement of CHAN to August 2025
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 14, 2025

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the postponement of the 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) to...

East African football legends to lead CHAN 2025 draw
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 13, 2025

Three East African football legends, McDonald Mariga (Kenya), Hassan Wasswa (Uganda), and Mrisho Ngasa (Tanzania), will lead the draws for the 2025 Af...

Sports CS confident as Kenya readies for CHAN 2025
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 13, 2025

Kenya is in the spotlight as it readies to co-host the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) alongside Tanzania and Uganda. Speaking at KICC on Sun...

Harambee Stars bundled out of Mapinduzi Cup after 1-0 loss to Zanzibar
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 10, 2025

The result also increased Zanzibar’s wins over Kenya to five matches with Kenya having won in 31 of their 42 previous meetings

Mapinduzi Cup: Burkina Faso awaits as Kenya and Zanzibar battle for final spot
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 10, 2025

urkina Faso has already booked their place in the 2025 Mapinduzi Cup final after a commanding 2-0 victory over Tanzania. Now, the focus shifts to Hara...

The curious case of Zanzibar: A nation’s fight for FIFA and CAF recognition
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 09, 2025

Zanzibar’s national football team has faced a unique and ongoing struggle for recognition in global football. Despite forming in 1926, the team has ye...

Harambee Stars and Zanzibar Heroes ready for Friday Mapinduzi Cup battle
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 09, 2025

Kenya is set to face Zanzibar in a highly anticipated Mapinduzi Cup match on January 10, 2025. With both teams coming off strong performances, the sho...

CAF delegation completes inspection of Kenyan facilities for CHAN 2025
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 08, 2025

A CAF delegation has completed its final inspection of Kenyan stadiums ahead of the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN), set to be co-hosted by K...

CHAN 2025: Prize money surge signals new era for African football
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 08, 2025

CAF has increased the winners' prize money for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) to $3.5 million (Ksh 452 million), the highest in the tour...

Gombani Stadium: Pemba Island’s proud sports hub with a rich history
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 08, 2025

Gombani Stadium, located on Pemba Island, is one of two key venues for the 2025 Mapinduzi Cup, alongside Zanzibar’s Aman Stadium. The stadium’s modern...

Mapinduzi Cup: Harambee Stars bounce back with convincing win over Tanzania
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 07, 2025

Harambee Stars bounced back from their opening draw with a dominant 2-0 win over Tanzania in the Mapinduzi Cup. Second-half goals from Boniface Muchir...

Mapinduzi Cup: Historic East African derby returns to Zanzibar stage
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 07, 2025

Kenya and Tanzania reignite their long-standing football rivalry on Tuesday night at the 2025 Mapinduzi Cup. With Kenya holding a significant historic...

Harambee Stars ready to battle Kilimanjaro Stars in Mapinduzi Cup showdown
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 07, 2025

Harambee Stars take on Kilimanjaro Stars tonight at 7 pm in the Mapinduzi Cup at Gombani Stadium. Both teams are eager for a win in this East African...

Lobby group slams govt’s ill-preparedness for Grade 9 transition in 2025
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 06, 2025

The group has expressed concern that without urgent interventions, the government’s mishandling of the transition could leave students ill-prepared an...

Kimanzi blames panic and low intensity for draw against Burkina Faso
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 05, 2025

Francis Kimanzi has attributed Harambee Stars’ 1-1 draw against Burkina Faso in their Mapinduzi Cup opener to panic and low intensity. Speaking after...

Government announces key directives ahead of schools reopening for first term in 2025
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 05, 2025

Ogamba reiterated that the 348 boarding schools which were closed last year due to safety standards would reopen only after meeting the necessary safe...

Mapinduzi Cup: Kenya held to a draw by Burkina Faso
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 04, 2025

Kenya's Harambee Stars were left frustrated after conceding a stoppage-time equaliser in their 1-1 draw with Burkina Faso during their opening match o...

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