AFCON 2027 Stories

Government sets aside Sh44.7 billion for Talanta Sports Complex as part of AFCON preparations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

Cabinet Secretary for Defense Soipan Tuya noted that construction of the new stadium is currently at 37 percent completion and is expected to be finis...

McCarthy: Until someone proves better, Olunga leads the Harambee Stars line
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 08, 2025

McCarthy was unwavering in his belief that the Qatar-based forward remains the best option to lead Kenya’s frontline until a better alternative emerge...

State reaffirms commitment to hosting AFCON 2027, CHAN 2025 as it pushes forward with stadium projects
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 08, 2025

The State Department for Sports confirmed that a Sh1.6 billion hosting fee has already been paid to the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

How football is fostering unity, peacebuilding and youth empowerment in Africa
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Dec 04, 2024

Football academies such as Right to Dream in Ghana and Diambars in Senegal combine athletic training with education and leadership programmes.

Revealed: Sports Ministry’s shocking over Sh1 Billion expenditure on AFCON consultancy
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 07, 2024

The Ministry of Sports is facing a storm of criticism after revelations that it allocated over Ksh1 billion to consultancy services for the 2027 Afric...

How foreigners nearly lost Sh5.8 million in AFCON 2027 fraud scheme
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jun 24, 2024

Police affidavit details fraud at the office of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, as suspects Salim Swaleh and others appear in court.

AFCON 2027: President Ruto breaks ground for Talanta Sports City Stadium
Rama Mohammed  |  Mar 01, 2024

Construction for the 60,000 seater facility will be undertaken by China Road and Bridge Company and the Kenya Defence Forces. It is expected to be rea...

AFCON 2027: Ababu Namwamba and Nick Mwendwa unveil ambitious plans
Rama Mohammed  |  Feb 15, 2024

Kenya is gearing up for a historic moment as it prepares to co-host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027 alongside Uganda and Tanzania. In a rece...

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