CHAN 2024 Stories

CAF delegation begins final inspection tour in Kenya ahead of CHAN 2024
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 04, 2025

With just weeks to the tournament's kickoff, CAF officials are in Kenya to assess the country’s readiness to co-host CHAN 2025, inspecting key venues...

Kenya names provisional squad for CHAN 2024
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 02, 2025

Kenya has named a 30-man provisional squad for CHAN 2025, featuring a mix of local league talent as the Harambee Stars prepare to kick off their campa...

Kenya to face DR Congo in CHAN 2024 opener at Kasarani as CAF releases full fixture list
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 27, 2025

CAF has released the full match schedule for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda from...

Kenya to host 2024 CHAN final at Kasarani as CAF confirms full match schedule
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 19, 2025

Kenya will host the final of the 2024 CHAN at Kasarani Stadium on 30 August 2025, as CAF confirmed venues and group allocations for the East Africa-le...

CAF General Secretary confirms Kenya is on track to co-host CHAN 2024
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 05, 2025

CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba has given Kenya a thumbs-up ahead of CHAN 2024, saying the country is 90% ready to co-host the tournament. Wi...

Harambee Stars arrive in camp ahead of Chad friendlies
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 03, 2025

Harambee Stars Head Coach Benni McCarthy expressed optimism about the team's preparations ahead of their upcoming friendly matches against Chad, sayin...

Kenya on track to host CHAN 2024, assures Sports CS Mvurya and CAF
Erick Kariuki  |  May 28, 2025

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 g...

No Stadium, No Mashemeji Derby: Gor vs AFC postponed amid CHAN venue crisis
Erick Kariuki  |  May 09, 2025

The Mashemeji Derby between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards has been postponed after stadium complications linked to CHAN 2025 preparations left organisers...

AFC Leopards host Gor Mahia in the 96th league Mashemeji Derby
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 30, 2025

Gor Mahia are currently third in the league with 42 points, trailing Kenya Police (45 points) and leaders (45 points). AFC Leopards sit fifth with 36...

Equatorial Guinea replaces disqualified Congo for CHAN 2024
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 21, 2025

Equatorial Guinea has been confirmed as Congo's replacement for CHAN 2025 following a CAF ruling that disqualified the "African Red Devils" due to eli...

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...

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...

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...

CAF President Motsepe praises Kenya’s CHAN 2024 preparations
Rama Mohammed  |  Dec 20, 2024

CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe visited Kenya to assess CHAN 2024 preparations, touring key stadiums and meeting President William Ruto at State Hou...

Kenya dismisses CHAN hosting rumours, promises readiness by February
Rama Mohammed  |  Dec 11, 2024

Kenya has dispelled rumours of losing its hosting rights for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) due to delays in facility upgrades. Sports C...

CAF inspectors raise concerns over Nyayo and Kasarani stadia for CHAN 2024
Rama Mohammed  |  Dec 03, 2024

CAF inspectors have flagged delays in renovations at Nyayo and Kasarani Stadia, warning that Kenya could lose hosting rights for the 2024 CHAN if the...

CAF team conducts second inspection for CHAN 2024 in East Africa
Rama Mohammed  |  Nov 23, 2024

CAF has begun its second round of inspections in Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya to evaluate preparations for the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Champi...

Harambee Stars aim to bounce back against South Sudan in CHAN qualifier
Rama Mohammed  |  Nov 03, 2024

Harambee Stars are gearing up for a crucial CHAN qualifier against South Sudan this afternoon at Namboole Stadium in Uganda. After a disappointing 2-0...

CS Ababu Namwamba expresses confidence in CHAN 2024 preparations
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 20, 2024

The Cabinet Secretary also reitarated the government's plans to build two ultramodern stadia in Mombasa

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