CHAN 2024 tournament Stories

Six fan zones set up for Harambee Stars’ CHAN showdown with Zambia
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 13, 2025

The move comes after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) slashed the stadium’s capacity by 40 per cent to 27,000 over security concerns.

CAF fines FKF Sh6.5 million over security breaches at Kasarani
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 13, 2025

CAF’s Disciplinary Board found FKF guilty of failing to meet stadium safety requirements and warned that continued lapses could see Kenya’s national t...

Why Harambee Stars must beat Zambia to secure Kasarani quarterfinal
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 13, 2025

Kenya leads Group A with seven points from three games, ahead of Angola, DR Congo and Morocco.

Gor Mahia shines in Harambee Stars CHAN squad with 10 debutants
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 13, 2025

On Tuesday, Gor Mahia confirmed the acquisition of new talent already featuring in the Harambee Stars, including Mike Kibwage, who joined on a two-yea...

Mukuru Community Justice Centre: Fighting injustice, police abuse to empower Kenya’s vulnerable
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 12, 2025

While many Kenyans were just discovering the centre’s work, residents of Mukuru Kwa Njenga had long relied on it as a vital source of hope and justice...

Murkomen urges Sakaja to set up big screens for CHAN fans across Nairobi to decongest Kasarani Stadium
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 12, 2025

Murkomen emphasised that the Government has put in place enough mechanisms to ensure that Kenya is not in breach of CAF rules during the ongoing CHAN...

Kenya risks losing CHAN quarter-finals' hosting rights due to fan misconduct, LOC warns
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 12, 2025

FKF President Hussein Mohammed announced plans to establish official fan zones for supporters who cannot attend the Harambee Stars’ final group match...

Kenya’s LOC issues strict ticketing rules following CAF's stadium restriction
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 12, 2025

CAF cited several security breaches during the tournament, including fans without tickets accessing the grounds and those with government-issued paper...

Harambee Stars to get Sh2.5m for CHAN win over Zambia, 3-bedroom homes for semi-final spot- Ruto announces
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2025

Ruto further promised a Sh2.5 million reward for every player if the team defeats Zambia in the next round scheduled on Sunday, August 17, 2025.

CHAN ticket sales suspended at Kasarani following security breach
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2025

The suspension follows an incident on Sunday when hundreds of Kenyan fans were denied entry into Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, despite ho...

CHAN ticket chaos: Fans outraged as Kenya-Zambia tickets sold out before sales opened
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2025

The ticketing row follows an incident on Sunday in which hundreds of Kenyan fans were denied entry into the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani,...

McCarthy targets strong start as Harambee Stars eye knockout spot against Morocco
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 09, 2025

Kenya heads into the fixture with four points from two matches, knowing that even a draw will secure them a place in the knockout stages of the 2024 A...

Proposed Bill could unlock new funds for Kenya Meteorological Department
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 09, 2025

The Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill, 2025, sponsored by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, seeks to add the department...

12 matches played, 15 goals scored and two red cards issued as CHAN hits crunch time
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 08, 2025

Despite being considered underdogs in Group A, Kenya currently tops the table with four points from two matches.

Daniel Sakari finds his footing as Harambee Stars battle to crucial draw with Angola
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 08, 2025

Speaking after the game, full-back Daniel Sakari, who was involved in the build-up to the winning goal against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),...

CHAN 2024: Hawkers cry foul over exclusion near Kasarani Stadium despite economic hopes
Alfred Onyango  |  Aug 07, 2025

The traders are now pleading with relevant stakeholders to create a structured and fair system that includes them in the tournament environment withou...

Government, FKF issue stern warning to CHAN fans after Kasarani security breach ahead of Kenya, Angola clash
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 07, 2025

CAF has since imposed a fine of Sh2.5 million on the FKF following multiple security violations during the CHAN 2024 opening match between Kenya and D...

CAF slaps Kenya, Tanzania with hefty fines for breaches during CHAN matches
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 07, 2025

The breaches took place during Kenya’s opening Group A match against DR Congo at Kasarani Stadium, a game that drew massive crowds and marked a histor...

FKF inks Sh15 million partnership deal with KTB to tap into sports tourism
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 06, 2025

The agreement, signed on Wednesday, aims to promote both domestic and international tourism by leveraging the growing popularity of football in the co...

Malindi embraces inclusive tourism as local, foreign investors open doors to community
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 06, 2025

A key symbol of this shift is the launch of Billionaire Plaza, a retail space within the upscale Billionaire Resort, now welcoming not just high-end v...

Kenya relishes underdog status ahead of Angola CHAN showdown
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 06, 2025

With limited time for physical training, McCarthy revealed that the team has leaned heavily on video analysis to prepare for Angola, focusing their fi...

Kenya to host 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA qualifiers
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 06, 2025

The winner of the tournament will represent the CECAFA region at the CAF Women’s Champions League 2025.

Why do African elites seek medical treatment abroad?
DW News  |  Aug 05, 2025

The deaths of former presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Edgar Lungu in foreign medical facilities have again sparked debate on whether African leaders tr...

Fans breach security at Kasarani over ticket chaos ahead of Kenya vs DR Congo match
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 03, 2025

Crowds could be seen surging past entry points, pushing against fences and defying security orders in a desperate attempt to access the stadium.

KAA warns passengers of delays to JKIA, Wilson Airport as CHAN kicks off in Nairobi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 03, 2025

In a travel advisory on Sunday, the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) announced that the movement of teams, officials and fans attending the premier foot...

Kuja na mbogi!: Ruto urges fans to rally behind Harambee Stars as CHAN hits feverpitch
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 02, 2025

Speaking from inside the pitch at Kasarani Stadium, Ruto shared a selfie video urging fans to be part of what he described as the continent’s biggest...

Ruto’s visit has brought calm, focus and motivation to Harambee Stars - coach McCarthy
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 02, 2025

Coach McCarthy described the president’s presence as a calming force and a source of great pride for the players following the head of state’s pledge...

FKF honours former footballers and their families with free passes to CHAN games
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 02, 2025

FKF President Hussein Mohammed announced that the legends will be given accreditation to allow seamless entry into match venues, along with preferenti...

Major city roads to be shut on Sunday for CHAN tournament
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 31, 2025

The affected roads include Aerodrome Road from Madaraka Roundabout to Bunyala Roundabout; Lang’ata Road; and Mombasa Road.

Kenya exits phygital football tournament after Brazil defeat, eyes 2025 games invitation
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 29, 2025

Phygital football combines virtual and real-world competition, with teams playing a digital match followed by a five-a-side physical game, and the win...

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