Kenyan government hands over Kasarani affirming readiness to host 2024 CHAN

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The Kenyan government has officially handed over Kasarani Stadium to the 2024 Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament Local Organising Committee (LOC) in a clear indication that they are ready to co-host the tournament in August.

The Kenyan government, through the Ministry of Sports, handed over Kasarani Stadium to the Local Organising Committee on Monday - marking a critical milestone as the country accelerates preparations for the tournament.

Kasarani, which has been undergoing renovation, has been picked by the Confederation of African (CAF), to host the closing ceremony (and final), and also will be the home for Group A matches.

Teams in Group A include Kenya's Harambee Stars, Morocco, Angola, DR Congo, and Zambia. Meanwhile, Tanzania’s Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam will host the opening match, while Nelson Mandela Stadium in Kampala, Uganda, has been designated to host the third and fourth matches of the event.

“I have today (Monday, June 30th), officially handed over the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, to the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) - marking a critical milestone as we accelerate preparations for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) scheduled for August 2025,” said Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Sports Salim Mvurya.

“The Kasarani Complex, along with its two adjacent training grounds, will serve as the main venue for CHAN 2025. It will host the final match and also serve as the base for our national team, Harambee Stars.

“This momentous occasion is not only a proud achievement for Kenya but also for the entire East African region. It reaffirms our standing as a premier destination for international competitions and sets the stage for hosting future continental tournaments, including the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).”

Harambee Stars will play their opening fixture at 15:00 local time against the Democratic Republic of Congo at the same venue.