Mvurya: 'Kenya is ready to host CHAN, AFCON 2027 is a promise we are on track to deliver'

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Kenya’s Sports Cabinet Secretary for Sports Salim Mvurya has dismissed claims circulating on social media suggesting that the East African nation is not ready to host the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN).

During a recent tour by Confederation of African Football (CAF) officials, Mvurya dismissed concerns over their presence in the country, insisting it was standard procedure. He explained that CAF routinely sends assessors to monitor a nation’s readiness to host a tournament of such magnitude.

“Some social media pages are claiming that Kenya is not ready to host CHAN. I want to clarify that Kenya is fully prepared. We met with the CAF delegation, and from both the discussions and their report, it is evident that Kenya is ready to host the tournament,” said Mvurya.

“Our mission was to inspect the ongoing preparations at the stadiums earmarked to host the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) in August 2025 and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.

“From the onset, the tour was a showcase of the hard work and dedication the Ministry of Sports has put towards the completion of Talanta City by December 2025, the renovations and upgrades of Nyayo and Kasarani stadiums, which are now complete. I had time to explain the scope of the work, timelines, and the collaborative efforts between my ministry and that of defense, in ensuring all facilities meet CAF standards.

“Am glad the members of parliament led by Hon Dan Wanyama, expressed their confidence and satisfaction on the far we have come as a country by delivering world-class stadia.

“I can say without hesitation that Kenya is ready to host CHAN 2025. And with the current momentum, AFCON 2027 is not just a possibility—it’s a promise we are on track to deliver.”

Mvurya concluded: “We have already paid the Sh1.6 billion hosting fee, and all other logistical processes are proceeding as planned. There is no cause for concern. In fact, within the next few weeks, we will begin preparing our team to ensure they are ready to compete and bring home the trophy.”

Kenya will co-host the tournament alongside Uganda and Tanzania in August 2025.