Victor Wanyama, Onyango, Ngasa unveil new CHAN trophy in Tanzania

Celebrated football icons – Victor Wanyama (Kenya), Denis Onyango (Uganda) and Mrisho Ngasa (Tanzania) – unveiled the new trophy for the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Tanzania on Friday.

The announcement came ahead of the tournament’s much-anticipated kick-off, with CHAN set to be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania from August 2 to 30. The three legends lent their presence and prestige to a special video released to mark the occasion, underscoring the significance of the new trophy and its alignment with the values of African football.

According to a statement from Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) published on their official website, CAFOnline.com, the new trophy launch is part of a wider rebrand of the CHAN, PAMOJA 2024. The refreshed identity seeks to highlight the deep cultural roots, unity, and footballing excellence that define the tournament and its place in the African football ecosystem.

The statement added: “Crafted with a sleek and contemporary design, the trophy features a blend of gold and silver elements, representing both the prestige and the rising stature of the CHAN tournament.

“A central feature of the design is a series of 54 lines encircling the trophy, each representing one of the continent’s member associations. At its core lies a map of Africa – a powerful emblem of the competition’s pan-African character.

“This design speaks to the foundational values of the tournament: unity, diversity, and progress. Each line symbolises the unique journey of African football – built on passion, skill, and the dreams of generations of players and fans alike.”