Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has given a firm assurance that Kenya is fully ready to co-host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), which will be held in August 2025 alongside Uganda and Tanzania. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the current developments and preparations
Kasarani Stadium Handover to the CHAN Local Organising Committee (LOC) was completed on June 30, 2025, marking a critical milestone in Kenya’s tournament preparations. The venue will host Group A matches and the tournament final on August 30
Renovations include a new roof canopy, seating upgrades, and ready-to-use training grounds adjacent to the stadium
Nyayo National Stadium Underwent extensive refurbishment in 2024, including floodlighting upgrades to 3,000 Lux, VAR installation, improved workstations, media tribunes, enhanced security systems, and upgraded changing rooms.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has expressed satisfaction with Kenya’s progress. CAF Secretary General Veron Mosengo‑Omba noted significant improvements since his December 2024 visit, commenting that the pitches had quickly gone from unplayable to fully turf‑ready. He stressed that continued momentum was essential for a successful tournament
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya described rumors of Kenya’s unreadiness as unfounded. He confirmed that CAF has conducted routine inspections and that Kenya has already paid the KES 1.6 billion hosting fee. Infrastructure investments—particularly at Kasarani and Nyayo—are in place, and final assessments will run through July 2025
As of late July 2025, Kenya is in the final stages of preparing its venues for CHAN—officially scheduled from August 2 to August 30, 2025
CS Mvurya has repeatedly stated that Kenya is ready, tackling public skepticism while ensuring CAF’s benchmarks are being met.
The successful hosting of CHAN 2025 will also serve as a critical stepping stone and “dry run” for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, set to be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania
