Kenya is putting final preparations in place as it gears up to co-host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) alongside Tanzania and Uganda.
With the tournament scheduled from August 2 to 30, the country has unveiled a range of initiatives to ensure the month-long event is safe, accessible, and inclusive for fans.
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirmed that ticket sales for CHAN 2024 will officially begin on Wednesday, July 16, via an online platform.
The early rollout is designed to avoid last-minute congestion and allow fans sufficient time to secure their seats.
We are opening the process earlier to reduce pressure as matches approach and give fans time to book their tickets, Mvurya stated during an inspection visit to the Kasarani Stadium, one of the main venues for the tournament.
Ticket prices have been structured to remain affordable across all categories—regular, VIP, and VVIP—fulfilling the organizing committee’s aim of making the tournament financially accessible to a wide range of supporters.
We want to make CHAN accessible to all Kenyans. By offering affordable tickets, we aim to encourage massive participation in our stadiums and create an electric atmosphere for the tournament, Mvurya added.
Tightened security measures across all venues
The Kenyan government has also placed significant emphasis on security ahead of the continental showcase.
Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen announced a comprehensive security plan to safeguard all participants and spectators.
We have increased security at all CHAN venues, including the Kasarani and Nyayo stadiums, as well as training grounds such as the Ulinzi complex and the Kasarani annex, Murkomen said. These locations will benefit from round-the-clock video surveillance, and staff will be specially trained in crowd control and emergency protocols.
Security will also be heightened at airports, hotels, and border crossings to ensure the safe arrival and stay of foreign delegations and fans.
Kenya’s CHAN debut brings high expectations
This marks the first time Kenya will host the CHAN tournament, a milestone moment for the nation’s football history.
The final and closing ceremony will be held at Kasarani Stadium, where Kenya has been drawn into a challenging group featuring Morocco, DR Congo, Zambia, and Angola.
With a $3.5 million prize on the line, the stakes are high.
For Kenya, the ambition goes beyond results on the pitch—it’s about delivering a tournament that will elevate its sporting profile and energize football culture at home and across the continent.
