CHAN 2024 Update: East Africa Gears Up to Host Historic Football Tournament
Published by ADS News Team | July 31, 2025
East Africa is on the global football map this August as Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania prepare to co-host the 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) — a tournament postponed from 2024 and now rescheduled to run from August 2 to August 30, 2025.This marks the first time in history that the CHAN tournament will be hosted jointly by three nations, serving as a crucial trial run ahead of AFCON 2027, which will also be co-hosted in the region.
⚽ What is CHAN?
Unlike the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), the CHAN tournament is exclusively reserved for players who compete in their country’s domestic leagues. It offers a critical platform for showcasing local football talent that may otherwise go unnoticed in the shadow of global club competitions.The 2024 edition brings together 19 national teams from across the continent, including:
- Defending champions Senegal
- Two-time winners Morocco and DR Congo
- Hosts Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania
- Heavyweights like Nigeria, Algeria, and South Africa
📅 Key Dates & Host Venues
- Opening Match: August 2, 2025 – Benjamin Mkapa Stadium, Dar es Salaam
- Third-Place Match: August 29 – Mandela National Stadium, Kampala
- Final Match: August 30 – Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani – Nairobi
🏟️ Confirmed Host Venues:
| Country | Stadium | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | Moi International, Nyayo (Nairobi) | 60,000 / 30,000 |
| Tanzania | Benjamin Mkapa (Dar), Amaan (Zanzibar) | 60,000 / 15,000 |
| Uganda | Mandela National (Kampala) | 45,000 |
-Mandela National Stadium, Kampala – prominently featured during CAF’s final inspection tour in early July 2025-
🧾 Tournament Format
Teams have been grouped as follows:
- Group A (Kenya): Kenya, Morocco, DR Congo, Angola, Zambia
- Group B (Tanzania): Tanzania, Burkina Faso, Madagascar, CAR, Mauritania
- Group C (Uganda): Uganda, Guinea, Algeria, Niger, South Africa
- Group D (Zanzibar): Senegal, Congo, Nigeria, Sudan
Top two teams from each group advance to the quarter-finals in a classic knockout progression to the final.
💸 Prize Money and Tickets
CAF has raised the prize pool for CHAN 2024 to $10.4 million, with the champion set to pocket a record $3.5 million.Tickets (standardized across host nations) are now available online only:
Match day tickets are single-entry and linked to ID verification at the stadium gates.
-CAF officials inspecting Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi, where upgrades like VAR and floodlights were completed-
✅ Venue Rules & Regulations
To ensure safety, order, and a family-friendly environment, the following rules and regulations will apply inside and around all CHAN 2024 venues:
🎒 What’s Not Allowed:
- Alcohol, drugs, or any intoxicating substances
- Weapons, sharp objects, or fireworks
- Political or offensive signage
- Drones or unauthorized recording equipment
- Professional cameras (unless media-accredited)
📵 Mobile Phone Etiquette:
- Phones must be on silent mode
- No live streaming of matches
- Emergency contacts will be displayed on screens throughout the venue
🪪 Entry Guidelines:
- Gates open 3 hours before kickoff
- Ticket and ID verification required
- No re-entry once you leave the stadium
🧯 Security & Conduct:
- All spectators subject to security checks
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
- No racist, sexist, or abusive chants — violations lead to ejection and fines
♿ Accessibility:
- Dedicated access lanes and seating for persons with disabilities
- Signage and support available in English, Kiswahili, and local dialects
🌍 Why CHAN 2024 Matters for East Africa
-Moi International Sports Centre (Kasarani), a renovated 60,000‑capacity stadium set to host the final on August 30-
CHAN 2024 is more than a football tournament — it's a statement that East Africa is ready to host world-class events. From digital ticketing to CAF-standard stadium upgrades, the event showcases a unified effort in:
- Promoting regional tourism
- Building sports infrastructure
- Creating tech-driven event experiences
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