Kakamega to host 2024 Africa Nations Championships (CHAN)

Buhkungu Stadium has been designated to host the 2024 Africa Nations Championships (CHAN) set for September this year.

This was decided following a meeting between sports cabinet secretary Ababu Namwaba and Kakamega Governor Fernandez Barasa.

In the meeting, the two leaders agreed on strategies to ensure the readiness of the Stadium by June.

I was hosted by Sports CS, Hon. @AbabuNamwamba in Nairobi today, where we agreed that Kakamega County will this year host the Africa Nations Championships (CHAN) at the Bukhungu International Stadium.

The consultative meeting also discussed and agreed on strategies to ensure… pic.twitter.com/BV06GtzE38
— FCPA Fernandes Barasa, OGW (@BarasaFernandes) January 9, 2024

Kenya alongside her East African Neighbours Uganda and Tanzania won the bid to co-host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), subject to successful stadium inspections.

In September the East African neighbours were awarded the rights to stage the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations which will be the first time in history that three countries will deliver the continental showpiece.

*CAF President Patrice Motsepe announcing the winning bid for the 2027 AFCON finals hosting Rights in Cairo Egypt 27 September 2023 Photo Screengrab Facebook*

The East African nations Pamoja bid to beat Senegal, Botswana and Algeria, however, Algeria withdrew their candidacy.

Kenya had fronted improvements and renovation of Nyayo Stadium, Kasarani Stadium and Kipchoge Keino Stadium.

Kenya has previously been mentioned as a potential host for the prestigious competition; however, the nation’s hosting rights for the 2018 edition were eventually revoked due to infrastructure deficiencies.

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