On Monday, October 9, 2023, the Kenyan cabinet gave its nod to hosting the African Nations Championship (Chan) tournament in 2024. The government aims to utilize Chan as a preparation platform for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be jointly hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
“In addition to Afcon 2027, Kenya has also been selected to host the African nations championship (Chan) in September 2024; the Cecafa under-18 championship in November 2023; and the Afcon under -15 (pan African schools’ football) Cecafa region championship in December 2023,” a press release from State House Kenya reads.

Following Moses Magogo's successful bid to host the 2027 Afcon, themed 'East Africa Pamoja', the Fufa president has also proposed the possibility of hosting the Chan. In light of these upcoming tournaments in the next four years, the Kenyan cabinet has made substantial decisions regarding stadiums.
“In a bid to elevate Kenya’s standing as a sporting powerhouse, cabinet approved various construction and renovation projects of facilities for hosting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027.

“The ambitious plan includes building the Talanta Sports Complex (Jamhuri, Nairobi) and extensive renovations of Nyayo National Stadium, Moi International Sports Centre – Kasarani, and Kipchoge Keino Stadium,” the statement adds.
Tanzania has pledged to construct two stadiums, and Uganda has also made similar commitments, although the latter has not yet reached the stage that Kenya did on Monday.

“The administration’s signature project under this initiative will be the Talanta Sports Complex; a 60,000-seater football stadium featuring ample parking, world-class training pitches, a commercial hub named the ‘Hustler Bazaar’, an arena, and a dedicated public transport terminus.
“The renovation efforts for Moi International Sports Centre – Kasarani, Nyayo National Stadium, and Kipchoge Keino Stadia will include pitch rehabilitation, enhanced facilities, ICT infrastructure, canopy installation, and Hustler Bazaars.

“These upgrades are designed to meet the high standards set by the Confederation of African Football (Caf) for this prestigious continental event. Beyond AFCON 2027, these initiatives will position Kenya as a competitive sporting destination and unlock economic opportunities while fostering sports development,” the statement concludes.