CHAN 2024: Uganda's volunteer force gears up to deliver memorable tournament
Uganda is stepping up its preparations for the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 by finalising a dedicated team of volunteers set to play a pivotal role in the East African nation's co-hosting duties.
With just weeks to go until the continental tournament kicks off on 2 August 2025, Uganda's Local Organising Committee (LOC) has completed the initial phase of its volunteer recruitment drive, drawing a remarkable 1,884 applicants during the application window held from 14 to 22 June.
The overwhelming response reflects the growing public excitement ahead of the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Following strict eligibility checks—particularly the age requirement of 18 and above—1,222 applicants have advanced to the next stage of the programme.
These selected volunteers will undergo comprehensive training beginning 25 July, led by experts from the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF).
The training will cover venue-specific protocols, operational standards, and service excellence to ensure that volunteers are fully prepared to contribute to the success of Africa's premier home-based player competition.
Mr. Justus Mugisha, Chairman of the Workforce and Volunteers Committee, expressed his delight at the level of enthusiasm shown by Ugandans during the application process.
'The ambiance around this exercise has created a lot of excitement from the public, and the enormous numbers received indicate what kind of memories will be created at the end of the tournament,' he said.
The selected volunteers will be stationed across Uganda's designated venues and will assist with logistics, hospitality, protocol, media operations, and fan services.
Organisers believe the volunteers' energy and commitment will be instrumental in delivering a world-class experience to players, officials, and visiting fans.
As CHAN 2024 draws near, the spirit of unity and participation continues to grow across the host nations.
Uganda's volunteer programme stands as a testament to the country's readiness to welcome Africa and deliver a tournament to remember.
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