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CAF
4 days ago
- Sport
- CAF
Two Weeks To Go: East Africa Primed for Historic TotalEneriges CHAN 2024
Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania enter final stretch to host historic TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 finals Final Countdown in full motion in East Africa Tournament to be staged between 02 – 30 August 2025 With just two weeks remaining until kick-off, the countdown to the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 is reaching fever pitch, as host nations Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania enter the final stages of readiness for Africa's premier national competition for locally-based players. This year's eighth edition will be remembered as a watershed moment in African football history—the first time three countries will co-host a CAF competition of this scale. Each host nation will play a distinct and integral role in delivering a world-class football spectacle that showcases the best of Africa's domestic talent. The tournament, running from 2–30 August 2025, will unite East Africa through football, delivering a vibrant showcase of local talent, passionate supporters, and pan-African unity. The opening match will ignite the tournament at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. From there, the journey will wind through Kampala, Uganda for the third-place playoff, and climax in Nairobi, Kenya, where the final match will crown the new champions of Africa's most celebrated home-based competition. As excitement builds across the region, CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba reiterated the Confederation's pride and confidence ahead of kick-off: 'We are now just two weeks away from writing a new chapter in African football. The TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 is more than a tournament—it's a powerful statement of African excellence, unity, and belief in local talent. East Africa is ready to welcome the continent.' The final draw has already been conducted, with 19 teams, including defending champions Senegal, now placed in their respective groups. Every match promises to deliver drama, national pride, and a platform for emerging stars to shine. With the final phase of preparations underway, CAF and the Local Organising Committees are working around the clock to finalise logistics, fine-tune stadiums, and roll out fan engagement campaigns across the host cities. The ticket sales and other competition marketing initiatives are expected to be unveiled shortly, bringing fans closer to the action. East Africa's moment on the continental stage is near. The energy, anticipation, and unity surrounding the TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 signal not only a festival of football—but a historic celebration of African resilience, identity, and homegrown brilliance. For more on the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship, visit -ENDS- Further Enquiries: communications@ CAF | Communication Department
CAF
12-07-2025
- Sport
- CAF
All systems go as CAF concludes successful TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 final round of inspections in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Published: Saturday, 12 July 2025 CAF, LOC fine-tune final preparations ahead of much-anticipated kick off TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 to take place between 02 – 30 August 2025 East Africa gears up to host record-breaking TotalEnergies CAF CHAN competition The Confédération Africain de Football ('CAF') has concluded a highly successful 8-day inspection tour of host venues for the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, set to be staged in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda from 2 to 30 August 2025. The final round of inspections and workshops kicked off in Nairobi, Kenya on Thursday, 3 July where the CAF delegation conducted final inspections at the Kasarani Stadium - hosts of the Final, as well as the Nyayo International Stadium. The inspection proceeded to the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, as we well as Dar Es Salaam's Benjamin Mkapa Stadium which is set to host the Opening Ceremony. The final rounds of inspections concluded on Thursday, 9 July at the Mandela International Stadium in Kampala, Uganda. The comprehensive inspection mission was led by CAF's various functional leads from key departments such as Competitions, Marketing, Media, Broadcast, Safety & Security, and Infrastructure, who were joined by their Local Organising Committee counterparts across the three host nations. With just days to go before the kick-off of the tournament, the successful conclusion of the final round of inspections marks a significant milestone in the exciting countdown East Africa's hosting of what promises to be a spectacular celebration of African football. The successful inspection reflects the collective readiness and growing excitement across the three host nations ahead of the start of the competition. CAF expresses its appreciation to the Governments and Local Organising Committees of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda for their commitment and cooperation to delivering a successful TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship event. For more on the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship, visit -ENDS- Further Inquiries: communications@ CAF | Communication Department
CAF
12-05-2025
- Sport
- CAF
Algeria, South Africa conclude line-up at TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania 2024
Published: Monday, 12 May 2025 Algeria, South Africa to join co-hosts Uganda in Group C TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 to be staged in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda between 2 – 30 August 2025 Competition makes East African return after Rwanda 2016 edition The final line-up for the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN), Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania 2024 has been confirmed following the second round of qualifiers in which Algeria and South Africa booked their places in the continental competition. Algeria secured their ticket with a commanding 3-0 win over The Gambia on Friday that gave them victory on aggregate by the same scoreline, before South Africa reversed a 1-0 deficit against Malawi on Sunday to advance 2-1 on aggregate in a result that confirmed the 19-team line-up. Both Algeria and South Africa will be in Group C, following the Final Draw that was conducted in February this year. The completion of the line-up marks an exciting milestone for the much-anticipated tournament set to be jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania from 02-30 August, 2025. Returning to East Africa for the first time since the 2016 edition in Rwanda, the TotalEnergies CAF CHAN competitions promises to be another exciting chapter of celebrating African football, through a unique competition featuring the best locally-based players from across the continent. Reigning champions Senegal will aim to defend their crown after a close victory in Algiers over Algeria in 2022, while all eyes will be on the trio of hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 Groups: GROUP A: Kenya, Morocco, Angola, DR Congo, Zambia Kenya, Morocco, Angola, DR Congo, Zambia GROUP B : Tanzania, Madagascar, Mauritania, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic : Tanzania, Madagascar, Mauritania, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic GROUP C: Uganda, Niger, Guinea, Algeria, South Africa Uganda, Niger, Guinea, Algeria, South Africa GROUP D: Senegal, Equatorial Guinea, Sudan, Nigeria CAF will announce further details regarding match venues, fixtures, and ticketing in the due course. For more on the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship 2024, visit -ENDS- Further Inquiries: communications@ CAF | Communication Department
