CS Mvurya reaffirms Kenya’s readines to host African Nations championship

SITNA OMAR-KNA 

Kenya is ready to host the African Nations Championship (CHAN) later this year. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has dismissed claims circulating on social media suggesting that Kenya is not prepared to host the upcoming tournament.

He described these claims as mere rumors, emphasizing that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has already conducted several inspections and confirmed the country’s readiness for the championship.

“Some social media pages are claiming that Kenya is not ready to host CHAN. I want to clarify that Kenya is fully prepared. We met with the CAF delegation, and based on both the discussions and their report, it is evident that Kenya is ready to host the tournament,” Mvurya stated.

The inspections will continue until the final preparations are complete in July, he added.

Mvurya further urged the public to disregard misinformation online and assured Kenyans that the government has made significant investments in infrastructure, including renovations at the Kasarani and Nyayo stadiums.

“We have already paid the Sh1.6 billion hosting fee, and all other logistical processes are proceeding as planned. There is no cause for concern. In fact, within the next few weeks, we will begin preparing our team to ensure they are ready to compete and bring home the trophy,” he affirmed.

Mvurya made these remarks at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay during the facility’s handing over ceremony to the National Celebrations Steering Committee and Sports Kenya for final preparations.

The CS was accompanied by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Petroleum and Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, Interior PS Dr. Raymond Omollo who is also the National Celebrations Steering Committee Chair, Sports Kenya officials, and other national and county government representatives.