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Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are co-hosting the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) with the theme "PAMOJA," serving as a dress rehearsal for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) which they will also jointly host. The tournament, set to kick off on Saturday and run until August 30, aims to showcase East Africa's readiness for major continental football events despite initial stadium delays. Former Harambee Stars striker Dennis Oliech has been unveiled as Kenya's official Pamoja CHAN 2024 Ambassador. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed strict stadium rules for the event, while Harambee Stars captain Abud Omar expresses confidence in Kenya's preparations for their opening match against DR Congo on Sunday at the revamped Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. Fans are urged to attend in large numbers.