The 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) officially commenced with a grand opening ceremony at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Hundreds of enthusiastic football fans attended, creating an electric atmosphere for the tournament's kickoff.

• The opening match features Tanzania's Taifa Stars against Burkina Faso.
• The tournament is scheduled to run until August 30.
• The event is expected to showcase top African talent and boost the local sports scene.

Kenya is set to co-host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) with Uganda and Tanzania, viewing it as a significant opportunity to boost its economy and tourism sector. This event is expected to generate substantial economic benefits, drawing from the global sports tourism market, which is projected to exceed $1.7 trillion by 2027.

• The global sports tourism market is growing at an annual rate of 12 percent.
• Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi stated, "This is more than football, it’s an opportunity to stimulate our economy, celebrate our culture, and inspire a new generation."
• The government has invested over Sh2.6 billion in stadium renovations and logistics for the tournament.

Hosts Tanzania defeated Burkina Faso 2-0 in the opening match of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam. A penalty from Adul Suleiman in first-half stoppage time and a second-half header from Mohamed Husseini secured the victory for the Taifa Stars.

• Tanzania made their third appearance in the tournament, securing a significant win.
• The first goal came from a penalty by Adul Suleiman after Mzize was fouled in the box at 45'.
• Mohamed Husseini, a Simba star, doubled the lead for Tanzania with a header at 72' after a VAR check.
• Tanzania maintained 63% ball possession and had 19 shots compared to Burkina Faso’s 8.