Kenya's Harambee Stars defender Daniel Sakari expresses optimism and determination ahead of their debut in the African Nations Championship (Chan), hosted in Nairobi. He emphasizes the team's commitment to reaching the final and playing in their home country.

• The Harambee Stars will make their debut in the eighth edition of the Chan tournament, facing Democratic Republic of Congo in their opening match on Sunday at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
• Daniel Sakari, a right back for Tusker, stated, "Inasmuch as we are ready to welcome visitors to our house, we can’t miss the party at home, we must be on that podium."
• The winners of the tournament will receive USD3,500,000 (Sh453 million).