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July 31, 2025
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Fans urged to turn up in large numbers for Harambee Stars v DR Congo tie

Fans urged to turn up in large numbers for Harambee Stars v DR Congo tie

Kenya will kick off their campaign on Sunday against DR Congo at Kasarani. Omar rallies Kenyans to come out in numbers...

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Kenyan football fans are encouraged to support the Harambee Stars in their 2024 African Nations Championship (Chan) opening fixture against DR Congo at Kasarani Stadium on Sunday. This comes as SportPesa and FKF announced a significant partnership aimed at boosting Kenyan football.

  • SportPesa returns as a sponsor, pledging Sh1.12 billion over ten years for the FKF Premier League.
  • FKF President Hussein Mohammed urged fans to turn up in national team colours, with replica jerseys available for Sh1500.
  • SportPesa CEO Ronald Karauri committed 5,000 free jerseys for fans attending Harambee Stars matches.
  • The partnership aims to propel Harambee Stars towards the 2030 Fifa World Cup, with 60% of the sponsorship going directly to clubs as grants.

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East African Nations Co-Host African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 - August 2025

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.

East Africa unites for CHAN glory
East Africa unites for CHAN glory

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No, you can't 'vuvuzela' or 'activism' your way through CHAN
No, you can't 'vuvuzela' or 'activism' your way through CHAN

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Dennis Oliech unveiled as Pamoja CHAN 2024 Ambassador for Kenya
Dennis Oliech unveiled as Pamoja CHAN 2024 Ambassador for Kenya

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After stadium delays, African Nations Championship kicks off
After stadium delays, African Nations Championship kicks off

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