Kenyans brave cold to back Harambee Stars at CHAN opener

Thousands of Kenyans defied the Sunday morning cold to fill the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, casting aside political differences and daily struggles to unite behind the Harambee Stars...
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Thousands of Kenyans braved cold weather to fill Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, for the Harambee Stars vs. DR Congo match on Sunday, August 3, 2025, showcasing national unity despite political differences.
- All 44,000 tickets for the match were sold out by Friday.
- The event highlighted Kenya's co-hosting of CHAN 2024 with Tanzania and Uganda.
- Fans like Maureen Atieno from Kisumu and Wycliffe Mugo emphasized football's power to unite the nation beyond politics.
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Opening Day and Fan Excitement at CHAN 2024 - August 2025
The 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) officially kicked off with an electric atmosphere at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Tens of thousands of Tanzanian fans showcased remarkable creativity and cultural expression while cheering on their beloved Taifa Stars against Burkina Faso. Supporters in Kenya also showed immense enthusiasm, with thousands braving cold weather to fill Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, for the Harambee Stars vs. DR Congo match. Fans started flocking to Kasarani Stadium well ahead of the debut CHAN match, highlighting widespread national pride and anticipation for the tournament.







