Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura and Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu were denied access to the presidential entrance at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, during the opening leg of the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) on Sunday, August 3. Their attempt to access the restricted VIP area caused a commotion, raising questions about event protocol.

• The incident occurred during Kenya’s 1-0 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo.
• Security personnel turned away both Mwaura and Nyamu from the entrance reserved for the Head of State.
• The 2025 CHAN tournament runs from August 2 to August 30, featuring 19 teams and marks the first time Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are co-hosting.