CAF halts ticket sales for Kasarani fixtures over security breaches
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has suspended ticket sales for all upcoming fixtures at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani...
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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has suspended ticket sales for all future fixtures at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, including the upcoming CHAN 2024 match between Kenya's Harambee Stars and Zambia's Chipolopolo. This decision follows severe safety and security breaches during Kenya's recent game against Morocco, which led to overcrowding and dangerous conditions.
- WHO: CAF suspended ticket sales due to safety concerns.
- WHAT: Incidents included a broken gate allowing unticketed entry, stadium overcrowding beyond capacity, unauthorized individuals in the media centre, and police using tear gas.
- WHEN: The suspension impacts immediate future games, including Sunday, August 17's match between Harambee Stars and Zambia.
- WHERE: All affected events are located at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, in Kenya.
- NUMBER: One stadium gate was reportedly broken, facilitating unauthorized entry.
- KEY PERSON: Nicholas Musonye, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), had previously warned fans about prohibited items and the dangers of late arrival.
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