Tight security at Kasarani as Kenya faces Zambia in high-stakes CHAN clash
Nairobi rolled out heavy security operation as Harambee Stars face Zambia’s Chipolopolo in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) Group A match at Kasarani, on Sunday...
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Security was significantly enhanced at Nairobi's Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, for the high-stakes CHAN clash between Harambee Stars and Zambia’s Chipolopolo on August 17, 2025. This extensive security operation aimed to prevent a repeat of crowd trouble that marred Kenya's previous match against Morocco.
- Attendance at Kasarani was limited to 27,000, which is 60% of the stadium’s 48,000 capacity.
- The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and Local Organizing Committee (LOC) deployed the General Service Unit (GSU), regular police, and intelligence teams.
- CAF fined Kenya Sh6.5 million for breaches during the previous match, where LOC chairperson, Nicholas Musonye, stated that as many as 75,000 people may have entered the stadium despite only 25,000 tickets being scanned.
- Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja encouraged fans without tickets to utilize six official fan zones across the city, including Uhuru Park and Dandora Stadium.
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Harambee Stars Defeat Zambia 1-0 to Top CHAN Group A - August 2025
The Harambee Stars defeated Zambia 1-0 at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, securing the top spot in Group A of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Ryan Ogam's 75th-minute goal sealed the victory and ensured Kenya finished the group stage unbeaten with 10 points. Head coach Benni McCarthy had urged the team to win to maintain momentum, and defender Mike Kibwage stated the team was focused on topping the group. For the high-stakes clash on August 17, 2025, security was significantly enhanced at the stadium and police implemented major road closures in Nairobi. President William Ruto commended the Harambee Stars for their breakthrough performance and reaching the quarter-finals.
