The government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, will be ready by the end of November in preparation for the African Nations Championship (CHAN), which Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania will co-host.Kasarani has been closed for renovations since last year, with the upgrades intended for both CHAN and the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), also set to be co-hosted by the three nations.##NAJAVA_MECA_8333936##The project was initially overseen by former Sports CS Ababu Namwamba, and his successor, Kipchumba Murkomen, has pledged to complete the stadium by the stipulated deadline of November.On Sunday, Murkomen, alongside CAF President Patrice Motsepe, toured the facility. They also visited the Talanta Sports City construction site and Nyayo Stadium to assess the nation’s preparedness for the upcoming tournaments.Speaking at Kasarani, Murkomen expressed confidence that the facility would be ready within two months, an assurance that not only ensures Kenya is prepared for continental competitions but will also alleviate venue issues for Harambee Stars and FKF Premier League teams.”This (Kasarani) stadium, as I promised, will be delivered before December to ensure it’s ready for CHAN preparations,” Murkomen said. “As you can see, every effort is being made to get the stadium ready. We, as East Africa and Kenya, will support CAF to ensure the tournament’s success.”CAF president set to tour two Kenyan stadiaCAF President Motsepe, impressed with the progress, praised the government for its commitment to ensuring Kenya and East Africa are prepared for both AFCON and CHAN.”I am deeply grateful and very proud of the leadership President Ruto is providing in relation to football and CHAN. I am confident that with all of us working together, we will make African football among the best in the world,” he said.Currently, Kenya does not have any CAF or FIFA-approved facilities. As a result, Harambee Stars were forced to host recent qualification matches in Malawi and Uganda, a situation that has frustrated many stakeholders.CAF is expected to provide more information regarding CHAN and AFCON after today’s Executive Committee (ExCo) meeting in Nairobi.Tusker boss Okere frustrated after second half collapse against Kariobangi Sharks
