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Salim Mvurya has expressed unwavering confidence in Kenya's readiness to host the 2024 CHAN tournament alongside Uganda and Tanzania.
D-day is fast approaching for the much-anticipated 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), and Kenya’s new Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, Salim Mvurya, has exuded confidence that the nation, alongside Uganda and Tanzania, will deliver an exceptional tournament.
Speaking during his first official engagement as Sports CS at Talanta Plaza, Mvurya assured that the three East African nations are well on track to host the championship scheduled from February 1 to 28.
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The event, initially delayed, is expected to shine a spotlight on the region’s capacity to host continental football events.
“We are confident that the three countries will host CHAN without any challenges,” Mvurya stated in a press conference held at Talanta Plaza on Tuesday.
Mvurya, who took over the docket from Kipchumba Murkomen, spent the day inspecting key facilities that will host the event.
He, along with Murkomen, toured Moi International Sports Centre (MISC), Kasarani, and Nyayo National Stadium, which are undergoing significant renovations.
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The duo also assessed Police Sacco Stadium and Ulinzi Sports Complex, which have been designated as training venues.
The draw for the 19-team tournament will take place on January 15 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC).
The sports minister emphasized the importance of ensuring that Kenya not only excels in hosting but also prepares its national team, Harambee Stars, for a commendable performance.
“Hosting the event is not only an opportunity to profile our country, but also to show our prowess as the footballing giants,” Mvurya remarked during the handover ceremony attended by Sports Principal Secretary Peter Tum, Sports Administrative Secretary Evans Achoki, and Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Hussein Mohamed as per Nation.
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Mvurya also expressed his confidence in the new leadership of FKF, commending its potential to steer Kenyan football to greater heights.
“I have no doubt that Hussein’s leadership is capable and has what it takes. The government will give them all the support to ensure that football gets back on its feet,” he added.
The extensive preparations for CHAN 2024 have been met with both optimism and skepticism, particularly regarding the readiness of key venues.
However, Murkomen, the outgoing Sports CS, acknowledged the hard work that has gone into ensuring the facilities are up to standard.
“I want to thank the men and women who have worked tirelessly at the sports and defense ministries. The Kenya Defence Forces have been astute supervisors,” said Murkomen, who also expressed gratitude to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) President, Patrice Motsepe, for his unwavering trust in Kenya’s ability to host the event.
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Mvurya also emphasized the need for collaboration among his ministry, FKF, and other stakeholders to guarantee success.
“This is our chance to put our nation on the map and prove our ability to organize and host major sporting events,” he said.
With just a few weeks remaining, the spotlight is now on the final phases of preparation.
All eyes will be on Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania to showcase East Africa as a formidable destination for football.
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