Minister: Kenya’s Talanta Sports City Stadium that will host 2027 Africa Cup of Nations is 66 per cent ready
During the inspection, the cabinet secretary said contractors had already commenced external works, including painting and structural finishes, while interior installations were ongoing. Once completed, the stadium will feature 54 skyboxes and will host both football and rugby events
CAF, Puma unveil official match ball for AFCON Morocco 2025 set for December 21
The unique design also features “flow of movement” patterns that capture the distinctive rhythm and dynamic playing style of African football. The ball’s red and green colour palette expresses passion, hope and pride while also paying homage to Morocco’s national identity.
Adjudged to have hosted the most successful edition CHAN, Kenya looks to build on the feat to grow talent, economy
Principal Secretary for State Department for Sports Elijah Mwangi says reconfiguring the sports sector is paramount to opening up diverse economic opportunities. Mwangi explains that talent development programmes, massive infrastructural investments, reviewing of the legal framework, streamlining the operations of sports federation and involvement of private sector actors in the growth of sports are mandatory for making the sector one of Kenya’s economic mainstay.
It’s all systems go as Kenya confirms readiness for August 2 kick-off of CHAN soccer tournament
The visibility and public awareness of the tournament were also commended, with CHAN 2024 branding prominent across the city and a growing sense of excitement on the continent.
