CAF Delays 2024 CHAN Tournament Amid Host Nations' Mixed Progress.
The African Football Confederation's decision to postpone the 2024 Championship of Africa Nations has raised concerns about host readiness. Kenya lags behind its co-hosts Uganda and Tanzania in preparation efforts.
"Kenya remains far behind. We hope the delay sparks faster progress," said a senior PAMOJA official who requested anonymity. The three nations plan to host both CHAN 2024 and PAMOJA 2027, marking their first Africa Cup of Nations event.
Uganda faces its challenges. The country enters an election year in 2025, with local council, parliamentary, and presidential races ahead. This timing raises questions about hosting a major tournament during campaign season.
Work at Uganda's Namboole Stadium needs adjustment. Plans called for expanding the venue after CHAN to seat 45,000 people. The postponement forces officials to revise this schedule. The expanded stadium could host key PAMOJA 2027 matches.
The PAMOJA bid has sparked new sports projects across Uganda. The government funds new stadiums in Hoima and Lira. Hoima's construction shows strong progress. It will serve as Uganda's second venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Training sites at Kyambogo and Wankulukuku have improved to meet CAF standards. Officials from the African football body will continue to monitor the progress of all three host nations in both tournaments.
The success of these events could open doors for more major football tournaments in East Africa.
The African Football Confederation's decision to postpone the 2024 Championship of Africa Nations has raised concerns about host readiness. Kenya lags behind its co-hosts Uganda and Tanzania in preparation efforts.
"Kenya remains far behind. We hope the delay sparks faster progress," said a senior PAMOJA official who requested anonymity. The three nations plan to host both CHAN 2024 and PAMOJA 2027, marking their first Africa Cup of Nations event.
Uganda faces its challenges. The country enters an election year in 2025, with local council, parliamentary, and presidential races ahead. This timing raises questions about hosting a major tournament during campaign season.
Work at Uganda's Namboole Stadium needs adjustment. Plans called for expanding the venue after CHAN to seat 45,000 people. The postponement forces officials to revise this schedule. The expanded stadium could host key PAMOJA 2027 matches.
The PAMOJA bid has sparked new sports projects across Uganda. The government funds new stadiums in Hoima and Lira. Hoima's construction shows strong progress. It will serve as Uganda's second venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Training sites at Kyambogo and Wankulukuku have improved to meet CAF standards. Officials from the African football body will continue to monitor the progress of all three host nations in both tournaments.
The success of these events could open doors for more major football tournaments in East Africa.
