The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has made the decision to postpone the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, which was initially set to take place in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The tournament has been rescheduled to August 2025, rather than its original start date of February 1, 2025.
This delay comes after careful consideration and consultations with CAF’s Technical and Infrastructure experts, who have assessed the progress made by the host nations in preparing for the event. While significant advancements have been made in the construction and upgrading of stadiums, training facilities, hotels, hospitals, and other essential infrastructure, additional time is needed to ensure that all facilities meet the required standards for a successful tournament.
CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe commended the leaders of the host nations for their dedication to the event’s success. He specifically highlighted the progress made under the leadership of Kenyan President William Ruto, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni.
“I am impressed with the ongoing construction and renovations of football infrastructure in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The dedication and hard work being put into these projects are commendable. I am confident that by August 2025, the facilities will meet CAF’s standards, ensuring a very successful TotalEnergies African Nations Championship,” said Dr. Patrice Motsepe.
In preparation for the tournament, CAF will conduct the draw for the TotalEnergies CHAN 2024 in Nairobi on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 20:00 Nairobi Time. The exact dates for the tournament’s commencement in August 2025 will be announced at a later time.
This decision to postpone the tournament underscores CAF’s commitment to ensuring that the African Nations Championship is hosted at the highest level of quality, providing the best experience for players, teams, and fans alike. Additionally, earlier this month, CAF announced an increase in the tournament’s prize money, with the winner set to receive 75 percent more than the previous champion.
Overall, while the postponement may come as a disappointment to fans eagerly awaiting the tournament, it serves as a testament to CAF’s dedication to delivering a world-class event that showcases the best of African football. Stay tuned for further updates on the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship as the new August 2025 date approaches.
