Tag Archives: afcon
Talanta Stadium Nears Completion as Kenya Steps Up AFCON 2027 Preparations
May 15, 2026 at 12:11 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Construction of the Raila Odinga International Stadium at Talanta Sports City has reached 91 per cent completion, with the Government projecting completion by July ahead of AFCON 2027. The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering the stadium on schedule as Kenya accelerates preparations to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of […]
Senate Puts Sports Ministry on Spot Over Ksh45.8 Billion Talanta Stadium Cost
May 14, 2026 at 01:07 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing has put the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports under scrutiny over the escalating cost of the Talanta Stadium project, procurement procedures and ownership documentation for the multi-billion-shilling facility. Appearing before the Committee, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy […]
Kenya Ramps Up AFCON 2027 Security Plans as CAF Workshop Opens
May 13, 2026 at 06:26 PM
By KPC Reporter Kenya is intensifying security preparations ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with the government affirming that safety remains a central pillar in delivering a successful continental tournament. Principal Secretary for Sports Elijah Mwangi said the government is fully committed to ensuring Kenya hosts a secure and CAF-compliant competition as […]
Kenya ‘On Track’ for AFCON 2027, But FKF Infighting Raises Red Flags
May 05, 2026 at 07:11 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture has been assured of Kenya’s preparedness to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Appearing before the Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture, FKF President Hussein Mohammed said the country’s plans are progressing smoothly and in line with requirements set by the Confederation […]
East Africa Ministers Rally to Deliver PAMOJA AFCON 2027
Apr 23, 2026 at 04:22 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania on Thursday reaffirmed their joint commitment to successfully host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations under the PAMOJA banner. Meeting in Kampala, Kenya’s Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya of Kenya, Peter Ogwang of Uganda and Paul Makonda of Tanzania joined CAF officials and football association leaders to […]
Mvurya Meets New CAF SG, Outlines AFCON 2027 Roadmap
Apr 14, 2026 at 04:05 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania will next Thursday meet to chart a joint roadmap for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the three East African nations will co-host. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said the meeting—dubbed the “Pamoja” session—will bring together ministers to address key issues ahead of the […]
Kenya Pays AFCON Fee, Ramps Up Preparations for 2027 Showpiece
Mar 31, 2026 at 08:39 AM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has fulfilled a key financial requirement in its bid to successfully co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, after remitting a $30 million (Sh3.9 billion) hosting fee to the Confederation of African Football. In a statement released Tuesday, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya confirmed […]
Kenya Pledges Full Readiness for AFCON 2027 Hosting
Mar 24, 2026 at 02:06 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has assured it will meet all financial and infrastructural requirements as preparations intensify for the co-hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania. Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya said the government is working closely with key institutions, including the […]
Govt Assures Kenya Will Meet CAF Deadline for AFCON 2027 Hosting Fee
Mar 22, 2026 at 11:13 AM
By KPC Sports Reporter The government has expressed confidence that Kenya will meet key deadlines set by the Confederation of African Football ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Principal Secretary in the State Department for Sports Elijah Mwangi said there is sufficient time for the country to comply with requirements, including payment of […]
Parliament Rejects Sports Ministry’s AFCON Budget Hike
Feb 20, 2026 at 12:22 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The National Assembly Committee on Sports and Culture has rejected a proposal by the Sports Ministry to increase Kenya’s budget allocation for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from Ksh.3.5 billion to Ksh.5 billion. Committee chair Dan Wanyama argued the justification was inadequate, stressing that Kenya is co-hosting the tournament […]