Cabinet Secretary for Sports Salim Mvurya has affirmed that the Ministry of Sports has embarked on the process of preparations for national soccer team Harambee Stars ahead of the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN), set for August this year.
Kenya, together with Uganda and Tanzania, will be hosting the continental event for the local-based players and also the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
With the renovation and construction works of football grounds in the country ongoing, the Ministry of Sports is now shifting focus to national team Harambee Stars preparations for the Africa Nations Championship to kick off in August this year.
CS Mvurya has challenged the national team to lift the CHAN title in their build-up to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
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