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The Standard News: CHAN 2024 Tournament Kicks Off in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda
In the world of football, a significant event is unfolding as the CHAN 2024 tournament commences across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The tournament, which runs until August 25, 2025, is being held exclusively for players active in their domestic leagues and features a record 19 teams[1][2].
The competition, co-hosted by the three countries, has seen some exciting matches so far. Kenya started strongly with a 1-0 victory over DR Congo on August 3, 2025, leading Group A[1][2]. In Group C, Guinea won 1-0 against Niger on August 4, 2025, with the only goal scored by Mohamed Bangoura II early in the second half[3][4]. Algeria also defeated host Uganda 3-0 in another Group C match on August 4, 2025[4].
Upcoming Group A fixtures include DR Congo vs Zambia and Angola vs Kenya on August 7, with Kenya facing Morocco and Zambia taking on Angola on August 10[1]. The top two teams from each group will advance to the quarterfinals.
The tournament is being held across five venues in four cities across the three host countries. Historically, DR Congo and Morocco are the most successful teams, each having won the tournament twice[2].
Meanwhile, in Kenyan politics, a notable shift has occurred. Raila Odinga's allies have reportedly made a significant shift towards Ruto's hardliners[5].
Elsewhere, the UK has dealt a blow to Russia's disinformation push in Africa[6]. The Kenyan Revenue Authority (KRA) has been in the spotlight, with criticism from Paul Kigame over Sh20 million tax debt claims, with Kigame calling the claims "evil"[7].
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Sources:
- CHAN 2024: Kenya kick off Group A with 1-0 win over DR Congo
- CHAN 2024: Everything you need to know about the tournament
- CHAN 2024: Guinea beat Niger 1-0 in Group C opener
- CHAN 2024: Algeria defeat Uganda 3-0 in Group C
- Raila Odinga's allies shift towards Ruto's hardliners
- UK deals blow to Russia's disinformation push in Africa
- Paul Kigame criticises KRA over Sh20 million tax debt claims
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Football fans worldwide are eagerly following the CHAN 2024 tournament, as it takes place across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Despite the fierce competition, Kenya has made a strong start, with a 1-0 victory over DR Congo in their opening match.
