Not Just a Game: Fan Conduct Will Decide Our Future

By Kibaki Muthamia on August 7, 2025

As Kenya hosts the prestigious CHAN 2025 tournament, we stand at a historic moment – one that could shape our sporting future.

This is more than just football.

It’s a CAF-sanctioned tournament – and with it comes international scrutiny.

CAF is watching.

Not just the game on the pitch, but how we, the fans, behave in and around the stadiums.

Harambee Stars fan dominates the stands donning the national team’s jersey (Image: Files)

Have we proven we can manage large crowds?

Can we guarantee safety, order, and a world-class fan experience?

Are we truly ready for AFCON 2027?

Let’s be clear:

One incident – a fan jumping a barrier, causing chaos, or smuggling banned items – could set us back.

It could cost us future hosting rights, dent our reputation, and undo the progress made in upgrading our stadiums.

Let’s Not Ruin This….

Instead, let’s bring the vibes:

The Songs.

The Colours.

The Passion.

And, most importantly – Discipline.

Kenyan fans dance and cheer during a past CHAN fixture (Image: Files)

The List of Banned & Prohibited Items 

Before you leave home, check your bag.

These items are NOT allowed in CHAN 2024 stadiums:

1. Weapons or firearms (real or replica)

2. Explosives or fireworks

3. Sharp, blunt or heavy objects

4. Helmets of any kind

5.  Flammable substances

6.  Breakable/pressurized containers

7.  Bottles or cans

8.  Powdery substances

9.  Pets (except assistance dogs)

10. Illegal drugs or narcotics

11. Signal-jamming devices

12. Megaphones, vuvuzelas, whistles

13.  Outside food (unless sold in stadium)

14.  Offensive banners or flags (political, racial, gender-based etc.)

Kenya, this is our moment to shine – let’s protect it.