Tag: Nyayo Stadium

Africa is Coming Home: Let’s Show Up and Protect the Game!

Posted on by Kibaki Muthamia

As we enjoy sights and surprises in CHAN 2025, Kenya is in the spotlight of the entire continent.

For the first time in decades, Africa’s football heartbeat is pounding right here in our backyard.

The question is: How will Kenya respond?

We’ve been the 12th Man Army, roaring our team forward.

Now, it’s time to evolve – to become World Class Fans.

Because the truth is, protecting the game is about more than just cheering; it’s about ensuring every matchday runs with the safety, order, and excellence worthy of the CAF badge.

A Kenyan fan dances in the stands in solidarity with Harambee Stars (Image: Facebook)

What “Protect the Game” Really Means

Most fans are doing their part. They follow the rules, arrive early, and keep the stadium atmosphere electric.

But recent challenges – from ticketing hiccups to entry congestion – have shown where we can improve.

Strengthened security, crystal-clear communication, and swift operational fixes are essential if we are to meet CAF’s standards and safeguard our reputation.

This is bigger than one tournament.

AFCON 2027 is coming, and how we host CHAN 2025 will echo in CAF’s decision-making rooms for years to come.

A safe, orderly, and inclusive fan experience tells the world: Kenya is a trusted host for Africa’s biggest football moments.

Shared Responsibility – From Pitch to Stands

Security and order aren’t just a government job.

They’re a team effort between FKF, CAF, the media, security agencies, ticketing partners, and fans themselves.

That means:

  • Follow stadium rules.
  • Know the prohibited items list before leaving home.
  • Arrive early to ease entry queues.
  • Listen to official communications and matchday updates.

When everyone plays their part, we create a stadium experience that’s smooth, safe, and unforgettable.

Football Unites Us

CHAN 2025 is more than a football competition.

It’s a celebration of African unity, diversity, and pride.

Look around the stands – you’ll see loyal grassroots fans who’ve kept Kenyan football alive for decades, first-time attendees tasting stadium magic, families bonding over the game, and supporters from across the continent sharing one passion.

This is our football culture, alive and thriving. And we are its custodians.

The Legacy We Leave

Let CHAN 2025 be remembered not just for the goals scored, but for how we hosted — with warmth, discipline, and world-class standards.

Because Africa is home, and home is where we show our best.

Not Just a Game: Fan Conduct Will Decide Our Future

Posted on by Kibaki Muthamia

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.

The Stadium Vibe: Kenya’s CHAN Experience Is Now World-Class

Posted on by Kibaki Muthamia

If you thought matchday in Kenya was still all dust, chaos, and a prayer for clean seats, think again.

At CHAN 2024, Kenya has gone big – and the fans are feeling it.

From the moment you grab your digital ticket to the second you slide into a surprisingly comfy seat at Nyayo or Kasarani Stadiums, you can tell something has shifted.

This is no longer just football.

It’s a full-blown stadium vibe.

Harambee Stars fans cheering on the stands during the Kenya Vs DRC opener match (Image: Files)

Gone are the days of nervously scanning the crowd for rowdy fans.

In their place?

Families, couples, teens in Harambee Stars face paint, and even aunties belting chants like seasoned ultras.

It’s patriotic, it’s electric – and most importantly, it feels safe.

That’s no accident.

A layered security system (thanks to keen policy makers at the Ministry of Interior) means every fan walks in knowing the rules, seeing the personnel, and trusting the process.

Clean grounds, orderly seating, and a tightly run show make going to the stadium not just fun but refreshingly easy.

And for the players? Everything’s leveled up.

They’re stepping onto pristine, pro-grade pitches, backed by the buzz of fans who actually get the game.

A cheeky fan brandishes a live cockerel in the heat of the moment (Image: Files)

And with VAR now in the mix, the drama is not just on the ball but on the screen too.

Football purists and casual fans alike are locked in – and they’re loving it.

Make no mistake: This isn’t just a sporting event – it’s a showcase of what Kenya is capable of.

We’ve delivered on infrastructure, on vibe, on hospitality. And with AFCON 2027 on the horizon, the message is loud and clear:

We’re ready.

How to Buy CHAN 2025 Tickets in Kenya: Hassle-Free Guide

Posted on by Kibaki Muthamia

Are you ready to catch CHAN 2025 live at Kasarani or Nyayo?

Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to getting your tickets online – no queues, no scam-tickets, just smooth entry!

CHAN Tickets Are Fully Digital

CAF and the Local Organising Committee have made ticketing 100% online.

No physical tickets will be sold – so don’t fall for fakers or touts trying to sell paper tickets.

Ticket Categories & Prices

Each ticket is valid for one match only. Here are the categories and prices in Kenya:

Ticket Type Price (Ksh)

  • Regular/Terrace – 200
  • VIP – 500
  • VVIP – 1,000

Affordable pricing aims to ensure every Kenyan can cheer on the Harambee Stars!

How to Purchase Tickets Online

Follow these quick steps:

1. Visit chan.mookh.com – the official ticketing platform.

2. Create an account (if required).

3. Select your match, stadium (Kasarani or Nyayo), and desired ticket tier.

4. Proceed to payment – options include M-Pesa or card.

5. Receive your e-ticket by SMS or email.

6. Show the digital ticket on game day for entry.

Why is Ticketing All Digital?

Skip long queues.

Buy anytime, anywhere – on your phone or laptop.

No paper tickets means no scams – only digital tickets are valid.

Match-Day Reminders

Arrive early: Gates open ~2 hours before kickoff.

Have your phone charged: Digital ticket on display.

Security checks: Faster access thanks to enhanced screening protocols.

Enjoy the vibe: Bring a jersey, grab snacks and join the wave of chants.

Some FAQs You Should Note: 

1. Can I attend multiple matches with one ticket?

No. Each ticket is match-specific. Buy a new one for each game.

2. Can I buy on someone else’s behalf?

Yes – digital tickets can be forwarded via SMS or email.

3. What match venues are in Nairobi?

Moi International Sports Centre (Kasarani) – 60,000 capacity.

Nyayo National Stadium – 18,000 capacity, fully renovated for CHAN and AFCON.

Buy a Ticket Now

Head to chan.mookh.com now and pick your match.

Secure your spot – then bring your spirit to Kasarani or Nyayo Stadiums.

Let’s fill up the stands and show East Africa how Kenya cheers best!

CHAN 2025: Uko Ready Kujibamba Stadium?

Posted on by Kibaki Muthamia

Wasee, CHAN 2025 imekam mtaani!

Hii si yo match ya kawaida – ni vibe, ni sherehe, ni experience ya kufanywa lifetime memory.

Sasa kama unajua venye Kenya hushika moto kwa ball, hii ni chance yako ku represent – national colors na ku fly our flag high.

Hii ndio breakdown ya venye utabambika stadium bila stress – kutoka Kasarani hadi Nyayo.

Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani

Hii ndio base fiti ya ball Nairobi. Kasarani ni kama national church ya ma fans.

Ukiingia hapa, utaskia ngoma kabla hata uone pitch.

Ngoma, vuvuzelas, flags, na moshpit za fans kutoka kila kona ya Kenya.

Hii ndio spot ya kufungua CHAN 2025, na pia final ya kufunga hii festival.

Uta enjoy aje hapa?

Fika mapema: Saa mbili kabla ya kickoff uko kwa gate. Unapata spot poa, na vibe huanza nje kabla game ianze.

Kaa na fans wa moto: Pale stand za kulia usually huwa na mabigi wa kuchant nonstop. Kama uko introvert, tafuta neutral zone