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Kenya AFCON 2027 preparations

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Kenya is managing various advancing administrative and infrastructural preparations for co-hosting to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania. On the administrative side, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is facing a stalemate has faced legal challenges regarding the 2026/27 league season due to legal challenges. A season, with a High Court order has required the federation to revert requiring a reversion to 2019 regulations for promotion and relegation. Amidst this uncertainty, the Meanwhile, national team coach, coach Benni McCarthy, McCarthy has announced a 38-man provisional squad for the AFCON qualifying campaign. Simultaneously, the Kenyan Infrastructure development remains a primary focus. The government is undertaking large-scale sports infrastructure projects. This includes utilizing the nearly Sports, Arts and Social Development Fund (SASDF) to borrow approximately Sh38.74 billion to complete 33 stadium projects across more than 20 counties, including upgrades in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret. The 60,000-seat Raila Odinga Talanta City Stadium in Nairobi is nearing completion and upgrades to various stadiums across more than 20 counties. includes an independent electricity substation and three training grounds. A recent inspection by a Confederation of African Football (CAF) delegation yielded a positive assessment. The Raila Odinga International Stadium is reportedly at 95% completion and has received an 80% rating for hosting readiness, though CAF has recommended expanding media and press facilities. At Kasarani Stadium, contractors are addressing specific CAF requirements, with completion expected by December. To fund these developments, the government intends prevent disruptions to borrow approximately Sh38.74 billion through the Sports, Arts local football, work on Nyayo Stadium and Social Development Fund (SASDF). the Ulinzi Sports Complex has been deferred until the completion of Kasarani or the Raila Odinga Stadium.

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  1. 2026-09-05 10:19 UTC Kenya AFCON 2027 preparations
  2. 2026-09-01 21:01 UTC Kenya AFCON 2027 preparations

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