Kenya is on track to meet all financial obligations and infrastructural requirements for co-hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Uganda and Tanzania.
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said the ministry is collaborating closely with the National Treasury, Parliament and other agencies under a whole-of-government approach to ensure the country fulfills its commitments for the tournament.
Mvurya spoke on Tuesday during the official launch of the FIFA Women’s Series that Kenya will host from 11 to 15 April.
“I want to assure all Kenyans and our international stakeholders, including the Confederation of African Football, that we are meeting both our financial obligations and infrastructural compliances,” Mvurya said.
He added that Kenya’s overall preparedness is progressing well and the country remains confident of delivering a world-class event.
Kenya has invited CAF officials to inspect ongoing work, Mvurya noted, emphasizing strong progress on sports facilities.
The 60,000-seater Talanta Stadium is over 87% complete and is poised to be the main stadium for the AFCON matches.
The Moi International Sports Center in Kasarani will also be a venue for AFCON matches while Nyayo National Stadium will be used as the teams’ training ground.
As part of the hosting agreement under the Pamoja East Africa bid, Kenya is required to contribute KSh 3.9 billion as a mandatory hosting fee. Officials have confirmed funds are available and will be processed through the supplementary budget to meet CAF deadlines.
Whole-of-government commitment to success
The FIFA Women’s Series provides an immediate opportunity to test operational systems, Mvurya said, from security and logistics to venue readiness.
“This tournament is the perfect dry run for AFCON 2027,” he added. “We are taking significant steps forward in our preparations.”
Kenya’s involvement in the tri-nation bid marks the first time the region will stage Africa’s premier football competition. Uganda and Tanzania have already settled their respective hosting fees, placing the spotlight on Kenya’s timely compliance.
Mvurya stressed that rehabilitation and upgrading of selected venues remain on schedule, with the government committed to delivering facilities that meet international standards.
Stakeholders, including the Football Kenya Federation and parliamentary sports committee, continue to work in tandem to address any remaining gaps.
