FAMReports Sports Desk | Kampala, Uganda — July 24, 2024
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to officiate the official launch of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) Uganda Chapter on Friday, July 25, at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, as the country intensifies preparations to co-host the continental football tournament.
The confirmation was made on Tuesday by State Minister for Sports Peter Ogwang, who revealed that the President was formally invited by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) chairperson and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataaha Museveni.
“This high-level continental event marks a significant milestone in our sports tourism sector and sets the stage for the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations 2027, which will be hosted on Ugandan soil for the first time ever,” Ogwang said.
Organised by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), CHAN 2024 is a unique tournament that features players actively engaged in their domestic leagues. This year’s edition will be co-hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, marking a landmark collaboration within East Africa.
Scheduled to run from August 2 to August 30, 2024, the tournament will see Uganda hosting several group and knockout matches at upgraded facilities, including the newly refurbished Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.
The Uganda Cranes, under the supervision of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), are currently conducting intensive training sessions. The team is determined to capitalise on the home advantage and put up a strong performance before passionate home fans.
The official launch event at Kololo is expected to attract high-ranking guests, including government officials, CAF representatives, national sports leaders, and key stakeholders in the sports and tourism sectors.
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According to organisers, the event will also serve to unveil Uganda’s comprehensive roadmap for the championship. This includes infrastructure updates, fan engagement strategies, promotional campaigns, and plans for involving communities nationwide to build excitement and national pride.
“We are not just hosting matches. We are showcasing Uganda’s ability to organise world-class events and create a lasting impact on sports tourism and infrastructure,” said a LOC official.
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The tournament is also viewed as a critical precursor to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which Uganda will co-host with Kenya and Tanzania. It offers an opportunity for the country to test its operational capacity, stadium readiness, and event management systems on a continental scale.
With the spotlight now turning to Uganda, expectations are high. The nation’s sports community and fans are optimistic that CHAN 2024 will ignite a new chapter in Uganda’s football history and continental sporting stature.
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