- The Africa Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) is set to kick off from August 2 to August 30.
- Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are the three host nations for the 19-team tournament.
- Kenya has been placed in Pool A alongside DR Congo, Morocco, Zambia, and Angola.
The Africa Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) is just five days away from taking center stage in historic East Africa.
For the first time in history, the tournament will be cohosted by three nations: Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, from August 2 to August 30, 2025.
Kenya has been drawn into Group A, where they will compete against four other nations, part of the 19 total teams participating in this prestigious continental tournament exclusively featuring players from domestic leagues.
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As the principal host of Group A, Kenya will stage the group’s fixtures at two of its premier stadiums: Moi International Sports Center, Kasarani and Nyayo.
SportPesa Blog presents profiles of the five teams in Group A: Kenya, DR Congo, Morocco, Zambia, and Angola, who will battle it out starting Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Kenya – Co-host Nation
As co-hosts of CHAN 2024, Kenya will make its much-anticipated debut in the competition.
This marks a momentous occasion for the country, which has previously missed out on hosting major tournaments, including AFCON 1996 and CHAN 2018.
Hosting CHAN 2024 is thus a significant milestone for Kenyan football.
Team Profile
- Nickname: Harambee Stars
- Appearances: First
- Titles: None
- FIFA Ranking: 109 (As of July 29, 2025)
- Head Coach: Benni McCarthy
- Captain: Aboud Omar
Qualification
Kenya qualified automatically as one of the three co-host nations.
Harambee Stars CHAN 2024 final squad
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DR Congo – Tournament titans
DR Congo enters CHAN 2024 as a formidable force and two-time champions, aiming to reclaim the crown.
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Led by tactician Otis N’Goma, the Leopards boast a rich history in the competition and are determined to secure a third title.
Team Profile
- Nickname: The Leopards
- Appearances: 7 (2009, 2011, 2014, 2016, 2020, 2022, 2024)
- Titles: 2 (2009, 2016)
- FIFA Ranking: 61
- Head Coach: Otis N’Goma
Qualification route
DR Congo displayed grit and tenacity during the qualifiers.
After a 1-1 draw with Chad in the first leg, they produced a dominant 3-1 victory at home to book their place in the tournament.
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Morocco – Seeking a historic hat-trick
Morocco enters CHAN 2024 with eyes firmly set on history. After clinching back-to-back titles in 2018 and 2020, the Atlas Lions aim to become the first nation to win the competition three times.
Team Profile
- Nickname: Atlas Lions
- Appearances: 4 (2014, 2016, 2018, 2020)
- Titles: 2 (2018, 2020)
- FIFA Ranking: 14
- Head Coach: Tarik Sektioui
- Captain: Rasheedat Ajibade
Qualification
Morocco qualified automatically as the sole representative from the North African Football Union zone.
With two titles already under their belt, they are making their fifth appearance since debuting in 2014.
Morocco CHAN legacy
Since their debut in South Africa 2014, Morocco has shown consistent progression.
Their consecutive triumphs in 2018 and 2020 solidified their dominance. Having missed the 2022 edition, the team is determined to return to glory.
Zambia – Consistent contenders
Zambia has been a recurring presence in the CHAN tournament, qualifying for four of the previous seven editions.
Team Profile
- Nickname: Chipolopolo
- Appearances: 4 (2009, 2016, 2018, 2020)
- Best Finish: 3rd (2009)
- FIFA Ranking: 87
- Head Coach: Avram Grant
- Captain: Kabaso Chongo
Qualification route
Zambia advanced to CHAN 2024 after Mozambique withdrew, granting Chipolopolo a walk-over into the tournament.
Continental achievement
Zambia’s most notable continental success came in AFCON 2012, where they clinched the title, becoming only the second Southern African nation after South Africa (1996) to achieve this feat.
Angola – Steady progression
Angola returns for their fifth appearance in the CHAN competition, having featured in four previous editions since their debut in 2011.
The Sable Antelopes continue to build on their growing legacy in the tournament.
Team Profile
- Nickname: The Sable Antelopes
- Appearances: 4 (2011, 2016, 2018, 2022)
- Best Finish: 4th (2011)
- FIFA Ranking: 85
- Head Coach: Pedro Gonçalves
Qualification route
Angola faced a spirited Lesotho side during qualification. After a tightly contested two-legged tie, they emerged victorious and secured their fifth CHAN appearance.
CHAN 2024 Group A fixtures, dates & venues
August 3, 2025 – Matchday 1
- Kenya vs DR Congo – Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi – 3:00 PM
- Morocco vs Angola – Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi – 6:00 PM
August 7, 2025 – Matchday 2
- DR Congo vs Zambia – Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi – 4:00 PM
- Angola vs Kenya – Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi – 7:00 PM
August 10, 2025 – Matchday 3
- Kenya vs Morocco – Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi – 3:00 PM
- Zambia vs Angola – Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi – 6:00 PM
August 14, 2025 – Matchday 4
- Morocco vs Zambia – Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi – 5:00 PM
- Angola vs DR Congo – Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi – 8:00 PM
August 17, 2025 – Matchday 5
- Zambia vs Kenya – Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi – 3:00 PM
- DR Congo vs Morocco – Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi – 3:00 PM