Kenya has officially settled its financial obligations to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has confirmed.
In a press statement released on March 31, the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports announced that the government had remitted the required USD 30 million (approximately KSh 3.9 billion) hosting fee, clearing a major requirement as the country prepares to co-host the continental tournament.
“I am pleased to announce that the Government of Kenya has fully met its financial and institutional obligations to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as we steadily advance towards co-hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON),” Mvurya said.
Kenya had been the only co-host yet to clear the payment, raising concerns over the country’s readiness after earlier warnings that delays could affect preparations for the tournament.
“In fulfilment of our commitments, the Government has remitted the requisite USD 30 million hosting fee to CAF, reaffirming Kenya’s credibility, readiness, and unwavering commitment to delivering a successful continental tournament,” he added.
The Cabinet Secretary noted that preparations will now shift focus toward implementing key recommendations issued after a recent CAF inspection.
“Following the CAF inspection report, we will be embarking on accelerated implementation of all infrastructure and operational compliance requirements.
“These include the fast-tracked construction and upgrading of match venues, training facilities, transport and logistics systems, as well as safety, security, and broadcast standards.”
This is a routine but critical process in the hosting cycle, and Kenya is addressing each recommendation with precision, urgency, and accountability.
The Cabinet Secretary also added that the government has now established a restructured Multi-Agency Local Organizing Committee to coordinate preparations across both public and private sectors.
Kenya will co-host AFCON 2027 under the ‘Pamoja’ bid together with Uganda and Tanzania as the three East African nations prepare to stage the continent’s premier football tournament.
