InterviewCHAN 2024: Kenyan president promises jackpot to Harambee StarsBefore the official kick-off of CHAN 2024, Kenya's president, William Ruto, fired up the Harambee Stars by announcing a massive b...
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CHAN 2024: Kenyan president promises jackpot to Harambee Stars
Before the official kick-off of CHAN 2024, Kenya's president, William Ruto, fired up the Harambee Stars by announcing a massive bonus in case of victory. And it all begins with their opening match against DR Congo.
According to reports from the local press, the Kenyan head of state hinted that each player will receive 1 million Kenyan shillings (around €7,800) for every win during the tournament. This announcement was made during his visit to the national team's camp, just one day before they take on DR Congo. Even in the event of a draw, players will be rewarded with 500,000 KES (about €3,900) each.
President Ruto promises to give Harambee Stars players Sh600 million if they qualify for 2024 CHAN final, Sh1 million per player for every game won pic.twitter.com/8lTFC6xefr
— NTV Kenya (@ntvkenya) August 2, 2025
The president also pledged €460,000 for reaching the quarterfinals, €535,000 for making it to the semifinals, and an incredible €4.6 million jackpot for winning the trophy on home soil. Kenya is set to kick off their campaign this Sunday, August 3, at Kasarani Stadium against the Leopards of DR Congo.
This morning, President Ruto hosted the Harambee Stars for a special breakfast meeting at State House Nairobi. This was a powerful gesture of unity and support as Kenya prepared to co-host the CHAN 2024 tournament.
— United Democratic Alliance, UDA. (@UDAKenya) August 2, 2025
With just days to go, the energy is high, the dreams are alive,… pic.twitter.com/01Nt6BI0JM
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