CHAN PRIZE MONEY: Breakdown Of All Participants As Kenya Bags Ksh58 Million
Kenya is scheduled to get Sh58 million after being eliminated from the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in the quarter-finals by Madagascar in a dramatic penalty shootout.
The Harambee Stars drew 1-1 in normal and extra time, but were defeated 4-3 on penalties, ending their impressive run.
The team’s performance, however, has been praised as one of the most spirited CHAN appearances, increasing expectations for the future of home-based football.
The team began its campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over DR Congo, laying the groundwork for a strong group-stage performance.
Kenya has earned KSh 58.2 million from CAF for reaching the CHAN quarterfinals, where they were eliminated by Madagascar on penalties at Kasarani on Friday.
— Ole Teya (@TeyaKevin) August 23, 2025
The payout is part of the KSh 1.3 billion prize fund set aside for the tournament.
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Kenya followed up with a 1-1 draw against Angola before defeating 2020 champions Morocco 1-0 in a disciplined performance.
The Stars defeated Zambia 1-0 in their last group encounter, finishing unblemished with three victories and a draw and conceding only one goal in four games.
Kenya once again demonstrated perseverance in the quarter-finals against Madagascar, drawing 1-1 after 120 minutes.
However, their journey came to an end in a penalty shootout, which Madagascar won 4-3.
Despite their exit, the team’s progress to the final eight was hailed as a significant step forward for Kenyan football.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) recently announced a 75% increase in prize money for CHAN 2024, with a total payout up 32% over the previous edition.
BREAKING: CAF has announced a 75% increase in the Prize Money💰for the Winner of the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (“CHAN”) Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda 2024.
— CAF Media (@CAF_Media) January 7, 2025
The winner will now receive USD 3.5 million. 🏆
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While Kenya will earn Sh58 million for reaching the quarter-finals, the four semi-finalists will receive at least Sh77 million.
The third-place finisher will collect Sh90 million, while the runners-up will receive Sh155 million.
Meanwhile, the victors would receive a massive Sh453 million, highlighting CAF’s efforts to raise the tournament’s profile.
Even teams eliminated from the group stage profited.
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Third-place finishers earned Sh39 million, while fourth and fifth-place finishers received Sh26 million apiece.
For Kenya, the cash windfall is a welcome boost, which many believe will be reinvested in strengthening the domestic league and developing grassroots talent.
Though the penalty heartbreak against Madagascar dashed hopes of a historic semi-final berth, Kenya’s spirited performances—marked by discipline, resilience, and flashes of attacking brilliance have renewed optimism.
With Sh58 million to show for their efforts and a rising profile in continental football, the Harambee Stars now have a strong foundation to build on ahead of upcoming regional and global qualifiers.
CHAN PRIZE MONEY: Breakdown Of All Participants As Kenya Bags Ksh58 Million
