Nairobi

Kenya’s national football team has captured more than just points at CHAN 2024—they’ve racked up a catalogue of promises. With each victory, fellow Kenyans have thrown out pledges of cash, housing, even home appliances. Here’s a breakdown of what the Harambee Stars have been promised so far.

Presidential Incentives

• Original Offers
  KSh 1 million per player for every win
  KSh 500,000 per player for a draw
  Team bonuses:

  • KSh 60 million for reaching quarter-finals

  • KSh 70 million for semi-finals

  • KSh 600 million for winning the title

• New Perks for Zambia Match (Quarter-final)
  KSh 2.5 million per player for a win
  KSh 1 million per player plus a two-bedroom affordable house if they win the quarter-final

• If Kenya Reaches the Semi-finals
  Housing is upgraded to a three-bedroom unit

Political Promises

• Mike Sonko (Former Nairobi Governor):
  KSh 400 million if Kenya wins CHAN

• Peter Salasya (Mumias East MP):
  Covers three months’ rent for goalkeeper Byrne Omondi, and one month for the rest of the squad

• Moses Kuria (Public Service CS):
  KSh 50 million for a training facility in Kakamega if the team reaches the finals

• Aden Duale (Defence CS):
  KSh 30 million and military-grade training gear if Kenya secures a podium finish

Corporate & Business Contributions

• Safaricom:
  KSh 100 million plus a year’s data and call package for all players upon winning the championship

• Equity Bank:
  KSh 20 million and interest-free loans (up to KSh 5 million per player) for housing or business, if Kenya reaches the semi-finals

• Kenyatta University:
  Full scholarships for children of five players if the team clinches the title

Community & Celebrity Support

• Eric Omondi (Comedian):
  Free comedy show for fans and KSh 10 million to a charity of a player’s choice if Kenya wins

• Akothee (Singer):
  Luxury coastal weekend escape worth KSh 5 million for the squad if they reach the quarter-finals

• Bahati (Musician):
  KSh 1 million for the team after the Morocco win, plus KSh 200,000 for Austin Odhiambo if he scored

• Nairobi Business Community:
  KSh 15 million and free merchandise (jerseys, caps) if Kenya defeats Zambia

• Shiquo Hii Style (Businesswoman):
  Gifts for the team depending on victory—starters get a double-door fridge, substitutes a 75-inch TV