Motsepe, CAF President

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a substantial increase in prize money for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), a move CAF President Patrice Motsepe says is aimed at accelerating the growth of home-based football talent across the continent.

This year’s edition, which kicks off August 2 and runs through August 30, will mark a historic first as the tournament is being co-hosted by three nations—Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Along with a brand-new trophy, the championship comes with a 75% boost in prize money for the winner, who will now receive \$3.5 million. The runner-up will go home with \$1.2 million, while third and fourth-placed teams are set to earn \$700,000 and \$600,000 respectively.

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Teams that exit at the quarter-final stage will be awarded \$450,000 each. Group-stage participants will also receive compensation—\$300,000 for teams finishing third and \$200,000 for those placing fourth, depending on group size.

"We are thrilled about CHAN 2024 in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda," said Motsepe. “The winner’s prize money has been increased to \$3.5 million—up by 75%. Overall, the tournament prize pool now stands at \$10.4 million, reflecting a 32% rise.”

Motsepe added that CHAN plays a critical role in showcasing Africa-based footballers, many of whom are emerging talents seeking international attention. “This is part of CAF’s broader commitment to making African football more competitive globally and more attractive to fans, broadcasters, sponsors, and stakeholders worldwide,” he said.

Exclusively open to players competing in their home leagues, the CHAN will feature matches in Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Kampala, and Nairobi.

The 2024 edition also sees the Central African Republic making their debut, joining Group B with Tanzania, Madagascar, Mauritania, and Burkina Faso. Defending champions Senegal—who won the last tournament on penalties against Algeria—will begin their title defense in Group D against Congo, Sudan, and Nigeria.

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