Zuchu confirmed for CHAN finals performance at Kasarani Stadium
By Nancy Marende, August 27, 2025Bongo Flava star Zuchu has confirmed she will be headlining the entertainment lineup during the final of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024.
In a statement on her Instagram on August 27, 2025, the artist revealed that she will perform at the tournament set for August 30 at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
“I’m so thrilled to announce that I will be headlining the African Champions League final this year. #CHAN2025 happening in Nairobi at Kasarani Stadium on August 30, 2025,” Zuchu wrote in her announcement.
She will be joined by Uganda’s celebrated artiste Eddy Kenzo and Kenya’s very own Savara of Sauti Sol, who are also set to perform at the grand football showdown.
On the pitch, Morocco will be chasing a record-extending third CHAN title as they face off against tournament underdogs Madagascar, who are seeking their first-ever championship in what has been a fairytale campaign.
Morocco secured their spot in the final after edging out Senegal 5-3 in a post-match penalty shootout in the semifinals, having previously eliminated Tanzania with a 1-0 win in the quarterfinals. The Atlas Lions had earlier finished second to co-hosts Kenya in Group A to qualify for the knockouts.
Madagascar, on the other hand, shocked the football world with a spirited run, finishing second to Tanzania in Group B before knocking out co-hosts Kenya 4-3 in a tense penalty shootout in the quarter-finals. They went on to stun Sudan with a dramatic extra-time winner in the semi-finals at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam to book their historic final slot.
Harambee Stars
The finals follow the Harambee Stars’ elimination from the tournament on Friday, August 22, 2025, after a tense quarterfinal match against Madagascar at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
The match ended 1-1 in regulation and extra time, forcing a dramatic penalty shootout, which the Malagasy team won 4-3
Harambee Stars started the game strongly, dominating midfield play and creating several scoring opportunities. Boniface Muchiri, Suleiman Manzur Okwaro, Ben Stanley Omondi, and Ryan Ogam linked up with neat passing combinations in the first half but were repeatedly blocked by Madagascar’s organised backline.
The first 45 minutes ended goalless, with both sides showing tactical discipline.
After the break, Harambee Stars returned with renewed urgency. In the 48th minute, Gor Mahia defender Alphonce Omija headed in a well-delivered free kick from Muchiri, giving Kenya a brief lead.
Madagascar equalised in the 69th minute after Lewis Bandi handled the ball inside Kenya’s penalty box. Gilles Razafimaro stepped up and converted the spot-kick, sending the match into extra time.
The match proceeded to a penalty shootout, where Madagascar edged Kenya 4-3.
Kenya missed two spot kicks through Mike Kibwage and Omija as the islanders progressed to the semis in their third tournament. Madagascar’s goalkeeper Michel Ramandimbisoa was instrumental, saving crucial spot-kicks and ensuring his team’s passage to the semifinals.