Millions Flow as Harambee Stars Shine in CHAN 2024 Group Stage Run

Harambee Stars are experiencing a remarkable financial turnaround as a direct result of their impressive run in the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024).

Their journey has not only been about their success on the pitch but also about a significant accumulation of millions of shillings.

Following the financial rewards, Harambee Stars have put in the work, finishing their group stage campaign at the top with 10 points.

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Morocco trailed with nine points, while DR Congo's six were insufficient to advance. Angola ended fourth with four points, as Zambia bowed out at the bottom without a single point.

The financial windfall is largely due to a historic reward scheme by President William Ruto. Before the tournament began, the President met with the team and laid out a clear plan.

He noted that for every match won, each member of the 42-person delegation, comprising 27 players and 15 technical staff, was promised Ksh 1 million. A draw would earn each individual Sh500,000.

The funds were disbursed promptly after each match, providing a tangible and immediate reward for the team's efforts.

President Ruto added that if Harambee Stars win their match against Zambia, each individual will get Ksh 2.5 million.

Initially, President Ruto had also promised Harambee Stars that reaching the quarterfinals would unlock a collective Ksh 60 million, to go towards the team and the federation.

Advancing to the semifinals would fetch Ksh 70 million, and should the Harambee Stars make history by winning the CHAN trophy, they would be rewarded with an astonishing Ksh 600 million.

President Ruto further pointed out that if Harambee Stars triumph in the quarter-finals, each player will receive Ksh 1 million and a two-bedroom affordable housing unit.

Harambee Stars: Match-by-Match Breakdown

Harambee Stars' earnings started with their thrilling 1-0 victory over two-time champions DR Congo in the opening match.

This single win immediately translated to a massive Sh42 million, with each member of the squad and technical bench receiving Sh1 million, as promised by the President.

In their second match, Harambee Stars battled to a 1-1 draw despite playing with 10 men for over 70 minutes. Each member of the delegation earned another Ksh 500,000, bringing their individual total to Ksh 1.5 million.

Their win against Morocco saw them pocket an additional Ksh 1 million, before they triumphed over Zambia, which saw them earn Ksh 2.5 million.

On his part, opposition leader Raila Odinga, also promised to award the players Ksh 500, 000 for their victory over the Chipolopolo, making their total earnings so far, to be Ksh 5.5 million.

Harambee Stars: Additional Tournament Earnings

Harambee Stars have also secured a substantial sum in prize money from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

By advancing to the quarterfinals, a feat achieved with a game to spare, the team is guaranteed a minimum of $450,000 (approximately Ksh 58.1 million) from CAF.