The TotalEnergies CHAN PAMOJA 2024 is set to bow out not just with football, but with a celebration of Africa’s heartbeat—its music, its culture, and its people. Three of East Africa’s brightest stars: Eddy Kenzo (Uganda), Zuchu (Tanzania), and Kenya’s very own Savara will close the tournament in style.
It’s more than just a curtain-raiser to the highly anticipated final between Morocco and Madagascar. The closing ceremony is designed as a cultural statement. It’s a showcase of the diversity and unity that the PAMOJA spirit has carried across the tournament co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
The Music that Tells a Story
- Eddy Kenzo, Uganda’s global trailblazer, will bring his infectious energy and Afrobeat rhythms. His journey from the streets of Kampala to Grammy-nominated stardom mirrors the resilience and dreams of African youth.
- Zuchu, the rising queen of bongo flava, represents the vibrancy of Tanzania’s new generation of artists. Her presence is a nod to the region’s thriving creative scene that continues to influence African pop culture.
- Savara, carrying Kenya’s flag high, embodies home pride. As a founding member of Sauti Sol and now a solo powerhouse, his music connects tradition with the modern pulse of Nairobi.
More Than a Final
While the spotlight will eventually fall on the pitch—where Morocco chase a record third CHAN crown and Madagascar aim for a fairytale maiden triumph—the closing ceremony reminds us that football in Africa is never just about goals and trophies. It’s about rhythm, movement, and shared identity.
“This is more than entertainment—it’s Africa speaking with one voice,” a CAF official said ahead of the show. “CHAN PAMOJA has been about unity, and what better way to end it than by celebrating the cultures of our three host nations.”
A Continental Farewell, an African Promise
From the sounds of Kampala and Zanzibar to the beats of Nairobi, the finale promises to send a powerful message: African football is deeply rooted in its culture, and when the two come together, the world stops to watch.
At 14h00 local time, the music will set the stage. At 18h00, football takes over. By the end of the night, one team will lift the trophy, but all of Africa will have celebrated a moment of togetherness.