The 2024 9th edition is running under the theme Afrogalactic Carnival, blending music with ancestral traditions, and will take place at a brand new site on 12 acres at the Source of the Nile, Njeru. The new venue is intended to provide festivalgoers with a more convenient experience, eliminating the need to walk long distances between stages.
South Sudan’s victory closes the door on Congo's qualification hopes, as they needed a win to stay in contention. The Cranes will now face South Africa's Bafana Bafana at Mandela National Stadium-Namboole on Friday, both teams competing for the top spot in the group, though both have already secured qualification.
The rollout of E-IDs is expected to improve security, streamline access to basic services, and expand the scope of financial inclusion. By linking national IDs to a secure digital platform, the government aims to eliminate the use of physical IDs, which are prone to theft. This will provide citizens with protection from exploitation in the form of loan sharks.