President Ruto fulfills Sh42million promise to Harambee Stars
Sports
By
Sharon Wanga
| Aug 04, 2025
The government has paid the Harambe Stars a sum of Sh 42 million following their win against DR Congo on Sunday at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 opener.
State House spokesperson Hussein Mohammed announced on Monday that the team had received the pledge in a disbursement through the Sports Ministry.
“President William Ruto has fulfilled his commitment to pay KSh1 million each to all 27 Harambee Stars players and 15 members of the technical bench, a total of KSh42 million, following the national team's 1-0 win over the DRC on Sunday,” stated Mohammed.
Mohammed further stated that a similar reward was awaiting the team after Thursday’s game against Angola.
The commitment follows President Ruto’s promise to the team ahead of their match with DR Congo on Sunday.
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“For every game you win, each player will get Sh1 million. For a draw, it will be half a million. If you reach the final, the team will get Sh600 million,” Ruto said.
Harambee Stars then stunned the two-time champions DR Congo 1-0 in their Group A opener following a goal by Austin Odhiambo in the first half.