The GOVERNMENT has promised to give 500 million Shs, in case the national team of Tanzania 'Taifa Stars' will qualify for the AFCON 2023 finals.

The promise was made today by the Minister of Culture, Arts and Sports, Dr. Pindi Chana, when he was talking to journalists regarding the government's contribution in increasing motivation, so that Tanzania participates in the finals for the third time.

"Recognizing the importance of the competition, the government promises to give Shs 500 million if Taifa Stars qualify for the Afcon 2023 finals, I believe it is possible," said Minister Chana, adding that it is important for Tanzanians to support the team.

The Taifa Stars team is currently in Egypt for the preparation of the game against Uganda 'The Cranes' which will be played on March 24 in the city of Alexandria in Egypt and after that the teams will meet again on March 28 at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium, Dar es Salaam