Thursday's clash promises a tactical and emotional showdown with Kenya relying on the physicality and pace of their wide players, while Angola may look to control the midfield and dictate the tempo, as they attempted against Morocco.
Analysts expect both teams to score, given Angola's need to attack and Kenya will capitalise on home advantage. The two sides have never met at CHAN before, adding to the intrigue.
"This is a classic test of a rising team against a wounded giant. Kenya must not sit back they need to keep pressing and take advantage of early chances," said former Kenyan international James Situma.
Tickets for the highly anticipated 7:00 pm kickoff sold out by Tuesday morning, with fans scrambling to witness another potentially historic moment for the national team.