Tinubu, CAF president Motsepe meet in Kenya over football, private sector partnership
Also present at the meeting were Ibrahim Gusau, president of the Nigeria Football Federation, his predecessor Amaju Pinnick, and CAF’s ...
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CAF considering Africa Cup of Nations expansion to 28 teams
The Africa Cup of Nations was expanded from 16 to 24 teams in 2019
CAF President breaks silence on disputed Morocco AFCON title
Mr Motsepe acknowledged that lingering “suspicion and distrust” remain a challenge for CAF, describing it as a “legacy issue” that ...
ANALYSIS: Huge toll of postponement of WAFCON 2026
According to CAF, host nation Morocco requested the shift due to “unforeseen circumstances.”
CAF announces new dates for WAFCON 2026
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations doubles as Africa’s qualifying route to the 2027 World Cup in Brazil
South Africa accuses Morocco of ‘holding CAF hostage’ over WAFCON 2026
For the past six weeks, uncertainty has surrounded the venue of the 2026 edition of the continental showpiece, officially known ...
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Senegal vs Morocco: CAF opens probe, threatens sanctions after chaotic AFCON final
CAF confirmed that the incidents during the final are now under review, with possible sanctions to follow
AFCON to hold every four years as CAF introduces African Nations League
By shifting AFCON to a four-year cycle, CAF believes the tournament will gain greater prestige, improved planning stability and enhanced ...
CAF expands Women’s Nations Cup to16 teams
Further details will be announced after CAF’s ongoing Executive Committee meeting in Kinshasa.
CHAN 2024: Record $10.4m prize pool unveiled, as CAF raises stakes
From homegrown heroes to continental kings;, Mr Motsepe’s bold financial push sets a new tone as Nigeria returns to chase ...
Muhammadu Buhari: CAF President, Nigerian sports icons eulogise ex-President’s sporting legacy
The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, has led tributes from across the African continent in ...
“Dodo Mayana will forever live in our hearts” — CAF President Motsepe mourns Peter Rufai
Rufai, fondly known as “Dodo Mayana,” passed away on Thursday, 3 July 2025, at the age of 61 after a ...
WAFCON 2024: CAF to unveil brand new trophy ahead of Morocco showdown
In a bold move to elevate the women’s game, CAF set to launch a fresh symbol of African supremacy before ...
Pinnick loses FIFA seat as CAF elections reshape African football leadership
Pinnick misses out by a single vote
AFCON 2023: CAF boss proud of Nigeria, reveals President Tinubu to attend final
Motsepe expressed his confidence regarding an exciting final on Sunday, mentioning that Nigerian President Bola Tinubu would be among the ...
CAF Inter-school Competition: Money won will be used for sports infrastructure development says Motsepe
CS Sekou Sylla from Guinea won the male category while Fountain Gate School from Tanzania clinched the female category title ...
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NFF: CAF President speaks on Pinnick’s decision not to seek third term
“A World Cup without Nigeria is not the same because the Super Eagles have been the hope of all in ...
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CAF President launches CAF African schools football programme
Programme will also serve as the provision of education, coaching, football and skills development courses.
CAF launches investigation into AFCON stampede
Motsepe says CAF have a duty to find out exactly what happened and sure it never happens again.
AFCON 2022: Fans will be allowed into stadiums in Cameroon
There had been fears that the 2022 Nations Cup could be cancelled because of the fourth wave
President Buhari seeks more FIFA investment in Nigeria
The President called on the top echelon of football’s world governing body to see Nigeria as one of its greatest ...
Pinnick throws support behind biennial FIFA World Cup proposal
The prospect of the World Cup happening with greater frequency is gaining further traction
CAF Elections: FIFA President, Infantino, congratulates CAF on ‘team spirit’
FIFA president is believed to have pulled enough strings to ensure Mr Motsepe emerged as a consensus candidate.
Motsepe confirmed as new CAF President
The 59-year-old emerged unopposed on Friday at the 43rd CAF General Congress in Morocco
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CAF Elections: Arbitration court clears way for Motsepe presidency
CAS upholds FIFA ruling on Ahmad paving the way for Motsepe to emerge as a consensus president.
