Also known as: CAF
Confederation of African Football — continental governing body for African football that organizes tournaments including AFCON and CAF Confederation Cup.
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… Speaking during a comprehensive inspection tour of the facility on Tuesday, the CS confirmed that the stadium is in its final touches to meet the standards set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). …
Construction of training pitches begins at Talanta StadiumCitizen Digital
… Speaking during a comprehensive inspection tour of the facility on Tuesday, the CS confirmed that the stadium is in its final touches to meet the standards set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). …
Construction of training pitches begins at Talanta StadiumCitizen Digital
… Even a spokesperson for the Confederation of African Football, Ibrahim Sannie Daara, joined in, posting on X: "You cannot mistreat Africa and still expect Africa's full blessing on the world stage," though he later moderated his remarks and called on all Africans to wear the Sout …
S.Africa anti-migrant hate loses team African support at World CupThe Standard
… The ruling, which followed consultations with the Confederation of African Football (CAF), was based on the decision that the match could not legally continue after Sudan was reduced to six players—below the minimum seven required under FIFA regulations. …
FKF challenges CECAFA over 160 Sudan win controversyThe Standard
… The other three are in Nairobi.” The next Confederation of African Football (CAF) inspection of sports facilities will be in August and Kipchoge Keino should have made considerable progress for assessment. …
Kipchoge Keino Stadium in line for 2027 AfconCitizen Digital
… With the countdown to AFCON 2027 already underway, Makori also raised concerns over the pace of preparations, noting that key operational timelines set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) had not been met. …
AFCON 2027: Former CHAN Head of Media Operations Elias Makori quits in protestCitizen Digital
… "Omar Artan is an excellent young but already experienced referee, who has proven himself at the highest competition level of the Confederation of African Football," said Ceferin. …
Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup - UEFAThe Standard
… on the Somali referee in a statement released a few hours before global body FIFA's flagship World Cup was to start."Omar Artan is an excellent young but already experienced referee, who has proven himself at the highest competition level of the Confederation of African Football …
Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup UEFACitizen Digital
… "I'm just simply a referee who's trying to live his dream, the biggest dream of my life, to come to the World Cup." Artan, who was named the 2025 men's referee of the year by the Confederation of African Football, would have been the first Somali to officiate at a World Cup. …
FIFA boss Infantino faces questions on eve of World CupCitizen Digital
… Artan, who in 2025 was named men's referee of the year by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), was barred from entering the US on Saturday after arriving at Miami International Airport. …
'I'll be at next World Cup' in 2030: Somali referee barred from USFIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned his controversial plan to allow private investment in the World Cup, described as a "humiliating climbdown." Though he received support from senior directors and a confederation this week, his position remains precarious ahead of his potential re-election for a fourth and final term next March.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned his controversial plan to allow private investment in the World Cup, described as a "humiliating climbdown." Though he received support from senior directors and a confederation this week, his position remains precarious ahead of his potential re-election for a fourth and final term next March.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino lost UEFA's "confidence" after withdrawing a plan to allow private investment in the World Cup, prompting the European body to reiterate a boycott threat. While the Confederation of African Football backed Infantino, CONMEBOL and UEFA criticized him over the cancelled financing scheme.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a plan to bring private finance into the World Cup after UEFA threatened to boycott tournaments, but UEFA said on Thursday that not all of its conditions have been met and reiterated the boycott threat. CAF backed Infantino while CONMEBOL criticized him.
7 August 2026 · The Standard →
Tusker FC will begin their 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup campaign against Sudan's Al Ahli Madani, hosting the first leg between September 4 and 6 before traveling for the return match a week later. The FKF Cup winners will advance to the second preliminary round if they eliminate Al Ahli Madani, with a place in the group stage at stake.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
Malawi, the lowest-ranked of 16 tournament qualifiers, advanced to the Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals after losing 2-1 to Zambia in Rabat on Wednesday, finishing first in Group C alongside Nigeria and Zambia on six points. Nigeria also qualified by defeating Egypt 6-2, and the two will face Ghana or Mali and Cameroon respectively in the quarter-finals.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a scheme to raise $4.2 billion through private investment after global backlash. A former IOC marketing chief told AFP that Infantino's leadership has become "radioactive" and his reign "is over," with UEFA and CONCACAF among governing bodies expressing loss of confidence in him.
3 August 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has lost the confidence of UEFA after withdrawing a plan to raise up to $4.2 billion through private investment in World Cup and Club World Cup events. A former IOC marketing chief said Infantino's ten-year reign as head of world football is over and his leadership has become "radioactive" following the global backlash.
2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UEFA said Thursday it would boycott the World Cup if FIFA proceeds with private investor proposals, stating that no UEFA national teams will participate in any FIFA competition unless the proposal is abandoned and FIFA gives binding assurances it will never open governance or competitions to private ownership.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sanaa Mssoudy scored in the 84th minute to give hosts Morocco a 1-0 victory over Algeria in a Women's Africa Cup of Nations group match in Rabat on Thursday.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA said on Friday it would continue consulting member associations on a proposed private investment plan for World Cup operations, even as UEFA pledged to boycott the World Cup and CONCACAF's 41 member associations rejected the proposal. FIFA's plan could raise up to $4.2 billion based on a $20 billion valuation of its commercial subsidiary FFE.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Confederation of African Football has called on its members to review FIFA's plan to sell stakes in major competitions including the World Cup through a new commercial subsidiary. FIFA aims to raise up to $4.2 billion by allowing private investors to acquire minority stakes in the entity.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA's proposals to sell stakes in major competitions and create a commercial subsidiary have drawn criticism from UEFA, but football finance experts say smaller member associations could be attracted by significant funding gains, including a potential initial windfall of $20 million each.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The FKF Premier League risks falling behind regional rivals unless governance reforms restore professionalism, transparency and commercial growth, according to Mathare United CEO Jecton Obure. FKF and Premier League clubs have agreed to pursue governance reforms while allowing the 2026/27 season to proceed as scheduled.
27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Harambee Starlets, led by head coach Beldine Odemba, will face hosts Morocco in their 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations Group A opener on Sunday at 11pm East Africa Time at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Odemba expressed confidence that the squad's preparation in France and at the Mohammed VI Football Academy has readied them to challenge the tournament hosts.
26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has scheduled a hearing for October 8 on Senegal's appeal against the Confederation of African Football's decision to award Morocco the AFCON title. Senegal had won 1-0 in the January 18 final in Rabat, but CAF overturned the result in March and awarded Morocco a 3-0 victory after chaotic scenes at the end of normal time.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
African football chief Patrice Motsepe praised FIFA president Gianni Infantino as a devoted steward of the game and friend of Africa, defending him against criticism over decisions including a suspension delay for a US striker and hydration breaks.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—three countries led by military governments—are bidding jointly to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations, following a meeting between officials and CAF president Patrice Motsepe in New York.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wycliffe Awiko, a 23-year-old defender from Shabana FC, has joined Nairobi United ahead of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season. Awiko, who was among the league's standout defenders last season, cited the club's ambition and experience as reasons for the move.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Three West African countries led by military governments met with the Confederation of African Football president to advance their joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations, marking a pivotal stage in the bidding process under CAF regulations.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi United Football Club, which finished fourth in their inaugural Kenya Premier League season, aims to challenge for the league title in their second season. Head coach Osborne Monday said the team expects to finish in a higher position and compete for a CAF Champions League spot.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has urged President William Ruto to officially support Kenya's bid to host the 2028 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, citing the growth of Kenyan women's football as evidence the country is ready.
14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Football Kenya Federation organized a three-day CAF D Refresher Coaching Course in Nairobi, with 25 coaches completing the program designed to prepare them for the next stage, the CAF C license, following curriculum changes. The FKF is urging Kenyan footballers to earn coaching qualifications while still playing to ease their transition into coaching and strengthen football development.
11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South African midfielder Jayden Adams, who represented his country at the ongoing World Cup, died Saturday at age 25. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie confirmed the death but did not disclose the cause; police have opened an investigation after the body was found at a house in Cape Town.
11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his team will bounce back after losing 2-0 to France in the World Cup quarter-final on Thursday and will keep building as they prepare to co-host the 2030 tournament.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his team will bounce back after a 2-0 World Cup quarter-final defeat to France and prepare to co-host the 2030 tournament. Ouahbi, appointed in March, acknowledged France's strength but pledged the team would work harder to do better next time.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
Celebrated Somali football referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the USA for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, visited Nairobi where he was welcomed by Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed and government officials. Artan, the 2025 Caf men's referee of the year, said he is ready to partner with FKF to improve the state of football refereeing in Kenya and will officiate the UEFA Super Cup in Austria on August 12 between PSG and Aston Villa.
4 July 2026 · The Standard →
Somali referee Omar Artan, denied entry to the US to officiate the ongoing World Cup, visited Nairobi on Friday and was welcomed by Kenyan leaders including FKF President Hussein Mohammed. Artan, the 2025 CAF men's referee of the year, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and noted his connection to Kenyan football through collaboration with local officials.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FKF President Hussein Mohamed described a joint meeting with FIFA and CAF delegations in Nairobi as "a good day for football," saying the discussions marked an important step towards strengthening the game ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and addressing key issues affecting the federation.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Football Kenya Federation held discussions with FIFA and CAF representatives in Nairobi on governance, institutional stability, and football development, with focus on Kenya's co-hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Uganda and Tanzania.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nicholas Musonye, Local Organising Committee chairman for Kenya's co-hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Uganda and Tanzania, has told Parliament that the Ministry of Sports alone cannot deliver the tournament and urged the government to adopt a coordinated, whole-of-government approach involving multiple ministries including Interior, Health, Roads, Tourism, ICT, Foreign Affairs, Immigration, the National Treasury, and Transport.
30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →