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Patrice Motsepe

Also known as: Dr. Patrice Motsepe · CAF president Dr. Patrice Motsepe · CAF president Patrice Motsepe · CAF President Motsepe · Dr Motsepe

Patrice Motsepe — President of the Confederation of African Football, leading preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

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In coverage

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    CAF chief Motsepe backs Infantino despite criticism By AFP July 22, 2026 09:09 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FIFA president Giani Infantino (L) and CAF president Dr.

    CAF chief Motsepe backs Infantino despite criticism
  3. Citizen Digital

    The Malian Football Federation said in a statement that officials met with Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe on Saturday in New York "with a view to a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations".

    Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso bid to host AFCON 2032
  4. The Standard

    Audio By Vocalize(L-R) Patrice Motsepe, President of the Confederation of African Football, and Precious Moloi-Motsepe attend the FIFA Gold Carpet before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Ruther

    Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso bid to host AFCON 2032
  5. June 2026
  6. Citizen Digital

    CAF President Patrice Motsepe said Artan had "made Somalia and the entire people of the African continent, extremely proud".

    Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup - UEFA
  7. The Standard

    CAF President Patrice Motsepe said Artan had "made Somalia and the entire people of the African continent, extremely proud"."His receipt of the CAF men's referee of the year award 2025 and his appointment as a referee of the FIFA World Cup 2026 are a recognition of his world-clas

    Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup UEFA
  8. May 2026
  9. Citizen Digital

    Patrice Motsepe talk to Cabinet Secretary for Sports Kipchumba Murkomen when he inspected Kasarani Stadium on December 20, 2024 during his visit of the country ahead of 2025 African Nations Championship CHAN.

    CAF PAMOJA nations agree on oversight committee for AFCON 2027
  10. The Standard

    CAF President Patrice Motsepe was also present at the event, but arrived late. While the core of the summit focused on manufacturing, energy, and AI, the sports demonstration event aimed to send a clear message that sport is an industry.

    Tergat, Loroupe say Africa Summit is key for local sports
  11. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeConfederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe is expected in Nairobi for the Africa Forward Summit scheduled for May 11–12, 2026.

    CAF President Motsepe in Nairobi as AFCON 2027 preparations intensify
  12. Citizen Digital

    Patrice Motsepe enjoying the proceedings of CHAN 2024 final between Morocco and Madagascar at the MISC Kasarani on August 30, 2025.

    Africa Cup of Nations confirm dates for Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda
  13. April 2026
  14. Citizen Digital

    Patrice Motsepe enjoying the proceedings of CHAN 2024 final between Morocco and Madagascar at the MISC Kasarani on August 30, 2025.

    CAF announce 'unanimous' support for Infantino re-election

Yesterday

  1. CAF president Motsepe defends FIFA's Infantino

    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.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso jointly bid for AFCON 2032

    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.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  3. Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso jointly bid for AFCON 2032

    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

Thursday 11 June

  1. Somali referee denied US entry appointed to UEFA Super Cup

    Omar Artan, a Somali referee who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, has been appointed by UEFA to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup on August 12 in Salzburg, Austria. UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin praised Artan as an excellent and experienced referee who has proven himself at the highest level of African football competition.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Somali referee denied US entry appointed to UEFA Super Cup

    UEFA appointed Somali referee Omar Artan to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on August 12 in Salzburg, Austria. Artan was previously denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, and UEFA's appointment was announced as part of a cooperation accord with the African confederation.

    11 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda establish AFCON 2027 oversight committee

    CAF President Patrice Motsepe and government and football leaders from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda have agreed to establish the PAMOJA Oversight Committee for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, the first-ever tri-nation tournament, following a high-level meeting in Nairobi on Wednesday.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Kenya-France sports partnership key for African development: Tergat, Loroupe

    Former NOC-K President Paul Tergat and other sports leaders say Kenya's hosting of the Africa Forward Summit 2026 demonstrates deepening Kenya-France cooperation in sports. The summit featured a sports demonstration event at the University of Nairobi alongside bilateral agreements between Presidents Ruto and Macron, with Tergat noting Kenya will host the Youth Olympic Games for the first time.

    12 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 10 May

  1. CAF President visits Nairobi for AFCON 2027 preparations

    CAF President Patrice Motsepe is expected in Nairobi for the Africa Forward Summit on May 11–12, 2026, where he will address topics including Africa's influence in sport and economic transformation through football. His visit comes as Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda intensify preparations to jointly host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 3 May

  1. 2027 Africa Cup of Nations set for June-July in East Africa

    The African Football Confederation announced that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will take place between June 19 and July 17 across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. This will be the first AFCON spread over three countries and the first held in East Africa since 1976.

    3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 April

  1. CAF announces unanimous backing for Infantino fourth term bid

    The Confederation of African Football said it has unanimously agreed to support FIFA President Gianni Infantino's re-election bid for 2027, which would be his fourth term despite FIFA statutes limiting presidents to three terms.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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