Also known as: Dr. Patrice Motsepe · CAF president Dr. Patrice Motsepe · CAF president Patrice Motsepe · CAF President Motsepe · Dr Motsepe · CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe · Dr Patrice Motsepe
Patrice Motsepe — CAF president overseeing 2027 Africa Cup of Nations across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
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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 UEFACitizen 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 2027The 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 sportsThe 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 intensifyCitizen 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 UgandaCitizen 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-electionCameroon defeated Malawi 3-0 in the WAFCON final in Rabat on Sunday to win the Women's Africa Cup of Nations for the first time after finishing runners-up on three occasions. Cameroon, who failed initial qualification but were added as one of the four highest-ranked losers after the tournament expanded from 12 to 16 teams, defeated Malawi with goals from Marie Ngah (twice) and Naomi Eto.
17 August 2026 · The Standard →
Cameroon defeated Malawi 3-0 in the WAFCON final in Rabat on Sunday to win the Women's Africa Cup of Nations for the first time after finishing runners-up on three occasions. Cameroon, who failed initial qualification but were added as one of the four highest-ranked losers after the tournament expanded from 12 to 16 teams, defeated Malawi with goals from Marie Ngah (twice) and Naomi Eto.
17 August 2026 · The Standard →
Marie Gisele Manga scored twice and Naomi Eto added one goal as Cameroon defeated debutant Malawi 3-0 in the African Women Cup of Nations final on August 16 in Rabat, Morocco, claiming the continental title for the first time after losing three previous finals to Nigeria.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
CAF president Patrice Motsepe says FIFA president Gianni Infantino's future should be decided by elections, after Ireland joined European, North American, and Asian football bodies in withdrawing support over his failed plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump said Monday it would be "a terrible mistake" to replace FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who faced criticism from UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC over a failed plan to sell World Cup broadcasting rights to private investors.
11 August 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →