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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 · CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe · Dr Patrice Motsepe

CAF president leading preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

2026-04-302026-10-21

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

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

    FIFA plans could win support from smaller nations: football expert
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. June 2026
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. May 2026
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
Sport

Infantino could win FIFA re-election despite criticism

The News

Gianni Infantino, seeking a fourth term as FIFA president, faces weeks of criticism over his shelved plan to allow private investment into the World Cup, but observers say he could survive the backlash in the absence of a strong challenger. The 56-year-old retains core support in Africa and South America despite losing support from many other associations.

13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Infantino could win FIFA re-election despite criticism

    Gianni Infantino, seeking a fourth term as FIFA president, faces weeks of criticism over his shelved plan to allow private investment into the World Cup, but observers say he could survive the backlash in the absence of a strong challenger. The 56-year-old retains core support in Africa and South America despite losing support from many other associations.

    13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 10 October

  1. CAF reviews move to biennial Africa Cup of Nations format

    CAF president Patrice Motsepe said the organisation is discussing reverting to hosting the Africa Cup of Nations every two years, after the decision to stage the continental championship every four years proved unpopular in many quarters.

    10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 9 October

  1. CAF president Motsepe endorses FIFA chief Infantino re-election

    African football confederation CAF has unanimously resolved to support FIFA president Gianni Infantino's re-election bid, according to CAF president Patrice Motsepe at a strategy meeting in Cape Verde. Motsepe emphasized the importance of CAF's partnership with Infantino and called for increased investment in African youth academies.

    9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 18 September

  1. CAF president backs East Africa AFCON 2027 despite preparation challenges

    CAF president Patrice Motsepe expressed confidence that Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda will successfully host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, dismissing suggestions the tournament could be moved elsewhere. Motsepe acknowledged challenges in preparations but said CAF remained committed to working with the countries to meet key deadlines.

    18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Nairobi to host 2029 World Athletics Championships

    Nairobi has been selected to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, with economic analyses from previous editions showing substantial revenue potential. The 2025 Tokyo championships generated $522 million in total impact; Budapest 2023 generated $403 million; Eugene 2022 generated $153.4 million in direct economic gains; and London 2017 generated $104.1 million in direct benefit. Kenya will retain revenue from ticket sales, hospitality, food and beverage, merchandise, and exhibition space rentals.

    18 September 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 17 August

  1. Cameroon wins WAFCON for first time, beats Malawi

    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 →

  2. Cameroon wins first WAFCON title, defeats Malawi 3-0

    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 →

Thursday 13 August

  1. African football chief: Infantino's future decided by election

    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 →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Trump backs Infantino despite FIFA confederations calling for ouster

    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 →

Thursday 30 July

  1. CAF urges members to review FIFA's private investor plan

    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 →

  2. FIFA commercial plans could appeal to smaller nations

    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 →

Wednesday 22 July

  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.

    22 July 2026 · 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.

    22 July 2026 · 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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