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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially dispatched a team of technical experts to East Africa to inspect facilities in Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya, marking a critical step in preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The joint bid, tagged “Pamoja 2027,” saw the three nations triumph over a competing joint bid from Nigeria and Benin Republic to host the continent’s premier football showpiece.
With the tournament fast approaching, CAF is leaving no stone unturned to ensure the infrastructure meets world-class standards.
The inspection tour, which kicked off this week and is scheduled to run until Tuesday, February 17, focuses on assessing pitch quality, safety protocols, security measures, and overall infrastructure readiness at both match venues and designated training sites.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the continental football governing body emphasized that these inspections are part of a broader strategy to elevate the standards of African football.
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CAF noted that by driving consistent benchmarks in infrastructure and venue management, it aims to solidify AFCON’s reputation as one of the leading football tournaments globally.
The inspection team began its mission in Tanzania, starting in Dar es Salaam with visits to the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium and several training sites.
The delegation will proceed to Arusha to inspect the Samia Suluhu Stadium before heading to Zanzibar to evaluate the Amaan Stadium and Fumba Stadium, which the local organizing committee has earmarked for potential use.
In Kenya, the focus will shift to Nairobi, where three major stadiums: Kasarani Stadium, Nyayo Stadium, and the Talanta Sports Stadium are under review.
Key training facilities such as the Ulinzi Sports Complex and the Kenya Academy of Sports will also be scrutinized.
Uganda’s leg of the tour will cover Entebbe and Kampala, with inspectors visiting the Mandela National Stadium and designated training grounds. The team will also travel to Hoima to assess the progress of the Hoima City Stadium project.
Adding weight to the technical visit, CAF President Patrice Motsepe is expected to visit Tanzania on Friday to personally oversee aspects of the preparation.
This hands-on approach underscores CAF’s commitment to supporting the host nations in delivering a successful tournament.
CAF reiterated its pledge to work closely with the governments and Local Organising Committees of the three nations to ensure that all preparations for the historic tripartite tournament remain on track.
The 2027 edition will be significant as it marks the end of the current biennial format, with future tournaments set to be held every four years starting from 2028.
