Thursday , April 25 2024

Africa

Smart Technology joins as official National Supporter of AFCON 2023!

Cote d’Ivoire electronics company, Smart Technology, has come on board as an ‘Official National Supporter’ of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023. With Cote d’Ivoire placing a major emphasis on smart and digital technology in enabling the country’s future development, Smart Technology CI becomes an important addition to …

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FIFA media rights tenders commence for Sub-Saharan Africa!

FIFA have announce that it has opened two separate tender processes for the media rights to the FIFA World Cup 26 and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 in Sub-Saharan Africa. With qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 26 having commenced in Africa this month, entities in Sub-Saharan Africa are now …

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FIFA Secretary General receives Choiseul Grand Prix award in Casablanca!

Fatma Samoura honoured in recognition of her achievements as Secretary General; Progress in women’s football and development schemes central themes of speech; Vows to continue work against discrimination after stepping down at the end of the year. Fatma Samoura has received the Choiseul Grand Prix award at a ceremony in …

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Shortlists of Men’s Categories for CAF Awards 2023 announced!

CAF has announced the shortlists for the men’s categories for the CAF Awards 2023. Ten players remain in contention for the topmost Player of the Year including last year’s winner Sadio Mane of Senegal. The Interclub Player of the Year has 10 contenders whilst Goalkeeper of the Year, Young Player …

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Feet ‘N’ Tricks elevates the game at Freestyle Connect Africa 2023 in Cairo!

In a stunning display of skill and athleticism, the Freestyle Connect Africa 2023, held in Cairo, culminated in a triumphant moment for Ali Yahia (Algeria), Ramy Boujlil (Morocco), and Mohamed Gamal (Egypt), who claimed the top three spots, respectively. The event, hosted by Feet ‘N’ Tricks International Limited, the biggest …

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Third edition of Africa Best XI to include new award for leading women players!

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and FIFPRO Africa will announce the Africa Best XI for men and women players at a ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco on December 11, 2023. It will be the third edition of the men’s team and inaugural event for women players. The previous editions were …

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CAF Executive Committee to meet on Saturday in Abidjan!

The CAF Executive Committee (“EXCO”) will hold a meeting on Saturday, November 18, 2023 in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. The meeting, to be chaired by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe, will take place at the Hotel Sofitel Ivoire from 10h00 GMT (Local time), followed by a press conference. The programme also …

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CAF announces CAF African Schools Football Championship Zonal Qualifier Dates & Venues!

The 2023/24 season of the CAF African Schools Football Championship is officially underway, as CAF, through its Member Associations Division prepares to roll out the second edition of the ground-breaking youth football tournament as envisioned by CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe. Building on from the success of its inaugural edition, …

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FIFA+ to stream all African qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 26!

Africa’s qualifying matches for the FIFA World Cup 26™ kick off on Wednesday, November 15 and you’ll be able to watch them all live on FIFA+. Nine African teams are guaranteed to compete at the FIFA World Cup. Another will participate in the FIFA Play-off Tournament as the global showpiece …

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Malawi FA hosts successful CLOP workshop as MA’s embrace innovative system by CAF!

The rollout of the CAF Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP) is fast gaining traction across the continent, as CAF, in close partnership with all its Member Associations, continues to roll out the digital system that has been uniquely designed to assist MAs and clubs across Africa digitize their administration. Following …

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