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CAF Elevates South African Refereeing Talent with Elite Selection for Champions League and Confederation Cup
CAF has handpicked three South African match officials—including a Video Assistant Referee—for its prestigious training camp in Cairo, marking a strategic investment in the continent’s refereeing future. Among them is Akhona Makalima, a standout figure in the growing ranks of elite African referees set to officiate high-stakes matches in the upcoming group stages.
CAF Reverses AFCON Decision: Africa Cup of Nations Returns to Biennial Format
After intense debate and backlash, the Confederation of African Football has abandoned its controversial plan to stretch the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle, restoring the tournament’s traditional biennial rhythm. The reversal underscores CAF’s commitment to prioritizing African football’s interests over FIFA’s international calendar.
Bolly Tjitemisa: From Okombomi’s Village Pitches to the CAF Stage
Bolly Tjitemisa’s football journey has taken him from the raw, unmarked pitches of Okombomi village to competing in continental competition under the Confederation of African Football. Reflecting on his rise in an interview with New Era Sport, the defender emphasized how facing elite African talent has refined his tactical composure and game management.
CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup Draws Locked In: Key Dates for 2026-27 Season
The Confederation of African Football has officially confirmed the dates for the 2026-27 CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup draws, marking the next pivotal moments in Africa’s club football calendar. From preliminary rounds to group stage allocations, every team’s journey begins on August 6 and October 28, respectively—both set to unfold in Cairo.
CAF Seeks Member Feedback on AFCON Frequency: Two-Year or Four-Year Cycle?
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched a consultation with its 54 member associations, including Nigeria’s NFF, to determine whether the Africa Cup of Nations should shift from its current two-year cycle to a four-year format—ensuring Africa retains a major senior tournament every year outside of World Cup years.
CAF Seeks Member Vote: Will Africa Cup of Nations Return to Biennial Format?
The Confederation of African Football has launched a consultation among its 54 member associations to decide whether the Africa Cup of Nations should revert to a two-year cycle or remain on its current four-year schedule. The move follows growing backlash against the controversial shift proposed by CAF President Patrice Motsepe, with stakeholders warning of potential long-term consequences for African football’s development and commercial viability.
CAF Strips Senegal of Africa Cup of Nations Title After Forfeit Ruling
The Confederation of African Football has overturned Senegal’s victory in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, declaring them forfeit after a mass walkout in protest of a penalty decision. Morocco is now crowned champions with a 3-0 win, while Senegal’s head coach faces a five-match suspension.
Ghana’s World Cup Visa Crisis: How Ordinary Fans Could Bear the Cost of Scandal
Allegations of irregularities in Ghana’s visa preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup threaten more than just the nation’s football administration—they could disrupt travel plans, tourism, and even the economic benefits of hosting for thousands of ordinary Ghanaians. The fallout extends far beyond the pitch, with potential ripple effects on fans, businesses, and the country’s broader reputation.
CAF weighs dramatic reversal of Africa Cup of Nations calendar amid FIFA-UEFA tensions
The Africa Cup of Nations may soon revert to its traditional biennial format, as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) explores a dramatic reversal of its 2023 decision to extend the tournament’
Infantino secures African bloc’s unanimous backing as FIFA reelection battle intensifies
Gianni Infantino has secured the unconditional support of all 54 CAF member associations ahead of next year’s FIFA presidential election, a decisive shift in the contest as European and North American backing wanes. The move follows a high-profile strategy symposium in Cape Verde, where the Swiss president reaffirmed FIFA’s financial commitment to African football while addressing lingering controversies with dialogue—not confrontation.
CAF’s Controversial Annulment of Edo Queens’ WAFU B Victory Sparks Reform Debate
The annulment of Edo Queens’ victory in the WAFU B final of the CAF Women’s Champions League has plunged Nigeria’s women’s football into turmoil, with sharp criticism directed at the Confedera