Rumors of a possible withdrawal of the hosting rights for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have been dispelled. A meeting was held on April 23 in Kampala, Uganda, between the leaders of the three countries and the acting General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
The participants reaffirmed their shared commitment to organizing a successful AFCON 2027. The acting General Secretary of CAF praised the progress made by the three host nations in their preparations. The organizing countries reiterated their determination to collaborate closely with CAF to deliver a memorable competition.
Each country presented the progress of construction, rehabilitation, and modernization of infrastructure, including stadiums, training grounds, transport networks, airports, and accommodation facilities. The ministers reaffirmed their governments' commitment to meeting CAF's requirements within the set deadlines, setting August 2026 as a key milestone to assess progress.
The ministers agreed to organize regular high-level and technical meetings, as well as monitoring mechanisms, to oversee implementation and resolve potential issues until 2027.
CAF emphasized that Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda remain determined to organize a successful AFCON 2027 under the banner of PAMOJA, a symbol of African unity and regional progress. CAF is working closely with the three countries, their governments, and their football federations to prepare for the tournament. A PAMOJA visa framework is under consideration to facilitate travel between Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania during the competition. This framework could include visa exemptions, expedited immigration procedures, and harmonized travel rules.
