The Confederation of African Football (CAF), led by its President Patrice Motsepe, has announced an unprecedented project to transform African soccer, with an investment of over 600 billion FCFA over eight years.
The main aim is to modernize infrastructures, develop local talent and boost the competitiveness of the continent’s clubs and national teams.
This investment, presented at the 46ᵉ CAF Ordinary General Assembly in Addis Ababa, marks a decisive turning point for the future of soccer in Africa. It will be used to build and renovate stadiums to international standards, strengthen academies for young talent and support local competitions.
Patrice Motsepe stressed the importance of this strategic plan in bridging the gap between African soccer and that of other continents. In December 2024, he will visit Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, the host countries of the CHAN TotalEnergies 2024, scheduled for February 2025. The purpose of these visits will be to oversee preparations for the tournament and discuss the implementation of this investment plan, while allowing local authorities to present their needs and collaborate with CAF to maximize the impact of these funds.
The African Nations Championship, which showcases local players, is an excellent opportunity to inaugurate this new vision. By combining this event with the objectives of the investment plan, CAF hopes to stimulate local economies and give lasting impetus to sport in these regions.
This financial commitment represents a key moment for African soccer, which could thus enter a new era. In addition to improving infrastructure, the more than 600 billion FCFA allocated by CAF also aims to encourage economic and social growth around sport. Patrice Motsepe sees this initiative as a unique opportunity for Africa to shine on the world soccer stage.
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