Africa-Press – Lesotho. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a postponement in deciding the host nations for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments spanning 2029 to 2035, following resolutions reached at its latest Executive Committee meeting.
According to emerging reports, five official bids have been submitted for consideration, signaling one of the most competitive hosting races in recent years.
Angola, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Senegal have all lodged individual bids, while Mali and Guinea have partnered to submit a joint proposal in a bid to strengthen their chances.
Despite the strong interest shown across the continent, the CAF Executive Committee stopped short of finalizing any host nation.
Instead, it opted to extend the evaluation period to allow for deeper assessment of infrastructure readiness, financial commitments, and overall organizational capacity.
The postponement underscores the intensity surrounding the bidding process, as each aspiring host nation continues to lobby for support while working to meet CAF’s stringent requirements.
Stadium upgrades, transportation networks, accommodation standards, and security plans are expected to play key roles in determining the eventual winners.
Beyond football, the hosting rights for AFCON from 2029 through 2035 carry significant implications. Countries selected will enjoy major economic, infrastructural, and developmental benefits, with the tournaments known to catalyze investment, tourism, and job creation.
CAF is expected to release fresh timelines for the final decision in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, football stakeholders across the continent are calling for transparency, fairness, and strategic planning to ensure the chosen hosts deliver world-class tournaments.
As anticipation builds, it is clear that big decisions lie ahead—decisions that will ultimately shape the trajectory of African football development for the next decade.
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