The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Executive Committee has unanimously endorsed FIFA’s joint update regarding the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE). Following FIFA’s acknowledgment of consultation shortfalls and subsequent withdrawal of the proposal, CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe emphasized that transparency, due process, and strict governance remain non-negotiable pillars for the continent’s footballing body.
Alongside its alignment with FIFA’s structural review, CAF highlighted robust financial growth, ongoing sponsor negotiations, and accelerated infrastructure investments aimed at upgrading stadiums across Africa.
Key Highlights from the CAF Announcement
- Governance & Transparency: Unanimous endorsement of the update from FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Secretary General Mattias Grafström, reinforcing global compliance standards.
- Infrastructure & Commercial Growth: Active commercial negotiations continue to secure CAF’s financial independence and fund continent-wide stadium updates.
- Tournament Readiness: Preparations for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2027 (co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda) remain on schedule.
- Women’s Football Success: Celebrated the ongoing success and high competitive standard of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 in Morocco.
- Youth & League Development: Sustained financial allocation toward youth academies, coaching education, and national league frameworks.
