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Uganda: Government Faces Pressure Over Afcon 2027 Stadium Preparations Amid Quality Concerns
The Government of Uganda is facing mounting pressure to account for its infrastructure preparations ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027, following concerns over the quality and progress of key stadium projects.
Kenya will be ready to host the next African Cup of Nations (CAN). In any case, this is what the authorities promise. In a statement issued on Tuesday, March 31, the Ministry of Sports responded to the concerns of the African Football Confederation (CAF), which in its last report noted many delays in the upgrading of Kenyan infrastructure. The next CAN, scheduled for June 2027, will be co-organized by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
Parliament Demands Answers Over Uganda’s AFCON 2027 Readiness - SportsNation
Concerns over Uganda’s preparedness to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) dominated proceedings in Parliament, as Leader of Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi questioned the country’s readiness following a critical assessment by Confederation of African Football. Uganda is scheduled to jointly host the continental tournament alongside Kenya and Tanzania, a move widely seen as an opportunity to boost regional integration, tourism, and economic…
PM Nabbanja gives assurance on AFCON readiness
By Brian Kawalya KAMPALA: The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has re-assured Ugandans that the country will be ready to host the Africa Cup of Nations next year, despite concerns raised by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). A recent CAF inspection report indicated that none of Uganda’s proposed venues currently meet the required standards. CAF also raised concerns about Hoima city’s road network, the lack of five-star hotels in Hoima c…
Kenya settles 2027 Afcon hosting fees
The government has paid the hosting fee for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, with Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirming a Sh3.9 billion remittance to the Confederation of African Football. Kenya will co-host the 36th edition alongside Tanzania and Uganda, with 28 teams set to compete between June 19 and July 18. The final […]
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