Postponement not an option as Kenya races to be ready for Afcon 2027
African football boss Patrice Motsepe wants a "heightened sense of urgency" from Afcon 2027 co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda as they face a race to be ready.
African football chief Patrice Motsepe has urged Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to speed up preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon). East Africa will host the tournament for the first time in 51 years, with the opening match on 19 June and the final on 17 July. Caf president Motsepe emphasized the need for urgent action, stating they require all stadiums to be "world class" and ready for testing by January next year.
Despite progress, some facilities remain below the required level, particularly in Kenya where Kasarani Stadium and Talanta Stadium face delays in construction and setup. Motsepe highlighted security concerns and the need to configure stadium designs for VIPs and heads of state. Kenya's sports cabinet secretary, Salim Mvurya, assured that preparations would be completed on time and that the deadline of December would ensure test matches could take place.
The Afcon 2027 is part of a broader sporting project for Kenya, boosting tourism and economic growth.
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