{
  "id": 8029141,
  "title": "AFCON 2027: ‘There is no Plan B’ – Motsepe says CAF has no plans to replace Tanzania as co-hosts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/afcon-2027-there-is-no-plan-b-motsepe-says-caf-has-no-plans-to",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-17T13:28:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/afcon-2027-there-is-no-plan-b-motsepe-says-caf-has-no-plans-to-replace-tanzania-as-co-hosts/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Patrice Motsepe, the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has firmly stated that there are no alternative plans to replace Tanzania as co-hosts of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Motsepe emphasized the extensive commitment of CAF to ensure that all three countries involved – Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda – are fully prepared for the upcoming tournament next year. Despite concerns about Tanzania's readiness, Motsepe is confident that these issues will be resolved before the competition begins. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, September 17, Motsepe reiterated his stance against a \"Plan B,\" asserting that the deep commitment among CAF members will address any shortcomings Tanzania may face. He expressed pride in the African continent's ability to host a world-class AFCON, emphasizing the importance of believing in oneself and the continent's capabilities. Tanzania, along with Kenya and Uganda, will jointly host the prestigious competition.",
  "summary": "According to him, there is a great 'commitment' from the continent's governing body to ensure that all three countries are ready for next year's competition.",
  "key_points": [
    "CAF President Patrice Motsepe states no Plan B for 2027 AFCON hosts.",
    "Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda to jointly host Africa Cup of Nations.",
    "Motsepe confident CAF will resolve readiness issues before tournament."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Patrice Motsepe hits out at AFCON 2027 ‘misinformation’ as he admits Pamoja preparations are an ’emergency’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/patrice-motsepe-hits-out-at-afcon-2027-misinformation-as-he-admits",
        "published": "2026-09-17T13:51:52.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}