# East Africa AFCON 2027 prep and future CAF bidding

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/afcon-2027-slated-for-junejuly-2027-across-kenya-tanzania-and-uganda-with-kenya-advancing-transport-
> Updated: 2026-08-26T14:40:00.000Z. Sources: 122. Developments: 19.

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), to be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, is confirmed for 19 June – 17 July 2027. This “Pamoja” edition is expected to attract over 1.5 million spectators and 3.2 billion viewers. Preparations are underway across the host nations. Kenya is upgrading Kasarani Stadium with a hybrid-grass pitch and planning railway expansions near Nyayo National Stadium. Tanzania is monitoring road construction around Arusha. Uganda is leveraging the event as a “once-in-a-generation” tourism platform, with authorities aiming to link football fans to wildlife and cultural attractions. Uganda’s Local Organising Committee has also launched a supplier pre-qualification exercise and a nationwide jersey design competition. However, the tournament faces logistical and governance hurdles. In Kenya, a Sports Disputes Tribunal has temporarily halted the appointment of certain Local Organising Committee members due to transparency and equity concerns. Additionally, veteran journalist Elias Makori resigned from the committee, citing unpaid fees and operational challenges. Regarding future tournaments, CAF has opened bidding for the 2028, 2032, and 2036 editions. The race for 2028 has intensified, with Ethiopia officially submitting its candidacy to compete against Morocco and a joint bid from South Africa and Botswana. Ethiopia seeks its first hosting duties since 1976, leveraging its large population and government support despite challenges regarding stadium infrastructure and regional security. For the 2032 edition, Guinea has expressed interest in a joint hosting proposal with Senegal to pool financial and organizational resources. Additionally, the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—is advancing a joint bid to co-host the 2032 tournament, a collaborative effort intended to “strengthen regional cooperation” through a shared sporting project. As preparations for the 2027 tournament progress, a CAF delegation is currently conducting inspections in Kenya.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: AFCON hosting bids intensify as Ethiopia enters 2028 race

Ethiopia, Morocco, and a South Africa-Botswana partnership are competing to host AFCON 2028, while Kenya undergoes CAF inspections for the 2027 tournament.

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ethiopia-bids-to-host-2028-africa-cup-of-nations

### 2026-08-24: Ethiopia and Guinea launch bids for Africa Cup of Nations

Ethiopia has officially bid to host AFCON 2028, while Guinea has announced bids for 2032/2036 and proposed a joint hosting partnership with Senegal.

31 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinea-proposes-co-hosting-2032-africa-cup-of-nations-with-senegal

### 2026-08-20: Guinea officially bids to host 2032 and 2036 Africa Cup of Nations

Guinea has officially applied to host the 2032 and 2036 Africa Cup of Nations, aiming to rebuild its sporting reputation after losing the 2025 hosting rights due to infrastructure concerns.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinea-officially-bids-to-host-2032-and-2036-africa-cup-of-nations

### 2026-08-17: AES nations advance joint 2032 Africa Cup of Nations bid

Football federations from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are coordinating a joint bid to co-host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations as part of the Alliance of Sahel States.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aes-nations-advance-joint-2032-africa-cup-of-nations-bid

### 2026-07-23: CAF launches commercial rights tender for 2028, 2032 and 2036 Africa Cup of Nations

CAF seeks bids by 24 August for commercial rights to the 2028, 2032 and 2036 Africa Cup of Nations, aiming to boost revenues after the record‑breaking 2025 edition.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caf-launches-commercial-rights-tender-for-2028-2032-and-2036-africa-cup-of-nations

### 2026-07-23: Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso launch joint bid to host AFCON 2032

Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have filed a joint bid to host AFCON 2032, presenting stadium upgrades and security plans despite Sahel insurgency challenges.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mali-niger-and-burkina-faso-launch-joint-bid-to-host-afcon-2032

### 2026-07-23: Uganda's LOC Invites Local Firms as East African Nations Gear Up to Host AFCON 2027

The Commonwealth praised the Kenya‑Uganda‑Tanzania AFCON 2027 partnership, and Uganda’s LOC urges local firms to register for tournament procurement opportunities.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ugandas-loc-invites-local-firms-as-east-african-nations-gear-up-to-host-afcon-2027

### 2026-07-20: Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announce joint AFCON 2032 bid

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have lodged a joint bid to host AFCON 2032; CAF says they’ll be evaluated like any other applicant amid security concerns.

29 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/africas-2026-fifa-world-cup-performance-and-prize-money-overview

### 2026-07-20: AFCON 2027 Confronts Security Request and LOC Governance Dispute

Guinea has asked CAF to move its AFCON 2027 qualifier against South Africa to a neutral venue over security fears, while Kenya's sports tribunal has paused FKF nominees to LOC committees pending a legal dispute

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/afcon-2027-confronts-security-request-and-loc-governance-dispute

### 2026-07-18: Libya submits bid to host Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, 2032 or 2036

Libya’s Football Federation has officially bid to host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, 2032 or 2036, aiming to return the tournament after a 1982 edition. CAF’s new bidding process invites all members to提交提案

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/libya-submits-bid-to-host-africa-cup-of-nations-in-2028-2032-or-2036

### 2026-07-03: CAF opens bids for AFCON 2028, 2032 and 2036

CAF has opened a transparent bidding process for AFCON 2028, 2032 and 2036, with Botswana‑South Africa, Ethiopia and Senegal among potential hosts; Morocco withdrew and 2027 will be co‑hosted by Kenya, Tanzania

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caf-opens-bids-for-afcon-2028-2032-and-2036

### 2026-07-01: CAF releases 2026/27 club competition calendar and launches 2028 AFCON hosting bids

CAF unveiled the 2026/27 Champions League and Confederation Cup schedule and opened the bidding for the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, with Ethiopia, Morocco and a Botswana‑South Africa joint bid as contenders.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caf-releases-202627-club-competition-calendar-and-launches-2028-afcon-hosting-bids

### 2026-06-26: Kenya's Kasarani Stadium overhaul and Tanzania road upgrades ahead of AFCON 2027

Kenya renovates Kasarani Stadium while Tanzania fast‑tracks road works to prepare for AFCON 2027.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kenyas-kasarani-stadium-overhaul-and-tanzania-road-upgrades-ahead-of-afcon-2027

### 2026-06-24: CAF confirms hosts and schedules for 2027 AFCON and 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations

CAF confirmed Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda as hosts for the 2027 AFCON and unveiled a player‑friendly schedule for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, running from July to August.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caf-confirms-hosts-and-schedules-for-2027-afcon-and-2026-womens-africa-cup-of-nations

### 2026-06-18: Uganda unveils Shs50 million jersey design competition as East Africa prepares for 2027 AFCON

Uganda’s MTN and FUFA launch a Shs50 million jersey design contest while CAF and local organisers count down to the 2027 AFCON, the first East African‑hosted tournament since 1976.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uganda-unveils-shs50-million-jersey-design-competition-as-east-africa-prepares-for-2027-afcon

### 2026-06-13: Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania's AFCON 2027 hit setback as media chief resigns

Elias Makori resigns from the AFCON 2027 organising committee over unpaid work and professional concerns, highlighting preparation challenges as Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania ready for the June‑July tournament.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kenya-uganda-and-tanzanias-afcon-2027-hit-setback-as-media-chief-resigns

### 2026-05-24: Uganda seeks $2 billion tourism boost by co‑hosting AFCON 2027

Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania will co‑host AFCON 2027, projected to deliver over $2 billion in economic impact and boost Uganda’s tourism by linking fans to its attractions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uganda-seeks-2-billion-tourism-boost-by-cohosting-afcon-2027

### 2026-05-16: Kenya prepares transport upgrades and apiculture marathon ahead of 2027 events

Kenya readies rail upgrades for AFCON 2027 venues and secures Nyuki Marathon hosting to boost beekeeping.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kenya-prepares-transport-upgrades-and-apiculture-marathon-ahead-of-2027-events

### 2026-05-02: AFCON 2027 to run June 19–July 17 across Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda

AFCON 2027 will be held June 19–July 17, 2027, in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, co-hosted across three nations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/afcon-2027-to-run-june-19july-17-across-kenya-tanzania-and-uganda

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