# Botswana AFCON 2028 hosting bid withdrawal

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/botswana-afcon-2028-hosting-bid-withdrawal
> Updated: 2026-10-12T13:09:27.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Botswana has withdrawn from its joint bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside South Africa and Zimbabwe. The government declined to provide the financial guarantees required by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) by the September 14 deadline, citing a lack of available funds and stating that hosting the tournament is not a current priority.

While the Botswana Football Association (BFA) attempted to argue that such guarantees were not required at that stage, the government’s decision effectively ended the three-nation proposal. South Africa and Zimbabwe will continue their joint candidacy for the tournament.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Botswana prepares to host major international sporting events

Botswana is preparing for major upcoming sporting events, including the 2027 TAFISA World Congress in Gaborone and the 2028 African Senior Athletics Championships.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/botswana-prepares-to-host-major-international-sporting-events

### 2026-09-26: Botswana withdraws from joint 2028 AFCON hosting bid

Botswana has withdrawn from a joint bid with South Africa and Zimbabwe to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, citing a lack of funds and low government priority.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/botswana-withdraws-from-joint-2028-afcon-hosting-bid

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