The Confederation of African Football will convene its Executive Committee meeting on Monday (today) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The meeting, chaired by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe, will kick off at 10:30 local time (07:30 GMT) and is set to pave the way for the 46th CAF Ordinary General Assembly, scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2024.
The meeting will start with an Exco meeting as stated by the CAF President who said that “This is a critical time for African football, and we are thrilled to be in Addis Ababa to discuss the future of our sport,” Motsepe shared in a recent statement. “The EXCO meeting will set the agenda for tomorrow’s General Assembly, where key decisions that will shape the next phase of African football will be made.”
The Executive Committee meeting marks the start of a busy week in Addis Ababa, as the Ethiopian capital prepares to host delegates from CAF’s member associations, zonal unions, and prominent football figures from across the continent.
The series of events will culminate in the General Assembly, an annual gathering of African football’s top decision-makers.
Ethiopia will be hosting the CAF General Assembly for the second time, following the success of the 2017 edition at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel.
Ahead of the General Assembly, the CAF President has been attending the zonal union meetings, which began yesterday.
The six zonal unions—WAFU A, WAFU B, COSAFA, UNIFFAC, UNAF, and CECAFA—are holding strategic discussions on the state of football within their regions, ensuring that all are actively involved in the pre-congress deliberations.
The CECAFA meeting, which takes place today (Monday), holds particular significance as Ethiopia is a key member of this regional body. All others took place on Sunday with the outcome yet to be made public.
In addition to the high-stakes meetings, the week will also feature a more festive side of football, with a friendly match scheduled at Addis Ababa Stadium later today.
The match, involving CAF and FIFA officials, as well as legendary African footballers, promises to bring a sense of camaraderie to the otherwise formal proceedings.
As Addis Ababa readies itself for an influx of visitors, the city’s rich cultural heritage and vibrant sports scene are on full display.
With pivotal discussions about the future of African football on the horizon, the stage is set for what promises to be a landmark event in the Ethiopian’s capital.
