CAF Reverts Africa Cup of Nations to Biennial Format
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a return to a biennial format for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), reversing its earlier decision to hold the tournament every four years. This decision was unanimously approved by the CAF Executive Committee (EXCO) and announced by CAF President Patrice Motsepe after a Strategy Conference held in Cabo Verde from October 7 to 9, 2026.
The EXCO's decision was influenced by the need to protect the interests of African football and its 54 member associations, as well as African players competing internationally. Motsepe expressed concerns about the time required for a proposed Africa Nations League to generate the necessary financial resources for African football development.
The next TotalEnergies CAF AFCON will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda in 2027, with subsequent tournaments scheduled for 2028, 2031, and 2033. CAF has stated that AFCON will not be held in the same year as the FIFA World Cup.
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