THE AFRICA TIMES | EGYPT — Dr. Patrice Motsepe has secured a second term as the Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) President. He was re-elected unopposed. The announcement occurred during the 14th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly in Cairo on Wednesday. His leadership is confirmed until 2029. Motsepe’s Unopposed Re-election No challengers emerged before the November 2024 deadline. Motsepe’s re-election was therefore a formality. It had strong backing from association presidents and stakeholders. Achievements in the First Term Sources credit him with restoring CAF’s financial stability. He also expanded its global influence. The TotalEnergies AFCON 2023 set a record. It drew 1.4 billion viewers worldwide. Financial Growth and Investment Prize money for major CAF competitions has risen considerably. This includes the Champions League and Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Financial aid to associations has been strengthened. These actions are fostering investment in infrastructure. They also support football development across Africa. Future Priorities Motsepe, 63, reaffirmed his dedication to African football. His focus will be on increasing competitiveness. This includes securing financial sustainability and investing in infrastructure.
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