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… Guinea’s football federation has formally written to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), requesting that their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against South Africa be moved to a neutral venue. …
Xenophobic attacks put South Africa under siegeWeekend Post
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has decisively rejected a proposal to expand the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from its current 24-team format to 28 teams, ensuring the continent’s premier football tournament remains unchanged in size for the foreseeable future. …
CAF rejects AFCON expansionWeekend Post
… These reforms come as Botswana’s football ambitions grow, including a potential joint bid to host the Africa Cup of Nations alongside South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. …
Inside BFA’s bold blueprint for football reformTwo Ghanaian nationals have petitioned the International Criminal Court to investigate xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa, alleging systematic and widespread violence that may amount to crimes against humanity. The African Union Commission chairperson has offered critique of South Africa's handling of the crisis.
27 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
Two Ghanaian nationals have petitioned the International Criminal Court to investigate xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa, alleging systematic and widespread violence that may amount to crimes against humanity. The African Union Commission chairperson has offered critique of South Africa's handling of the crisis.
27 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Confederation of African Football has rejected a proposal by CAF President Patrice Motsepe to expand the Africa Cup of Nations from 24 to 28 teams, citing lack of internal consultation and concerns about logistical, financial, and competitive implications. The decision maintains the current 24-team format in place since 2017.
7 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana Football Association, led by newly elected COSAFA president Tariq Babitseng, is implementing the BFA Impact Programme, a comprehensive initiative to overhaul governance, funding, and development of football across the nation. The programme introduces a tiered classification system for Regional Football Associations, categorizing them as Tier 1 (high capacity), Tier 2 (emerging), or Tier 3 (development), with tailored development responsibilities for each tier.
23 June 2026 · Weekend Post →