The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is reportedly considering postponing the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to 2028 amid growing concerns over the preparedness of joint hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
According to a report by The Guardian, CAF’s Executive Committee is expected to deliberate on the proposal during its meeting in Dar es Salaam on Friday. The discussions are understood to centre on infrastructure timelines, stadium renovations and broader logistical readiness across the three East African nations.
Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda were awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 tournament in a landmark joint bid, marking the first time the competition will be staged in the CECAFA region since Ethiopia hosted the finals in 1976. However, with less than two years to the scheduled kick-off, several key venues are still undergoing upgrades, while concerns remain over transport networks, accommodation capacity and training facilities.
Sources indicate that CAF officials are keen to avoid a repeat of previous editions where last-minute changes and venue switches disrupted planning. The continental governing body is said to favour granting the hosts additional time to meet the required standards rather than risk staging a tournament that falls short of expectations.
If approved, the postponement would see the tournament moved to 2028, potentially altering the international football calendar and qualification timelines. CAF has yet to issue an official statement on the matter, but Friday’s meeting in Dar es Salaam is expected to provide greater clarity on the future of the 2027 finals.
A final decision will be communicated following consultations with the host nations and other key stakeholders.