The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially launched a series of inspection visits to Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda as preparations intensify for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027.
A team of CAF technical experts has been dispatched to the three East African nations—collectively known as the PAMOJA countries—to assess readiness ahead of the continent’s flagship football tournament. The inspections began this week and will continue through Tuesday, 17 February, as CAF enforces its strict, world-class delivery standards.
The spotlight is firmly on East Africa, with additional significance attached to the visit of CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe and members of the CAF Executive Committee, who are scheduled to be in Tanzania on Friday, 13 February.
The technical assessments focus on critical tournament requirements, including pitch quality, safety and security measures, and infrastructure readiness at key match venues and training facilities.
CAF says the inspections are part of a broader strategy to elevate standards both on and off the pitch. By implementing consistent, world-class benchmarks in infrastructure, operations and venue management, the governing body aims to strengthen AFCON’s standing as one of the premier football tournaments globally.
Beyond tournament delivery, the initiative supports CAF’s wider objective of building a more sustainable football ecosystem across Africa. Through partnerships with host governments, CAF seeks to enhance facilities, operational capacity and long-term football development.
Uganda programme
Uganda’s inspection schedule includes visits to Entebbe and Kampala, where the Mandela National Stadium and selected training sites will be reviewed. The delegation will also travel to Hoima to assess Hoima City Stadium as part of the country’s hosting plans.
Tanzania programme
The inspection mission began in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, where CAF experts are assessing the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium along with several designated training sites. The team will also travel to Arusha to inspect the Samia Suluhu Stadium.
In Zanzibar, inspections will cover Amaan Stadium and Fumba Stadium, the latter identified by the Tanzania Local Organising Committee (LOC) as a proposed tournament venue.
Kenya programme
In Kenya, the CAF delegation will carry out inspections in Nairobi, focusing on Kasarani Stadium, Nyayo Stadium and Talanta Sports Stadium. Key training facilities—including the Ulinzi Sports Complex and the Kenya Academy of Sports—are also part of the evaluation process.
