CAF PAMOJA nations agree on oversight committee for AFCON 2027

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) President, Patrice Motsepe, and government and football leaders from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda have agreed to establish the PAMOJA Oversight Committee for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

The decision follows a high-level meeting in Nairobi on Wednesday as part of efforts to accelerate preparations for the first-ever tri-nation tournament.

Present were ministers and federation presidents, including Kenya’s Salim Mvurya, Tanzania’s Paul Makonda, Uganda’s Peter Ogwang, Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Mohammed Hussein, Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) president Wallace Karia, Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) president Moses Magogo, and CAF acting general secretary Samson Adamu.

They signed a joint resolution establishing the PAMOJA Oversight Committee with immediate effect, giving it the mandate to provide strategic direction, coordination, and oversight of preparations across the three host nations.

Under the roadmap, key milestones due by August 2026 include acceleration of stadium and infrastructure development, confirmation of host venues and operational plans, cross-border visa and immigration coordination, safety and security readiness, and delivery of core tournament infrastructure and services.

According to the leaders, the establishment of the PAMOJA Oversight Committee marks a significant milestone in strengthening collaboration between the three host nations as they prepare to deliver a successful continental tournament that reflects unity, efficiency, and excellence in African football development.

Weeks ahead of the next planning phase, officials expressed confidence that coordinated governance will ensure the timely delivery of stadium upgrades, transport arrangements, and match-day operations.

They also highlighted the importance of shared accountability, transparent reporting structures and sustained political support from all participating governments.

CAF reiterated its commitment to providing technical guidance and monitoring progress to ensure compliance with international tournament standards and best practices.

With preparations now entering a more intensive phase, the three governments are expected to finalize key operational decisions in the coming months while maintaining close coordination with CAF and national football associations.

Preparations will continue across all sectors to ensure readiness for Africa’s premier football tournament in 2027.