Patrice Motsepe has been re-elected unopposed as CAF President for a second term, securing another four-year tenure. Former Cameroon football star Samuel Eto’o also joined CAF’s executive committee after his ban was overturned. Their leadership aims to enhance African football governance, financial stability, and continental competitions.
Patrice Motsepe has secured a second term as the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after running unopposed in the recent election held in Cairo. His re-election was confirmed during CAF’s extraordinary general assembly, attended by FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
Motsepe, who first assumed office in 2021, has been credited with strengthening the financial and administrative structure of African football. His tenure has seen efforts to improve transparency and governance within CAF, an organization that faced several challenges before his leadership.
In a significant development, former Cameroon football icon Samuel Eto’o was elected to the CAF executive committee. The 44-year-old was the only candidate from the Central Africa region and became eligible after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) overturned a previous ban imposed on him by the CAF.
Eto’o’s election comes after a series of controversies, including a suspension due to his association with a betting company. Despite past issues, he now joins CAF’s top decision-making body, further solidifying his influence in African football governance.
Meanwhile, CAF continues to focus on improving the continent’s football administration and competitions, with Motsepe’s leadership expected to drive further reforms. His re-election signals continuity in CAF’s strategic vision, while Eto’o’s presence on the executive committee adds a high-profile figure with extensive experience in the game.
With Motsepe and Eto’o at the helm, CAF aims to enhance the development of football across Africa while addressing governance challenges that have plagued the organization in the past.
