CAF President Motsepe set for Nairobi visit to address Africa Forward Summit
By Joel Masibo, May 10, 2026The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, is expected in Nairobi, Kenya, where he will participate in the Africa Forward Summit scheduled for Monday, May 11 to Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
During the summit, Motsepe will deliver a keynote address on Monday afternoon, May 11, 2026, contributing to discussions centered on Africa’s growth, innovation, and collaboration across key sectors.
Kenya is among the three host nations (Tanzania and Uganda) for the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027, which will take place in June and July 2027 and is regarded as the continent’s premier football competition.
While in Nairobi, the CAF President is also expected to engage in strategic talks with senior government and football officials from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The discussions will focus on preparations and coordination for the successful staging of AFCON 2027 across the East African region.
AFCON preparations
Meanwhile, his visit to Nairobi comes shortly after Kenya’s match venues and training facilities that will be used during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have been unveiled.
According to the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, the under-construction Talanta Sports City will serve as Kenya’s primary venue for the tournament. The ultra-modern stadium is expected to have a seating capacity of 60,000, making it the biggest football arena in the country once completed.
The under-renovation Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, has also been confirmed as one of the main venues for the competition. The stadium, which has hosted several major international sporting events in the past, boasts a capacity of 48,000 spectators and remains a key facility in Kenya’s sports infrastructure.
Nyayo National Stadium has been listed as the alternative venue for the tournament. The iconic stadium in Nairobi has undergone renovations in recent years and is expected to play a significant supporting role during AFCON 2027.
Several training grounds that teams will use during the tournament preparations and competition period have been confirmed. The identified facilities include Ulinzi Sports Complex, Police Sacco grounds, Moi International Sports Centre Annex 1 and Annex 2, Kenya Academy of Sports Ground One and Ground Two, Utalii College Grounds, Talanta Sports City Stadium 1, and Kirigiti Stadium.
The Africa Forward Summit brings together leaders and stakeholders from across the continent with the aim of showcasing Africa’s innovative potential. It also seeks to strengthen cooperation among nations in developing shared solutions through partnership and multilateral engagement.