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CAF President Expresses Excitement over Ethiopia’s Proposal to Host AFCON 2029
Addis Ababa, October 22, 2024 (FBC) - The Confederation of African Football (CAF) president, Patrice Tlhopane Motsepe, expressed excitement about Ethiopia's plan to submit a proposal to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2029 (AFCON 2029).
Briefing media today, the president expressed appreciation for the government and people of Ethiopia…
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President Taye calls on CAF to endorse Ethiopia’s bid to host AFCON 2029
Addis Ababa, October 22, 2024 (FBC) – The FDRE President Taye Atske-Selassie has asked the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to endorse Ethiopia’s bid to host the 2029 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2029) tournament.
The Ethiopian…
Hosting CAF Assembly will spark a football revival across Ethiopia – Deputy PM
Addis Ababa, October 22, 2024 (FBC) – The hosting of the 46th CAF Ordinary General Assembly in Ethiopia is expected to serve as a catalyst to revive and uplift the country’s football, according to Temesgen.
The 46th CAF Ordinary General…
CAF’s 46th General Assembly kicks off in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, October 22, 2024 (FBC) - The 46th General Assembly of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) commenced today at the Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa.
Attendees include CAF President Patrice Motsepe, members of the CAF…
Premier emphasizes Ethiopia’s potential to host AFCON 2029
Addis Ababa, October 21, 2024 (FBC) - Ethiopia has the potential to host the 2029 Africa Cup of Nations tournament, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said this evening.
The Prime Minister hosted a dinner for CAF, FIFA Presidents and CAF…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrives in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, October 21, 2024 (FBC) - Giovanni Vincenzo Infantino, President of FIFA, landed in Addis Ababa this evening to participate in the 46th Ordinary General Assembly of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Upon his…
Ethiopia’s Waganesh Mekasha sets Canadian soil record at TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon
Addis Ababa, October 21, 2024 (FBC) – A year after winning her first marathon on Canadian soil in Ottawa, Ethiopia’s Waganesh Mekasha has done it again—this time in Toronto. Mekasha set a new course and Canadian soil record at the 2024 TCS…