Morocco Officially Hands East Africa The AFCON Flag
East Africa’s joint bid to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) was officially finalized on Sunday night.
The CAF President Patrice Motsepe handed over the tournament flag to Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania under the Pamoja AFCON 2027 banner.
The symbolic transfer marks the official start of preparations for the first AFCON to be held jointly by three East African countries, a moment regarded by football leaders as momentous for the region and continent.
Hussein Mohammed, President of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), stated that the occasion marked a new chapter in East African football as well as a significant duty for the host nations.
Tonight marks a proud moment for our region as Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania officially receive the flag to host AFCON 2027. East Africa is ready, and Kenya is looking forward to playing its part in delivering a tournament that will leave a lasting mark on African football.
— Hussein Mohammed (@husseinmoha) January 18, 2026
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“Tonight marks a proud moment for our region as Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania officially receive the flag to host AFCON 2027,” Hussein said.
“East Africa is ready, and Kenya is looking forward to playing its part in delivering a tournament that will leave a lasting mark on African football.”
Hussein cited the region’s recent staging of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) as evidence of its rising ability to stage big continental competitions.
“After setting new standards with the most successful CHAN in history, we are determined to raise the bar even higher in 2027,” he said. “The journey begins now.”
A powerful moment in motion 📷
— AFCON Pamoja Uganda (@afconpamoja) January 19, 2026
The CAF flag handover to the Pamoja delegation marks a new chapter.
Excitement is in the air, are you READY? #PamojaEA2027 pic.twitter.com/WQxbfNMz5H
While handing over the AFCON flag, CAF President Patrice Motsepe asked the three countries to host a tournament that embodies Africa’s ambition, unity, and worldwide football stature.
“Over to you, East Africa – we must not let Africa down,” Motsepe said.
The Pamoja AFCON 2027 tournament is expected to strengthen regional cooperation and accelerate infrastructure development.
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This will also help draw global focus on East Africa’s football potential, as Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania prepare for one of Africa’s largest athletic events.
Over the weekend, Ivorian writer Mamadou Gaye provoked uproar by doubting East Africa’s readiness to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), provoking a strong response from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
The controversy unfolded during a pre-AFCON 2025 final press conference addressed by the CAF president, where Gaye openly cast doubt on the capacity of Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania to successfully stage the tournament.
Gaye argued that the region lacks adequate infrastructure, particularly road networks, and suggested that the competition should potentially be moved elsewhere.
Morocco Officially Hands East Africa The AFCON 2027 Flag
