AFCON 2027 Preparations: East African 'Pamoja Bid' Stadia Enter Final Infrastructure Testing Across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania
CAF inspection delegates commend high-speed rail links and modern 60,000-seater sustainable arena designs.
Executive Brief & Key Points
- •First-ever three-nation tri-host format in Africa Cup of Nations history.
- •Unified EAC fan visa approved for match ticket holders across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
- •Six world-class stadiums equipped with zero-emission solar rooftops and FIFA-standard VAR.
NAIROBI / DAR ES SALAAM / KAMPALA — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) technical committee concluded its comprehensive 10-day evaluation tour across the joint East Africa 'Pamoja' host cities.
From the newly modernized Kasarani and Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, to the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam and Mandela National Stadium in Namboole, inspectors praised the integration of solar power canopies, smart ticketing, and dedicated express fan transport corridors.
East African Community (EAC) heads of state have also confirmed a visa-free regional fan pass for the entire tournament duration, allowing tens of thousands of continental football lovers to travel smoothly across borders.
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