The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has published a modified call for commercial rights for the 2028, 2031, and 2033 Africa Cup of Nations. This decision follows the unanimous choice by the CAF Committee to restore the biennial periodicity of the tournament. The call for commercial rights was initially launched on July 23, 2026. The CAF Committee made the decision on October 29, 2026.
The modified call for commercial rights concerns the next three editions of the Africa Cup of Nations, after the 2027 tournament. These editions are scheduled for 2028, 2031, and 2033. The procedure covers the final phase and the qualifiers for each edition. The Africa Cup of Nations is one of the fastest-growing football competitions globally.
According to the CAF, the 2025 edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, to be held in Morocco, generated over 3.2 billion television contacts and 6 billion views on digital platforms. This makes it a highly sought-after event for commercial partners. The CAF is seeking to designate its commercial partners for the next three editions of the tournament.
The deadline for submitting offers for the commercial rights has been set for Monday, November 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time in Cairo. Interested parties are expected to submit their bids before this deadline. The CAF will then review and select its commercial partners for the 2028, 2031, and 2033 Africa Cup of Nations.
The Africa Cup of Nations is the most significant sporting event in Africa. The tournament has experienced rapid growth in recent years, making it an attractive platform for commercial partners. The CAF is keen to secure new commercial partnerships to support the continued growth and development of the tournament.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is the governing body for football in Africa. The organization is responsible for promoting and developing football on the continent. The Africa Cup of Nations is one of the CAF's flagship events, and it plays a critical role in promoting football in Africa.
The modified call for commercial rights is a significant development for the Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament's growth and popularity make it an attractive opportunity for commercial partners. The CAF's decision to restore the biennial periodicity of the tournament is expected to further boost its appeal and attract new commercial partners.
Key points
- The CAF has set a deadline of November 16, 2026, for submitting offers for the commercial rights to the 2028, 2031, and 2033 Africa Cup of Nations.
- The 2025 edition of the Africa Cup of Nations generated over 3.2 billion television contacts and 6 billion views on digital platforms.
- The CAF Committee decided to restore the biennial periodicity of the Africa Cup of Nations on October 29, 2026.
