Ethiopia Shoots for 2028 Afcon
Ethiopia officially submitted its bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, with backing from the federal government led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. The bid aims to restore Ethiopia’s presence on the continental football stage and to organize the tournament for the first time in over half a century, emphasizing readiness to host one of Africa’s largest sporting events. Ethiopia faces security challenges in the Amhara and Oromia regions, especially concerns over renewed conflict with the Tigray region. However, the capital Addis Ababa, which hosts the African Union headquarters, is considered one of the main strengths of the bid. The tournament format will change to be held every four years starting from 2028, instead of every two years, with other countries such as Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso also competing to host the event.
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