CAF President Patrice Motsepe to address African football future in Johannesburg on Wednesday

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Dr Patrice Motsepe is set to hold a major press conference in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Wednesday, July 22, where he will address key issues concerning the development and future direction of African football.

The CAF leader will meet members of the media at 12:00 local time in Johannesburg (10:00 GMT) as he provides updates on a number of matters involving the continental football governing body.

A major focus of the press conference is expected to be Africa’s performance at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup 2026, where African teams made history with a record number of representatives at the global tournament.

Dr Motsepe is expected to reflect on the progress made by African nations on the world stage, while also discussing areas that require improvement as CAF continues its ambition of helping an African team win the FIFA World Cup in the future.

The CAF President is also expected to provide updates on several ongoing developments within African football, including competitions, football administration and initiatives aimed at strengthening the game across the continent.

The press conference comes at a crucial time for CAF as the organisation continues to assess the growth of its flagship competitions and explore ways to increase the competitiveness of African clubs and national teams globally.

With several important matters expected to be discussed, Wednesday’s media engagement will offer insight into CAF’s plans and priorities under Dr Motsepe’s leadership as African football enters a new phase of development.