Kinshasa to host 47th CAF Ordinary General Assembly on 6 October, 2025
The Confédération Africaine de Football's ('CAF') 47th Ordinary General Assembly will be held in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday, 6 October, 2025.
The Ordinary General Assembly will bring together leading figures in African football, including the presidents of CAF's 54 Member Associations, representatives from the six Zonal Unions, and senior football officials from across the continent.
CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe will chair the 47th Ordinary General Assembly.
Further details, including the agenda and media accreditation information, will be announced in due course.
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