Ethiopia, which is the founder of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), is strongly desirous to host the 2029 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ethiopia has strong desire to host the 2029 continental soccer tournament.
Ethiopia is one of the founding nations of African football and remains committed to the development of the sport. Ethiopia is dedicated to fostering growth in the sector and working to ensure the sport continues to thrive on a solid foundation. The country is investing on expanding sport facilities and infrastructure, including building FIFA standard stadiums.
Ethiopia proudly stands as a symbol of African unity, which is why I am asking for the 37th Africa Cup of Nations to be held in Ethiopia in 2029.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) speaking to CAF delegation in Addis Ababa
– I appreciate Ethiopia’s proposal to host AFCON 2029: CAF President
I appreciate the government and people of Ethiopia for the warm and companionate hospitality to the CAF guests during the 46th ordinary assembly organized in Addis Ababa.
Ethiopia has a proud football history. It is a great honor hosting the 46th CAF Ordinary General Assembly in Addis Ababa, one of the most beautiful countries and cities- in the world.
We are very excited about the intention of Ethiopia to submit proposal to host the AFCON 2029. The future of Ethiopian football looks bright. I wish all the best for Ethiopia’s bid to host AFCON 2029. The government and Football Federation of Ethiopia should work closely to make timely decisions regarding Ethiopia’s proposal submission.
Patrice Tlhopane Motsepe, Confederation of African Football (CAF) president
– I request CAF to endorse Ethiopia’s bid to AFCON 2029: President Taye
Ethiopia is the second most populous nation in Africa with 70 percent of its population under the age of 30 years. In addition, Ethiopia gives special focus for the development of sport making it a significant part of national plan for harnessing its demographic dividend.
Ethiopia is massively investing for the development of sport infrastructure. We are investing heavily in sports education and in construction of infrastructure, including new stadiums and renovation of the existing ones.
Carrying out preparatory activities at home, Ethiopia has submitted its application to host the 2029 AFCON tournament. Hence, I request the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to endorse Ethiopia’s submission of a bid to host the 2029 Africa Cup of Nations tournament.
Taye Atske Selassie, FDRE President told CAF 46th Ordinary General Assembly held in Addis Ababa this week.
Africa should promote homegrown ideas to address African challenges: Premier
Peace and security are fundamental for Africa’s development and prosperity. While our continent made significant progress towards achieving peace, ongoing conflicts continue to challenge the continent’s stability.
To address these challenges, Africa should draw lessons from Africa’s rich heritages of dialogue. We must place homegrown ideas and initiatives at the forefront for the well-being of our people. It is vital that African Solution continue to make precedence in addressing African challenges guided by the wisdom of our forefathers.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said while inaugurating the renovated Africa Hall on Monday
– Global institutions need urgent reform: UN Secretary General
The existing global institutions, like United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and global financial institutions need urgent reform as they are unable to respond to the aspirations and rights of the developing world, mainly Africa.
Our global institutions were built at a time when most of Africa was under colonial rule. But, many of these global institutions are stuck in those times. Africa still has no permanent seat at the UNSC. Let’s hope it will be corrected soon.
Similarly, international financial institutions often cannot provide African countries with the response they need where it is protection from struggling debt and from climate catastrophe they did not cause. We can only move forward if we renew and update global institutions by making them more effective, fair and inclusive
António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General said while inaugurating Africa Hall in Addis Ababa on Monday
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD SATURDAY 26 OCTOBER 2024
