Dr Patrice Motsepe, the 63-year-old South African billionaire, has been re-elected unopposed as president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for a second four-year term. The decision was formalized at an extraordinary general assembly held in Cairo on Wednesday, with FIFA President Gianni Infantino among the attendees.
Motsepe, who first took the helm of African football’s governing body in 2021, announced his intention to seek re-election in October 2024. His path to a second term was paved well before the Cairo gathering, as he emerged as the sole candidate for the presidency. This marks a continuation of his leadership, which began when he succeeded Ahmad Ahmad of Madagascar—CAF’s first president to be banned by FIFA—four years ago.
Under Motsepe’s stewardship, CAF has seen significant financial growth. Last year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) generated a staggering $72 million (£55.5 million) in profit, a figure 18 times larger than the revenue from the 2022 tournament. This financial success has bolstered Motsepe’s standing as he embarks on another term leading the continent’s football authority.