Addis Ababa, October 20, 2024 (FBC) – President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Tlhopane Motsepe, has arrived in Addis Ababa to participate in the 46th Ordinary Assembly of CAF.
Upon his arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Motsepe was welcomed by Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedion Timothewos, Minister of Culture and Sports, Shewit Shanka, along with other senior government officials.
As Ethiopia gets ready to host the 46th CAF Ordinary General Assembly in Addis Ababa on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, it is welcoming delegates from all over Africa and beyond.
This year’s assembly marks Ethiopia’s second opportunity to host the CAF Congress, having previously done so in 2017.
With the event set to bring together officials from CAF Member Associations, zonal unions, and global football figures, Ethiopia’s preparations reflect its readiness to be at the centre of African football discussions.
Ethiopia’s preparations demonstrate its willingness to be at the forefront of discussion about African football, as the event is expected to bring together representatives from CAF Member Associations, zonal unions, and prominent international football leaders.
Ethiopia, known for its rich cultural heritage and love for sports, has always been a key player in the development of football on the continent.
The nation has a proud history of hosting significant sporting events and visitors to the capital, Addis Ababa, can expect to experience warm hospitality, historical landmarks, and a city that is a melting pot of African unity.