South African billionaire and football visionary Patrice Motsepe has been re-elected unopposed as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) President, securing a second four-year term. The announcement was made during the CAF Congress in Cairo on Wednesday, reinforcing his leadership at the helm of African football’s governing body.
Motsepe, who first took office in 2021 with strong backing from FIFA President Gianni Infantino, remains committed to transforming African football while continuing as the owner of Mamelodi Sundowns, one of the continent’s powerhouse clubs.
The congress also marked a significant victory for former Cameroon star Samuel Eto’o, who was elected unopposed as the Central African representative on the CAF Executive Committee. His appointment came just days after successfully appealing a prior disqualification by CAF’s governance committee. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruled in his favor, clearing the way for his return to football leadership.
Eto’o, currently serving as the president of the Cameroon Football Federation, has faced his share of controversies, including disciplinary sanctions from both FIFA and CAF in recent years. Despite these challenges, he continues to shape African football both on and off the pitch.
Additionally, five other officials secured unopposed positions on the CAF Executive Committee. Liberia’s Mustapha Ishola Raji retained his seat, ensuring stability in leadership. Bestine Kazadi Ditabala from the Democratic Republic of Congo was elected as the female representative, boosting gender diversity. Meanwhile, Wallace Karia (Tanzania), Kurt Simeon-Okraku (Ghana), and Sadi Walid (Algeria) joined as new members, strengthening CAF’s leadership team.
Motsepe’s continued reign signals a new chapter for African football, with a strong focus on growth, governance, and global competitiveness. With fresh leadership additions, CAF aims to drive the sport forward across the continent.
