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Botswana Submits Bid to Host AFCON 2027, Aiming for Development and Growth

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Hadeel Hashem
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Botswana's Bid for AFCON 2027

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Botswana has officially submitted its bid to host the 36th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027, The bid underscores Botswana's unwavering commitment to securing the hosting rights for this prestigious football tournament, showcasing the nation's potential as a capable host.

Solidifying the Bid and Showcasing Botswana's Potential

Following Namibia's withdrawal from the joint bid due to financial limitations, Botswana has stepped up to strengthen its bid. Geoffrey Gare, Head of Secretariat Botswana, emphasized that the bid book encapsulates the story of Botswana, encompassing its rich history, present achievements, and future aspirations. Most importantly, it highlights the country's capacity to successfully organize an event of AFCON's magnitude.

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CAF is set to confirm the list of countries that have successfully submitted their bids after the submission deadline on May 23. Subsequently, inspections will be conducted from June 1 to July 15 to assess the potential host nations. The announcement of the winning bid is scheduled to take place before the end of September 2023, providing the successful host with nearly four years to prepare for this grand continental showcase.

AFCON 2027 as a Catalyst for Development

Tumiso Rakgare, Botswana's Minister of Youth, Gender, Sport, and Culture, expressed in the statement that hosting AFCON 2027 would serve as a significant catalyst for Botswana's development. The preparation for the competition is expected to trigger an infrastructure boom, creating numerous temporary and permanent employment opportunities. As Botswana strives to become a high-income economy by 2036, hosting prestigious competitions like AFCON is deemed a powerful driver of growth.

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