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Zanzibar to host this year’s Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup
Confederation of African Football (Caf) General Secretary, Véron Mosengo-Omba addresses delegates during The Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (Cecafa) General Assembly at the Pride Inn Hotel In Mombasa on February 23, 2024.
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What you need to know:
- The council said the decision to award Zanzibar the hosting rights comes was because of strategic considerations aimed at revitalising the tournament's appeal and enhancing its marketing reach
- Jira highlighted the importance of bringing back the prestigious Senior Challenge Cup that was last held in 2019
- He announced the appointment of six committee members tasked with implementing changes to enhance Cecafa tournaments
The Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (Cecafa) General Assembly in Mombasa, Friday picked Zanzibar to host the 2024 Senior Challenge Cup.
The announcement was made by Isayas Jira, the Cecafa Vice President and Chairman of the Competitions Committee.
