CAF President Patrice Motsepe Announces 33% Increase in Funding for African Member Associations

Prince Eshun

Oct 14, 2026 at 06:59 PM Updated: Oct 14, 2026 at 06:59 PM

CAF lifts annual funding for its 54 member associations to up to $700,000, a 250% rise since 2021.

CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe announced a 33% increase in the annual subventions provided to the confederation’s 54 member associations, alongside a 20% rise for its zonal unions.

Funding amounts

Under the new structure each member association will receive up to US$700,000 per year, up from US$525,000. The amount has risen from US$400,000 after a previous increase and from US$200,000 in 2021, representing a 250% increase since that year. CAF zonal unions will now obtain US$900,000 annually, up from US$750,000.

The additional resources are intended to support development programmes, youth and women’s football, improve administration and governance, and create sustainable opportunities for players, coaches, referees and other stakeholders.

CAF’s executive committee highlighted the move as part of President Motsepe’s commitment to make football across Africa world‑class and self‑sustaining.