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AFCON 2027: East Africa's First

The Africa Cup of Nations kicks off around 19 June, co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania — a first for the region.

From Jun 19, 2027  ·  Sports

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off around 19 June, co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania — a first for the East African region and a major moment for football on the continent.

With three host nations sharing the tournament, AFCON 2027 is set to be one of the most logistically ambitious — and atmospheric — editions yet.

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