Africa Business Radio

AFCON officials announced that Supporters attending matches at next month’s Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon will be required to show proof of vaccination and present a negative Covid-19 test result. A joint statement signed by Cameroon’s ministers for sport and health as well as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) general secretary says despite the additional challenges posed by the pandemic, the Cup of Nations must take place. The opening ceremony for the 24-team competition is due to be held at the Olembe Stadium in Yaounde on January 9 ahead of the first game between hosts Cameroon and Burkina Faso