South African businessman Dr. Patrice Motsepe has been re-elected unopposed as President of the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) for a second four-year term.His second term was confirmed during the 14th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly, held in Cairo on Wednesday, extending his leadership of the organisation until 2029.Motsepe’s re-election comes after a first term, that was widely praised for stabilizing CAF’s finances and boosting its global profile.##NAJAVA_MECA_8773619##Under his leadership, the organization set several new records at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Cote d’Ivoire 2023, attracting a record 1.4 billion viewers worldwide.Prizemoney for major tournaments, including the CAF Champions League and CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, has also increased significantly, alongside enhanced financial support for Member Associations.The 63-year-old faced no opposition after the nomination deadline passed in November 2024.CAF President Motsepe sends urgent message to Benni McCarthy after Harambee Stars appointment [VIDEO]Back then, during an inspection tour in Nairobi, the former Mamelodi Sundowns chairman opted to remain tight-lipped on whether he would offer himself for a second term.He instead revealed that several member associations had requested him to offer leadership to the body for another term.Speaking after his new term was confirmed, Motsepe said his he was determined to ensure more cash inflow at CAF and taking the organization to the next level.“The goal remains making African football globally competitive, stabilizing finances, and investing in infrastructure,” he said.##NAJAVA_MECA_46070##Motsepe’s unopposed re-election reflects both confidence in his leadership and the desire to see him elevate African football to new heights.Motsepe came into office in 2021, succeeding Madagascar’s Ahmad Ahmad.
