Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe firmly denied corruption allegations levelled against the continental football governing body by Senegalese authorities during a visit to Rabat, Morocco, on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Motsepe had previously made a brief stop in Senegal before travelling to the Moroccan capital.
The Senegalese government had raised concerns and accusations of corruption targeting CAF, creating significant tension between the West African nation and African football's governing body. Motsepe rejected these allegations as unfounded, defending the integrity of the organisation he has led since 2021.
The CAF president's visit to Morocco came amid broader discussions about African football governance and the continent's preparations for major upcoming tournaments. Morocco is set to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, making it a key partner in African football development.
The dispute between Senegal and CAF highlights ongoing tensions around transparency and governance within African football institutions. No independent body had confirmed the corruption allegations at the time of Motsepe's denial, and CAF has not announced any formal investigation in response to Senegal's claims.
