New allegations of corruption have emerged against the Confederation of African Football (CAF), already under scrutiny following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and an ongoing case at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) involving Morocco and Senegal. According to reports from Sport News Africa, approximately $27,000 was allegedly transferred to a CAF official.
The details of the transfer and the specific individuals involved remain unverified, but the report suggests the funds were intended to influence decisions within the organization. CAF has not yet issued an official statement regarding the allegations.
This latest scandal adds to the challenges facing CAF, which has been dealing with legal disputes and governance issues. The CAS case between Morocco and Senegal stems from a dispute over the 2025 AFCON, though the exact nature of the case is still under review.
As of April 29, 2026, no formal charges have been filed, and investigations are reportedly ongoing. Sport News Africa has not provided additional evidence beyond the initial report.
