The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant funding increase for its 54 member associations, raising the annual grant to a maximum of $700,000, up from $525,000. This adjustment marks a 33% rise in funding, reflecting CAF’s commitment to enhancing football development across the continent.
If all associations access the maximum funding, CAF’s total annual disbursement could reach $37.8 million, compared to the previous total of $28.35 million. This increase is part of CAF’s broader initiative to bolster football infrastructure, foster opportunities for young players, and empower national associations to implement sustainable programs.
In addition to the increased funding for member associations, CAF is also boosting support for its zonal unions by 20%, increasing their grants from $750,000 to $900,000. This funding aims to facilitate football development and competitions throughout Africa.
The African Clubs Association will see a 25% rise in their funding, bringing their allocation to $500,000. This increase is designed to help clubs manage travel expenses and other costs related to competing internationally.
The overall rise in funding represents a sustained effort by CAF to increase financial support since 2021, when each member association received $200,000. That figure was later doubled to $400,000, then increased to $525,000, and now reaches $700,000. This latest adjustment constitutes a 250% increase from the funding levels of two years ago.
CAF emphasized that the additional funds are intended to help member associations enhance their football development programs, invest in youth and women’s football, improve administrative capabilities, and create opportunities for players, coaches, referees, and other stakeholders in the sport.
