Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has expressed confidence that Morocco will successfully host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations despite the recent ongoing anti-government protests across the country.

The North African nation is set to host the competition from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, with 24 nations set to compete in the continental championship.

However, concerns have been raised about the Moroccan authorities’ handling of protests against the government regarding what many believe are misplaced priorities, as the country appears to focus more on building stadiums for the 2030 FIFA World Cup in collaboration with Portugal and Spain.

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Speaking during the CAF Congress held in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday, CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe addressed the situation and reiterated the body’s unwavering support for Morocco.

“We (CAF) are absolutely confident the AFCON will go ahead as planned.

“Morocco is plan A, Morocco is plan B and Morocco is plan C.

“CAF will co-operate and work with the government and all the citizens of Morocco to host the most successful AFCON in history.”