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OFFICIAL: CAF Restores Africa Cup of Nations to Two-Year Cycle, Confirms Next Four Editions
Addis Ababa, October 30, 2026 (FMC) — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unanimously decided to restore the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to its traditional two-year cycle, reversing its previous decision to stage the continent’s flagship football tournament every four years.
The decision was adopted by the CAF Executive Committee…
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Ghanaian President Mahama Says Ethiopia Ready to Host Successful AFCON Tournament
Addis Ababa, October 24, 2026 (FMC) — Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has expressed confidence in Ethiopia’s readiness to host a successful Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), praising the facilities at Bahir Dar Stadium during a visit…
Ethiopian Stars Target Amsterdam Marathon Titles as Defending Champions Brace for Fierce Challenge
Addis Ababa, October 16, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s elite distance runners are set to mount a formidable challenge at the TCS Amsterdam Marathon on Sunday, with a deep contingent in both the men’s and women’s races seeking victory against…
Ethiopia Reaffirms Commitment to Hosting AFCON 2029 as CAF Delegation Begins Five-Day Assessment
Addis Ababa, October 15, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopia has reaffirmed its commitment and preparations to host the 2029 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2029), briefing a visiting Confederation of African Football (CAF) delegation on its readiness and…
CAF Expert Delegation Arrives in Addis Ababa to Assess Ethiopia’s AFCON Hosting Bid
Addis Ababa, October 15, 2026 (FMC) — A high-level expert delegation from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has arrived here in Addis Ababa to assess Ethiopia’s bid and preparations to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).…
Ethiopia’s Hawi Feysa Defends Chicago Marathon Title with Personal Best
Addis Ababa, October 11, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopian long-distance runner Hawi Feysa has successfully defended her women’s title at the 2026 Chicago Marathon, delivering a personal-best performance of 2:13:33 to secure back-to-back victories in…
Berlin Marathon Champion Tigst Assefa Among Nominees for World Athlete of the Year Award
Addis Ababa, October 6, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopian marathon star and Berlin Marathon champion Tigst Assefa has been named among the nominees for the 2026 Women’s World Athlete of the Year award by World Athletics.
Assefa is one of 10…