CAF Posts Profit and Eyes Increased Prize Money at General Assembly in Kinshasa
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) concluded its 47th Ordinary General Assembly (OGA) yesterday, October 6, 2025, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, marking a significant moment for the continental body as it announced a major return to profitability and detailed plans for reinvestment.
The annual “Parliament of African Football,” chaired by CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe and attended by representatives of all 54 Member Associations, served as the primary decision-making forum to review the past year and set strategic priorities for the future.
Key Points and Decisions Discussed
The central talking points and resolutions from the Kinshasa assembly focused on financial recovery, competition development, and global collaboration.
- Financial Turnaround and Profit Announcement
Net Profit Declared: CAF announced a net profit of $9.48 million for the 2023–2024 financial year, its first positive balance sheet in several years. Total revenue rose to $166.42 million, a milestone President Motsepe hailed as a “turning point for African football’s financial independence.”
Increased Prize Money: The financial recovery will directly benefit teams and clubs. The Assembly approved an increase in prize money across major tournaments, including:
Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Winner: Prize money rose by 40% to $7 million.
CAF Champions League Winner: Prize money climbed by 60% to $4 million.
Interclub Development: Clubs reaching the preliminary rounds of CAF Interclub competitions will, for the first time, receive $100,000 each.
Reinvestment: The profit is earmarked for reinvestment, with $81 million allocated for prize money, $35 million for football development, and $19 million for tournament organization.
- FIFA Support and Global Footprint
FIFA Investment: FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed the assembly, announcing that over $1 billion has been invested in African football since 2016 through the FIFA Forward Programme, with an estimated $1.28 billion in support planned by the end of 2026.
Increased World Cup Slots: Infantino highlighted the expansion of opportunities for African teams, including an unprecedented nine (and possibly ten) teams for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and increased slots for the U-17 World Cups.
Unity Call: The FIFA President stressed the importance of unity among African football leaders for a stronger global voice.
- Competition and Development Review
AFCON 2025 Preparations: Preparations for the TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 in Morocco were discussed, with President Motsepe reaffirming confidence in Morocco as the host nation despite reports of local protests over stadium spending. He stated, “Morocco is plan A, Morocco is plan B and Morocco is plan C.”
Women’s Football: The assembly reviewed the development of the women’s game, including the successful 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), also hosted by Morocco, and the significant boost to prize money for women’s competitions.
General Agenda: Delegates approved the audited financial statements, debated amendments to CAF statutes, and reviewed progress reports on; Infrastructure, Club Licensing, Refereeing, Coaching Education, Commercial and Broadcast Performance.
The Kinshasa OGA has established a positive financial benchmark for CAF, setting the stage for a period of greater investment and competitive growth across all levels of African football.
