In recognition of their unwavering support for African football, CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe presented the prestigious 2024 CAF President’s Outstanding Achievement Award to Cameroon’s President Paul Biya and Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.

The ceremony, held on Monday, December 16, 2024, celebrated the vital role both leaders have played in fostering partnerships between their governments, football associations, and CAF Member Associations to promote the growth of the sport across the continent.

“This award acknowledges the critical collaboration between national governments and football leadership, which is essential for the development of African football,” said Dr. Motsepe.

Egyptian Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, accepted the award on behalf of President El-Sisi, reaffirming Egypt’s commitment to advancing football at all levels.

This accolade continues a tradition of honouring African leaders who have championed football’s transformative power. In 2022, the award was bestowed upon Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and Morocco’s King Mohammed VI for their efforts to elevate African football on the global stage.

The contributions of Presidents Biya and El-Sisi underline the importance of strategic partnerships in making African football competitive and sustainable, ensuring its growth for future generations.