Ethiopia has launched a nationwide inspection of football stadiums as part of its bid to host the 2029 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF), in collaboration with the government and consulting firm Line 90 Football Business, assessed five stadiums across three cities: Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, and Jimma. These include the under-construction Adey Abeba and Akaki Kality stadiums, the renovated Addis Ababa Stadium, and existing venues in Dire Dawa and Jimma.
The inspections evaluated both sporting and non-sporting infrastructure to ensure compliance with CAF standards. While some stadiums like Bahir Dar are undergoing major renovations, others in Mekele and Hawassa were not included in this round. Ethiopia, which last hosted AFCON in 1976, officially announced its 2029 bid in October 2024 and hopes to return to the continental stage after decades without hosting a major tournament.
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