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How joint Afcon 2027 could help boost integration

Harambee Stars players during a training session at Utalii Grounds on March 19, 2024. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

The acceptance of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania "Pamoja bid" to host the African Cup of Nations (Afcon) was received with great jubilations in East Africa.

For the first time, the region will host the continent's most prestigious tournament. By hosting the tournament, the East African Community (EAC) vision of deeper integration can be realised. The EAC envisioned a united region working together for the good of its member states.

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