Wallace Karia, President of the Tanzania Football Federation, has been elected to the CAF Executive Committee, making him the third Tanzanian in this role. His election aims to improve CECAFA teams’ competitiveness. CECAFA leaders praised his election as a significant step for the region. The article also highlights developments in Rwanda’s Premier League and coaching appointments in regional national teams.
Wallace Karia, President of the Tanzania Football Federation, has been elected to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Executive Committee, making him the third Tanzanian to hold such a position. His election was unopposed during the CAF General Assembly in Cairo, Egypt. Karia aims to enhance the competitiveness of teams in the CECAFA Zone, allowing them to qualify and excel in major events.
Karia expressed gratitude to the CECAFA members for their support, stating, “I am very happy that I have been elected to serve on the CAF Executive Committee.” He emphasized his commitment to improving team performance in the CECAFA zone. His election follows the tenures of Said El Maamry and Leodegar Tenga on the CAF Executive Committee.
CECAFA members including Hussein Mohammed and Augustino Maduot Parek praised Karia’s election as a positive move for the region. Mohammed highlighted the importance of having Karia represent CECAFA while Parek acknowledged the unity brought by Karia’s leadership. Additionally, Samuel Eto’o Fils was unopposed to represent the UNIFFAC Zone in the Executive Committee.
CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe met with CECAFA members in Cairo, addressing developmental issues in African football. Karia noted the meeting’s success, which revolved around initiatives to foster football growth in Africa. Motsepe reiterated the importance of collaboration among football stakeholders in making African football competitive and self-sustaining.
In the Rwanda Premier League, Rayon Sports maintained their top position after a goalless draw against APR FC. Meanwhile, the Football Kenya Federation has appointed Benni McCarthy as the head coach of the Harambee Stars, aiming to enhance Kenya’s competitiveness in upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Rwanda has appointed Adel Amrouche as the national team’s head coach to lead them in their qualifiers.
In conclusion, Wallace Karia’s election to the CAF Executive Committee marks a significant development for Tanzanian football, reflecting a commitment to competitive growth in the CECAFA Zone. The support from CECAFA members signifies a united vision for enhancing football standards in the region. Furthermore, the leadership transitions in various national teams, such as Kenya and Rwanda, indicate a strategic approach to fostering talent and strengthening football infrastructure in East Africa.
Original Source: cecafaonline.com
