ZIFA Explores Victoria Falls Stadium for AFCON 2028 Co-Hosting Bid

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has initiated scouting for land in Victoria Falls to construct a state-of-the-art stadium, a strategic move reinforcing Zimbabwe's bid to co-host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations. This project aims to bolster national infrastructure and international sporting appeal. While the stadium promises significant economic and tourism benefits, securing the necessary funding and managing the complex construction project poses considerable challenges. The ambition to co-host AFCON places pressure on ZIFA and the government to deliver on large-scale infrastructure commitments. The proposed stadium in Victoria Falls, a major tourist hub, is central to attracting investment and elevating Zimbabwe's profile on the continental stage. Zimbabwe launches an ambitious infrastructure push to secure a continental sporting event.