Zimbabwe, SA, Botswana launch joint AFCON 2028 bid

South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe formally submitted a joint bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations. Cosafa and Botswana Football Association president Tariq Babitseng confirmed the three nations joined forces to secure hosting rights for the tournament. The bid represents a coordinated effort to bring the continental football showcase back to Southern Africa. The submission follows regional collaboration through the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations. The three-nation partnership distributes hosting infrastructure requirements across multiple countries. The bid now enters the evaluation process against competing submissions from other African regions.