Lawrence Bukenya

Hugo Broos has officially concluded his five-year tenure as head coach of the South African national football team, Bafana Bafana, following the expiration of his contract. His departure initiates a crucial search for a new leader ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Pitso Mosimane has officially applied for the vacant Bafana Bafana head coach position, with the South African Football Association expected to announce its decision in early August 2026.

Algeria defeated Kenya 2-0 in their final Group A match, securing their place in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals and ending the Harambee Starlets' tournament hopes.

Uganda's Sand Cranes have secured automatic qualification for the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations 2026, while Tanzania prepares for a crucial two-legged qualifier against Burundi. The two East African nations recently met in the CECAFA Championship.