The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Organizing Committee for the Africa Cup of Nations (COCAN) have launched the countdown to the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 23. The event major African football will begin on January 13, 2024 in Côte d’Ivoire.
The launch campaign was centered around the +225 dialing code for Côte d’Ivoire and sparked enthusiasm among football fans across the continent and in the diaspora. Through a globally synchronized digital takeover, COCAN and CAF have symbolically launched the 225-day countdown to prepare Africans and the world for this highly anticipated sporting event.
The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 23 will be a celebration of excellence in African football and showcase the talent, passion and competitive spirit that drives the continent. The cities of Côte d’Ivoire will provide an impressive backdrop for an exciting competition of teamwork, skill and determination.
As an official countdown, this campaign reminds fans and players that the long-awaited event is approaching and the whole world will witness the beauty of the continent and the unifying power of football. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned to official channels and digital media platforms for updates, news and exclusive content related to the AFCON tournament.
More generally, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) remains a country in which the political and economic situation is tense and which continues to be plagued by terrorist attacks. The government is working to restore peace in the North Kivu region and positive initiatives are emerging in other areas. The problems caused by soil erosion in Kasai are also being solved thanks to groundwork carried out by the local authorities.
However, tension remains palpable in the DRC, with a contested majority in the elections and an opposition calling on the international community to act. Finally, national deputies are regularly accused of inciting tribal hatred, which highlights the challenges of building a harmonious society in the country.
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