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CAF reinforces safety, security standards for 2026/27 season

From Ghanaian Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Confederation of African Football (CAF) held a meeting to reinforce safety and security standards for clubs participating in its Interclub competitions.
  • Club Safety and Security Officers received guidance on integrated planning, stadium security, access control, crowd management, and communication protocols.
  • CAF emphasizes that safety and security are shared responsibilities requiring commitment from all stakeholders to ensure the highest standards in Africa's premier club competitions.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is prioritizing safety and security for its Interclub competitions, including the Champions League and Confederation Cup. This commitment was underscored during a recent online meeting for Club Safety and Security Officers from participating clubs.

The meeting aimed to ensure clubs understand CAF's expectations and requirements as preparations for the new season intensify. Participants received detailed guidance on crucial operational areas. These included integrated planning and coordination, stadium security, access control, crowd management, communication protocols, and daily reporting procedures.

Dr. Christian Emeruwa, Head of CAF's Safety and Security Department, stressed the importance of collective effort. "Safety and security is a shared responsibility and requires the commitment of every stakeholder involved in CAF competitions," he stated. CAF continues to work closely with clubs, member associations, and local authorities to uphold the highest safety and security standards across the continent.

We cannot achieve our objectives alone. Safety and security is a shared responsibility and requires the commitment of every stakeholder involved in CAF competitions.

— Dr Christian EmeruwaOpening the session, CAF Safety and Security Department Head, Dr Christian Emeruwa highlighted the importance of collective responsibility in delivering safe and secure match environments across the continent.
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Originally published by Ghanaian Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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