The President of Zanzibar, Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi has said contractors have committed to finishing the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) infrastructure projects, including Fumba Stadium, by December 2026

Ali Mwinyi said on October 3 that contractors had committed to completing the AFCON infrastructure projects by December 2026.

Speaking to journalists at State House in Zanzibar, he said preparations go beyond Fumba Stadium to roads, transport services and other infrastructure for visitors and residents.

“Traveling around Zanzibar now, you can see major infrastructure changes, particularly in roads. This is part of our preparations for AFCON, and we are satisfied with the pace of implementation,” he said.

The President said the December deadline leaves time to test facilities before the tournament begins in June 2027. “We will have enough time to ensure everything is ready before the tournament starts,” he said.

Zanzibar’s Minister for Information, Arts, Culture and Sports, Dr Riziki Pembe Juma also made it clear that construction of Fumba Stadium is currently at a very good stage, and will be ready by December 2026.

Tanzania’s venues include Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam, Samia Suluhu Stadium in Arusha, and New Amaan Complex and Fumba City Stadium in Zanzibar.