Nairobi, Kenya – August 30, 2025: The President of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), Babadi Kamara, is representing Sierra Leone at a high-profile meeting of African football leaders convened today in Nairobi.
The gathering, hosted by Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Dr. Patrice Motsepe, brings together presidents of all 54 member associations. FIFA President Gianni Infantino is also attending on the sidelines of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) finals.
Discussions are expected to focus on key issues shaping the future of African football, including financial sustainability, infrastructure development, and ways to strengthen the continent’s global competitiveness.
Speaking on the sidelines, President Kamara described the event as a “defining moment” for African football, noting that Sierra Leone stands to benefit from enhanced partnerships and development opportunities.
“Our priority is to strengthen partnerships and ensure Sierra Leone leverages CAF and FIFA’s development programs to drive progress in infrastructure, youth football, and long-term sustainability,” he said.
Kamara is also engaging with global football leaders, including Infantino, Motsepe, CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba, and Cameroon FA President Samuel Eto’o.
His participation highlights Sierra Leone’s growing role within continental football governance and reflects the SLFA’s commitment to aligning its national football agenda with CAF and FIFA’s broader vision for Africa.
