74% Completion of Farasi Training Ground for AFCON 2027 by September 1
Latest Tanzania construction news · 74% Completion of Farasi Training Ground for AFCON 2027… explained · 2027 updates · updated Aug 21, 2026 · breaking news · latest updates · explained
TLDR
- Construction at the Farasi training ground in Dar es Salaam has reached 74% completion as of August 21, 2026.
- The completion is expected to reach 81% by September 1, 2026.
- Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has called for accelerated preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), emphasizing the economic opportunities it presents.
- Tanzania will co-host AFCON 2027 with Kenya and Uganda, and the facilities must meet the standards set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
- Deputy Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports Hamis Mwinjuma stated that Farasi is one of five training grounds being constructed for the tournament.