80% Completion of AFCON Stadium Construction in Zanzibar
Latest Tanzania sports news · 80% Completion of AFCON Stadium Construction in Zanzibar explained · updated Aug 18, 2026 · sports news · match · score
TLDR
- The AFCON Stadium in Zanzibar is currently about 80% complete.
- President of Zanzibar, Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, inspected the construction progress on August 18, 2026.
- The stadium is located in the Fumba area and is intended to be a modern, internationally recognized facility.
- Completion of the stadium is expected to enhance business and economic opportunities in Zanzibar, especially during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations tournament.
- The government plans to develop surrounding infrastructure to high quality and internationally accepted standards.