Zanzibar to spend Sh388.8 billion to build Afcon City ahead of 2027 games

Dar es Salaam. As Tanzania gears up to co-host the Africa Cup of Nations 2027, the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar (SMZ) has unveiled ambitious plans to construct a state-of-the-art sports and tourism complex named Afcon City.

The initiative is part of Zanzibar’s broader strategy to ensure the islands are fully prepared to host continental football’s most prestigious event while capitalizing on tourism and economic opportunities.