• CAF REACTS TO DEATH OF FANS DURING CAMEROON VS COMOROS AFCON MATCH

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has reacted to the stampede that took place yesterday at Olembe Stadium during the Africa Cup of Nations, (AFCON) Round of 16 tie between Cameroon and Comoros.
Video footage showed football fans struggling to get access to the 60,000 capacity stadium, which led to the death of six persons.

However, in a statement via its website, CAF said they are currently investigating the situation and will try to get more details on what transpired.
CAF also revealed that its President, Patrice Motsepe, has sent the General Secretary, Veron Mosengo-Omba to visit the supporters in hospital in YAOUNDÉ.”