In a notable development within the corridors of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), significant changes have been announced in the disciplinary committee, reflecting a desire to restructure and improve disciplinary procedures within the union. According to sources within CAF, these changes have not been officially announced yet, but they indicate a significant shift in management and directions.
The former chairman of the disciplinary committee, South African Raymond Hack, has been dismissed, and Senegalese Ousmane Kane has been appointed as the new chairman of the committee. Kane is a prominent figure in African football and is expected to bring a fresh approach and a different perspective to the committee. Additionally, Kenyan Juan Onyango has been appointed as the vice-chairman, demonstrating CAF’s commitment to diversifying leadership representation.
The new committee members come from diverse backgrounds and represent different parts of the continent, enhancing the principles of inclusivity and fair representation. Among the new members are South African Norman Arendse, Chadian Felix Djone Vinih, Patrick Shale from Lesotho, Ibrahim Douma from Niger, Ugandan Rose Kisiaka, and Sierra Leonean Tyrell Dersil.
These changes may be in response to criticisms leveled at the disciplinary committee following its handling of the case involving the match between Algeria’s Union Sportive Madinet d’Alger and Morocco’s Renaissance Sportive de Berkane, which remains unresolved. This situation highlights the challenges facing the committee in addressing sensitive and complex issues arising in African football.
With these changes, CAF is expected to witness a new chapter of transparency and efficiency in managing disciplinary matters, reinforcing its position as a responsible and fair governing body in the world of sports. The lingering question remains: How will these changes impact the future of African football? Only time will tell.