President Samia Suluhu Hassan is actively seeking international investment for a new football stadium in Zanzibar. The stadium is being built to host matches during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). President Samia made this appeal during her speech at the conclusion of the annual Kizimkazi Festival, expressing pride in the project. She emphasized the facility’s state-of-the-art design and its potential to attract significant economic benefits. The initiative aims to leverage the prestige of AFCON to stimulate investment in Zanzibar’s infrastructure and tourism sectors. Further details regarding investment opportunities were not immediately available, but the President’s call signals a strong commitment to preparing for the tournament. This development underscores Tanzania’s growing focus on sports and its ambition to become a leading sporting destination in Africa.