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The General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Véron Mosengo-Omba, has resigned from his position amid growing fallout over the decision to strip Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title.
In a statement issued on Sunday, March 29, 2026, from Cairo, Egypt, Mosengo-Omba announced his immediate resignation after more than 30 years of an international career, saying he intends to pursue personal projects.
The 66-year-old had faced criticism for remaining in office beyond CAF’s mandatory retirement age of 63. He was also accused by some employees of fostering a toxic workplace environment, although an investigation into staff complaints cleared him of any wrongdoing.
Mosengo-Omba, who is from the Democratic Republic of Congo and also holds Swiss nationality, was appointed CAF General Secretary in March 2021.
In his resignation letter, he expressed confidence in the future of CAF under its president, Patrice Motsepe.
“After more than 30 years of an international professional career dedicated to promoting an ideal form of football that brings people together, educates, and creates opportunities for hope, I have decided to step down from my position as Secretary General of CAF to devote myself to more personal projects,” he said.
“Now that I have been able to dispel the suspicions that some people have gone to great lengths to cast on me, I can retire with peace of mind and without constraint, leaving CAF more prosperous than ever.”
He added: “I sincerely thank CAF President, Dr. Patrice Motsepe, my teams, and all those who, directly or indirectly, have enabled CAF and organised African football to make real and remarkable progress. Let us hope that the progress made will last and be sustained.”
