Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have submitted a collaborative bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations. The three West African nations are seeking to jointly stage the continent's flagship football tournament.
Currently, military governments are in power across all three of the bidding countries.
Why It Matters
In recent years, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have forged closer political and military ties, culminating in the creation of the Alliance of Sahel States after experiencing military coups. Hosting the Africa Cup of Nations, the continent's most prestigious sporting event, is frequently utilized by governments to demonstrate international legitimacy and internal stability. However, the three nations continue to battle persistent security threats from insurgent groups in the Sahel region, which would present major logistical challenges for securing a tournament of this scale.
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