Didier Drogba urges Tanzania to make AFCON 2027 a cultural showcase
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Daily News
Didier Drogba is urging Tanzania to use the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations as a showcase for its cuisine, culture and hospitality, beyond the football matches. In a meeting with Minister Paul Makonda, the former Ivorian striker said welcoming teams and supporters could also boost tourism and business, according to the Daily News.
Didier Drogba, former Chelsea and Ivory Coast striker, is urging Tanzania to use the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations as a showcase for the country’s tourism, culture and cuisine, the Daily News reports. He made the proposal during a meeting with Paul Makonda, Tanzania’s Minister of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports.
Drogba also visited Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam, one of the venues selected for the competition. He believes the success of the Africa Cup of Nations should be measured beyond the matches and should create opportunities for tourism and business.
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