Caf launches investigation into misconduct claims

The Confederation of African Football (Caf) has launched an investigation into allegations of misconduct within the organisation’s secretariat.

Caf said in a statement, external that the alleged breach of its internal governance and auditing regulations will be investigated by an international law firm or an international audit and professional services firm.

A report on the matter will then be submitted to Caf’s executive committee.

Caf secretary general Veron Mosengo-Omba was not mentioned by name in the statement but confirmed on social media that he was being investigated.

“My efforts to turn around and regularise this institution, which has been disrespected at times, are being sabotaged by an out-of-the-blue report containing grievances without documented proof,” he posted on X on Wednesday.

“The planned independent investigation will expose the falsity and origin of this report.”

Mosengo-Omba became Caf secretary general three years ago, having previously worked at world governing body Fifa.

He hails from DR Congo but also holds Swiss nationality.

Caf president Patrice Motsepe said in Thursday’s statement: “There is zero tolerance in Caf for corruption or breaching internal governance, audit and transparency regulations or for violating Caf and Fifa statutes and regulations.

“We have committed Caf to adhering to global governance, audit, transparency and ethics best practices, and established an internal governance and compliance department.

“This department brought the alleged breach of Caf’s internal audit and governance regulations to our attention.”

Motsepe added appropriate action will be immediately taken if improper conduct or behaviour is identified.