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CAF to host two-day Anti-Doping Control workshop in preparation for AFCON 2024

Senegal's players celebrate with the trophy after winning the Africa Cup of Nations 2021 final against Egypt at Olembe stadium in Yaounde on February 6, 2022 (Photo: Charly Triballeau/AFP)

By Sports Reporter | Tuesday, December 5, 2023

A total of 41 Medical Doctors, with prior involvement in several CAF and FIFA competitions, will participate in the workshop. The event will be supervised by knowledgeable CAF and FIFA Anti-Doping and Medical Practitioners.

The Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) is set to organise a two-day workshop on Anti-Doping Control in Johannesburg, South Africa, this week in preparation for AFCON 2024.

CAF is actively ensuring that all functional areas and divisions are well-prepared for the continent's premier event. The workshop, scheduled for December 5-6, will bring together senior medical practitioners from various parts of Africa. Delegates will delve into the latest developments related to Anti-Doping and other medical concerns.

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A total of 41 Medical Doctors, with prior involvement in several CAF and FIFA competitions, will participate in the workshop. The event will be supervised by knowledgeable CAF and FIFA Anti-Doping and Medical Practitioners.

Director of CAF's Development Division Raul Chipenda underscored the meaning of the workshop in keeping African football updated on global developments and trends. "The anti-doping topic is crucial and if not fully understood, can lead to unfortunate incidents that have a direct impact on football in Africa," he said.

Key topics on the workshop agenda include the role of a CAF Doping Control Officer, the introduction of the Doping Control Paperless System, Testing Systems and procedures, as well as discussions on forbidden substances and supplement abuse.