African Football publishes football news, guides and analysis with a focus on African football, African national teams, CAF competitions, African clubs and African players around the world. This editorial policy explains how we approach accuracy, sourcing, transparency and updates.
Editorial mission
Our goal is to give football fans clear, useful and timely coverage. We prioritise stories that matter to African football audiences, including national teams, domestic leagues, CAF competitions, transfers, fixtures, results and player development.
Accuracy and verification
Before publishing, editors and writers should check key facts such as names, dates, clubs, competition names, venues, results, squad information and official statements. When a story depends on developing information, the article should clearly explain what is confirmed and what remains subject to official confirmation.
Sources
We prefer official and reliable sources, including FIFA, CAF, national football federations, clubs, competition organisers, verified media briefings and reputable sports media. Reports from unofficial sources should be labelled carefully as reported, expected or unconfirmed where appropriate.
Headlines and context
Headlines should be accurate and fair. They should not mislead readers or exaggerate unconfirmed information. Articles should give enough context for readers to understand why the story matters for African football.
Independence
Editorial decisions should be based on news value, relevance and reader interest. Sponsored or commercial content should be clearly identified where applicable.
AI assistance
If AI tools are used to support research, drafting, editing or formatting, human review remains required before publication. AI-assisted work should not introduce unverified facts, fake quotes, fake injuries, fake squads or invented statistics.
Updates
Football news can change quickly. Articles may be updated when new official information becomes available, especially for fixtures, squads, transfers, injuries and competition rules.
Contact
Readers can report editorial concerns through our Contact page.
