The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced Ecobank as the official sponsor for the highly anticipated TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire.

The announcement was made ahead of the countdown to the kickoff of the continent's premier football event, scheduled for January 13, gains momentum.

Jeremy Awori, the Chief Executive Officer of the Ecobank Group, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON tournament highlights the immense sense of pride that Africans across our continent and around the world feel during the matches."

Awori emphasized the pride in associating Ecobank with the Confederation of African Football to contribute to the success of the tournament, considering it the largest and most-enjoyed football event that inspires passion across Africa.

Awori continued, noting that as a pan-African bank, Ecobank is committed to driving regional integration, and football, being a unifying force that transcends borders, aligns perfectly with this commitment.

He underscored the honor Ecobank feels in playing a key role in bringing millions of Africans together to celebrate their passion for football, ensuring that loyal customers benefit from this enriching experience.

With a strong pan-African identity ingrained in its DNA, Ecobank's partnership with the Confederation of African Football reaffirms its dedication to its pan-African heritage. The collaboration strengthens its connection with hundreds of millions of Africans who will be joining in the excitement of AFCON 2023. Notably, 16 of the 35 African countries where Ecobank has a presence are among the 24 competing nations in Côte d’Ivoire.

As the news concludes, Ecobank's commitment to fostering regional integration and supporting the passion for football is evident, promising an exciting collaboration with CAF for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023.

About Ecobank Group (or ‘Ecobank Transnational Incorporated’ or ‘ETI’)

Ecobank Group stands as the leading private pan-African banking group, boasting unrivalled African expertise. Present in 35 sub-Saharan African countries, as well as France, the UK, UAE, and China, its unique pan-African platform serves as a single gateway for payments, cash management, trade, and investment. With over 14,000 employees, the group offers a range of banking products, services, and solutions across multiple channels, including digital, to over 32 million customers. For more information, visit [ecobank.com](https://www.ecobank.com/).

About the Confederation of African Football (CAF)

CAF, founded in 1957, serves as the governing body of African football. With 54 Member Associations, its secretariat is based in Egypt.