CAF appoints South African officials for Kitara Vs Al Ahly Confederation Cup tie
David GOMBE
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has named the match officials for the Confederation Cup final preliminary round first leg encounter between Kitara FC and Egypt’s Al Ahly.
The Royals will host the Egyptian giants in the first leg on 17th October 2026 at Hoima City Stadium.
South Africa’s Eugine Nkosinathi Mdluli, who has been a FIFA referee since 2015, will officiate the mouthwatering contest. In July 2026, he was named the South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) Referee of the Season for 2025/26.
He will be assisted by his fellow countrymen, Khamusi Razwimisani and Abi Kamohelo Ramutsindela who will serve as the first and second assistant referees respectively.
Another South African, Sikhumbuzo Patrick Gasa, will be the fourth official.
Ethiopia’s Gizate Alemu Mazengia will be the referees assessor, while Rwanda’s Sekamana Abdoul Khaliq will serve as match commissioner.