AFRICAN GREEN CUP
Of ECO CLUBS -2026
The only mega sports events on Conservation in Africa
African Green Cup of Climate Change ( AFGCCC) is a green event under the Sustainable Environmental Conservation Tournament-SECOTO as the first and only mega sports event on Conservation in Africa.
With a series of football competitions, workshops, panel discussions, opportunities to showcase innovative solutions and best practices for addressing climate change, while fostering collaboration and solidarity among African countries through sports for climate.
Overview
The African Green Cup is set to be an exciting and memorable event featuring mega sports events that bring together talented young people in Sports, cultural performances, entertainment, conservationists, Sports fans, and climate activists, policymakers, Sports organizations, Environmental organizations, and indigenous communities from all over the African continent
Global Context
Context
African Green Cup of Climate Change is a tournament under SECOTO, to contribute to sports for Conservation and the execution of the Paris Agreement for Climate Change of UNFCCC via the framework of Sports for Nature, a joint initiative of International union conservation for nature (IUCN), the United Nation Environment Programme (UNEP), and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Dona Bertarelli and Convention on Biological Diversity.
This African Eco Football competition 2026 is structured according to CAF regulations and the rules of international tournaments, featuring a series of matches between participating Eco teams from the group stages to the final, including the knockout and semifinal rounds. Each game highlights a specific aspect of climate change and its own way of sustainability.
Key theme
“Engaging young people in Conservation for Sustainable developments”
- Eco sports and Community
- Climate change
- Wildlife and people
- SDG campaign
- Loss and damage
- Green Energy
- Sustainable Tourism
Hosting Countries
Infrastructures
Adequate 2 stadiums and facilities that comply with international standards for hosting large-scale events. 4 stadiums for community events as well as training facilities
Environnemental Comittment
A demonstrated commitment to sustainability practices within the host country, including waste management, energy efficiency, and conservation efforts.
Governments Engagement
Endorment of governments or relevant authorities is required to ensure logistical support and security during the event permit, and recommendation of local sponsors.
Event Duration
28
Days of Conservation
Sept- October
2026
Award & Trophy
Iconic and remarkable trophy of conservation and Sustainability in the history of football and Environmental protection
Monetary prizes ( 7,000,000 USD, 5,000,000 USD, and 3,000,000 USD) for sports on conservation. All Eco sports Clubs will receive 100,000 USD as a seeding grant for their climate innovations that will be implemented in the community of their countries through sports for conservation
Who attend?
120 Countries
32 countries’ Eco national teams identified by every country (professional football players between 18-35 years old who are ready and committed to promoting green in their country and play within of country.
Local and Internationals media
400+
Social media influencers and artists
3K+
Sports and Environmental organizations
150+
Government leaders & Green Companies owners
200+
Sports Athlete
2K+
Sports fans, Climate activists and Entertainment lovers
2M+
Virtual Eco Fan Engagement
1.5B+
Expected
results of
African
Green
Cup
2026
2100
New Green initiatives
1764
New Eco Sports Clubs, and receive sports materials annually
Environmental Impact
- 3 M trees will be planted with athletes, artists, and fans
- 44 sports and entertainment events on conservation
- 1750 Eco sports clubs will be established
Social Benefits
- 1500 Eco Fan Clubs in Climate Action
- 300 youth group through Community engagement
- SDGs Campaign in all countries at village level
Economic Impact
- 100K new job based on talent and conservation
- 88 new tourist sites identified
- 3 Community stadium
- 2700 households received Solar power
Talent development
- 1,2 M new Climate athletes
- 440 new artists and actors adopt climate arts work it their carriers
Global Climate Action
- 3 billion sports fans, music fans, and entertainment lovers will be educated about climate action
- 440 NGOs in Global Collaboration
Health and Well-being
- Physical Activity
- Mental Health Benefits
- Loneliness and Drugs Reduction.
