Dar es Salaam, Feb. 15 -- DAR ES SALAAM: THE Head Coach of Tanzanias U-20 national team, Ngorongoro Heroes, Boniface Mkwasa, has emphasised the importance of early preparations ahead of the CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The tournament is scheduled to run from April 26 to May 18, 2025, in Côte dIvoire, featuring 13 teams vying for continental supremacy and four qualification spots for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025.

Speaking about his squads readiness, following the Thursday official draw conducted by the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF), Mkwasa noted that the preparation period is short, necessitating hard work to ensure they are fully prepared for the prestigious tournament.

The draw, which to...