CAF president Ahmad Ahmad has confirmed the suspension of all African competitions under the auspices of the continental governing body due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Ahmad reaffirmed CAF’s commitment to do its part in ensuring the safety of the players, staff, officials, sponsors and fans during this crisis, adding that it is part of the responsibility of the organization to do its part and prevent the spread of the disease.

“The CAF organizes football, the number one passion of the our content but it also goes beyond this. It participates in the development and prevention of any threats against Africa and humanity. It needs to be a symbol of progress,” said Ahmad in a video posted on twitter

“Which is why in order to take our responsibilities and prevent the spread of the virus, we have deiced to postpone all competitions including the 2021 AFCON qualifiers and the 2020 CHAN along with the 42nd CAF General Assembly until an unspecified date.

“The CAF staff has been suggested to work from home since this morning until at least the end of March.

“I understand the disappointment of millions of our African fans but the health and security of the players, officials, partners but most importantly fans are our priority.

“This sanitary crisis is to be written in the history books as it is a fight even nation is taking part in. And I hope to see Africa playing an exemplary role,” he continued.