World-renowned tech brand TECNO has confirmed its partnership with the Confederation of African Football (CAF), clinching the deal to be the sole, official smartphone sponsor for the fast-approaching TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023. Over the decades, TECNO has formed a successful alliance with Ghana Football Association (GFA), catalyzing an innovative and thrilling new phase for Ghana football. With TECNO's trailblazing innovative capabilities and CAF's commitment to nurturing African football talent, the collaboration is bound to bring revolutionary changes for spectators and players alike.

This collaboration is a symbol of both organizations' determination to promote African football and technology concurrently. On the 21st of September, 2023, the partnership was officially stamped into existence during an impressive ceremony held in Singapore, signalling the onset of an exhilarating new journey for TECNO and CAF. Esteemed guests in attendance included TECNO's General Manager, Jack Guo, as well as CAF's General Secretary, Véron Mosengo-Omba.

Mr Jack Guo, TECNO’s General Manager, shared his enthusiasm for the deal stating, 'This partnership is a landmark move for TECNO as we unite with one of the continent's most esteemed sporting events. TECNO has always had a strong, unwavering commitment to Africa. We're eager to see this dynamic partnership both highlight our brand’s dedication and accentuate the charm and value of African football to an array of international partners.'

Dr. Patrice Motsepe, CAF’s President, extended a warm welcome to TECNO to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Family as an AFCON Cote D’Ivoire 2023 partner. With AFCON having consistently displayed the football talents and fervor of Africa to hundreds of millions of worldwide viewers, this partnership is certainly significant. It also works towards diversification of our commercial partners while demonstrating the appeal and worth of African football to international partners.

Remaining true to its brand ethos of “Stop At Nothing”, TECNO is dedicated to bringing the latest and greatest technologies to the forefront. This partnership embodies TECNO's commitment to promoting youth empowerment and cultivating talent on the African continent. Given that football is a universal language that brings together people from all walks of life, TECNO's involvement in the AFCON 2023 serves as a testament to their commitment to development and celebration of African culture and sportsmanship.

The highly anticipated TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 is set to kick off on January 13, 2024, in Abidjan. Fans of TECNO can expect an enhanced and enveloping digital experience like never before. The partnership is set to level up Africa’s football, merging technology and sportsmanship in a way that honors the passion and talents of the continent, particularly including the thrill of Ghana’s participation in the tournament.

TECNO is an innovative tech brand operating in over 70 locations across five continents. Since its inception, TECNO has been transforming the digital arena in global emerging markets, constantly striving for the seamless integration of modern, aesthetic design with cutting-edge technologies. Today, TECNO is an acknowledged leader in its target markets, delivering inventive innovation through a broad spectrum of smartphones, smart wearables, laptops, tablets, HiOS operating systems and smart home products.