Afro Fans Village
2026 FIFA World Cup: A global stage for football & culture
The 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada provides a unique opportunity to showcase Africa’s cultural vibrancy, unity, and passion for football on the global stage. The Afro Fans Village will serve as a Pan-African hub during the tournament, a lively space where fans, diaspora communities, and global audiences experience football the African way. Combining sports, music, food, art, and culture, the Village will highlight Africa’s contribution to global football and offer an unforgettable fan experience in Canada.
// Objectives
- To create a central gathering place for African diaspora and global fans to celebrate football.
- To project Africa’s cultural identity through gastronomy, music, dance, fashion, and storytelling.
- To promote African businesses, brands, and tourism opportunities.
- To foster Pan-African unity and strengthen Canada–Africa people-to-people ties.
// Vision & Mission
Vision: Create a world-class fan village blending football, music, food, and culture.
Mission: Celebrate Africa’s global influence while boosting Toronto’s tourism and cultural economy
Benefits to Host City
- Tourism Revenue – more visitors, hotel + retail boost.
- Cultural Diplomacy – reinforcing Toronto’s multicultural identity.
- Community Engagement – uniting diverse groups.
- Youth Empowerment – mentorship, sports programs.
- Global Spotlight – Toronto positioned as a cultural + sporting capital.
Expected Reach & Audience
- Visitors: 40,000+ attendees across the World Cup period.
- Demographics: local Toronto residents, African diaspora, global tourists, football fans.
- Digital Reach: live streaming, social media highlights, influencer coverage.