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Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)
Eight supporters died after the crowd incident at Olembe Stadium during the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations.
CAF confirmed the deaths and ordered an investigation. This is a story about event safety and accountability; the source in this file does not establish the cause of the crush or responsibility of a particular official. Those conclusions require the investigation record.
The acts and the record
Olembe stadium disaster
CAF confirmed eight supporters died after the 24 January 2022 Olembe Stadium incident and ordered an investigation.
Outcome or limit: Obtain investigation findings before assigning cause or responsibility.
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