Referee Sulaiman Kamara Earns Historic WAFU B AFCON Qualifiers Appointment

The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has announced the appointment of FIFA Badge Referee Sulaiman Santio Kamara to officiate at the upcoming WAFU B U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire.

The tournament is scheduled to take place from 26 July to 9 August 2026, with Kamara becoming the first Sierra Leonean referee to be selected to officiate at the WAFU B U-20 AFCON Qualifiers, marking a significant milestone for Sierra Leone football.

According to the SLFA, the appointment is a testament to Kamara’s professionalism, consistency, and impressive performances in both domestic and international competitions.

has continued to build a strong reputation on the regional stage. In 2025, he officiated at the WAFU A U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers in Mali, where he was entrusted with handling several key matches, including the tournament’s final.

The football governing body described the latest appointment as another major achievement for Sierra Leonean refereeing and a reflection of the growing recognition of the country’s match officials across the West African region.

The SLFA congratulated FIFA Badge Referee Sulaiman Santio Kamara on the historic achievement and wished him every success as he prepares to represent Sierra Leone at the regional competition in Côte d’Ivoire.