The green light to host international competitions follows CAF officials’ inspection of the state-of-the-art 45,000-seater stadium in April.

"In line with the previous communication, we acknowledge receipt of the pre-inspection report of Amahoro Stadium (Kigali) in Rwanda conducted by the FERWAFA CLM and validated by CAF.

"Following the review of the report by CAF, please note that the stadium is approved for use in all upcoming CAF/FIFA competitions since it meets all the set minimum CAF stadium requirements to host such matches," CAF said in a communiqué to sports officials in Rwanda on Thursday, June 13.

A panorama view of Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda.

CAF further lauded the renovation work done at the stadium, terming it one of the best sports venues on the African continent.

"We take this opportunity to congratulate the stadium authorities and FERWAFA for the outstanding renovation work completed at Amahoro Stadium (Kigali) in Rwanda, making it one of the best venues on the African continent," CAF added.

Amahoro Stadium, which has been under renovation for nearly two years, will be formally inaugurated during the 30th Liberation Day celebrations on July 4.

Turkish contractor Summa is putting the final touches on the stadium before the pre-opening friendly showdown between archrivals APR and Rayon Sports on June 15.

The stadium was renovated at a cost of $160 million, which saw the capacity expanded from 25,000 to 45,000.

Interior view of Amahoro Stadium.

Besides the football turf with a cutting-edge hybrid surface, blending natural grass and artificial turf, Amahoro boasts an eight-lane track for athletics events, a Paralympic gymnasium, and training facilities for football, handball, and volleyball.

The sports arena has also been fitted with various amenities, including VIP lounges, an Amavubi bar, dressing rooms, washrooms, coaches’ offices, a massage room, a changing room, and a FIFA office.

Reception at Amahoro Stadium.

Additionally, there are rooms for match officials, a medical room, a doping control room, a staff management room, and a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) room, among others.

The stadium was renovated at a cost of $160 million, which saw the capacity expanded from 25,000 to 45,000.