Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Manuel to Chair 2027 Cricket World Cup in Southern Africa
The 2027 Cricket World Cup is coming to South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia!
Trevor Manuel will be in charge of planning.
South Africa will host most of the games, with 44 matches in various cities.
Zimbabwe and Namibia will host the rest.
The goal is to make it an event for everyone, bringing in new fans and connecting with people all over.
Trevor Manuel appointed chair of the 2027 ICC World Cup organizing committee.
South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia will co-host the tournament.
The LOC board includes provincial presidents, CSA members, independent directors, and sports ministry reps.
South Africa will host 44 matches across eight cities.
The event aims to be diverse, inclusive, and attract new fans.
- Who
- Trevor Manuel was appointed chair of the Local Organising Committee board.
- What
- South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia will co-host the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup.
- When
- The tournament will be held in October-November 2027.
- Where
- South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
- Why
- To stage a global, inspiring event that reflects diversity and unity.
- Tournament
- 2027 ICC Men’s ODI World Cup
- Co-hosts
- South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia
- LOC Chair
- Trevor Manuel
- Matches in SA
- 44
- Matches in ZIM/NAM
- 10
