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Controversies and final years
Hayatou ’ s tenure has not been without controversy . In 2010 , he was implicated in a BBC investigation alleging that he had accepted bribes in the 1990s over World Cup television rights . Although he denied the allegations , they marred his long career . In 2017 , his nearly 30-year reign as CAF president came to an end when he was defeated by Ahmad Ahmad of Madagascar .
In his later years , Hayatou had to contend with health problems , including receiving kidney dialysis treatment . Despite these difficulties , he remained active in sports administration , as President of the National Football Academy . ball du Cameroun .
Flashmag ! Issue 152 August 2024
Death and Legacy
Issa Hayatou est décédé le 8 août 2024 à Paris , la veille de son 78e anniversaire . Son héritage dans le football africain et mondial est important , beaucoup lui attribuant le développement et la reconnaissance internationale du football africain . Il était une figure centrale qui a usé de son influence pour défendre le football africain , laissant un impact durable sur ce sport .
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Hayatou , married with four children , comes from a family deeply rooted in Cameroonian society . His brother , Sadou Hayatou , served as Prime Minister of Cameroon , testifying to the family ’ s significant political influence in the country . The Hayatou family continues to exert considerable influence , particularly in northern Cameroon .
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Acting FIFA President Issa Hayatou and his wife attend the FIFA Ballon d ’ Or Gala 2015 at the Kongresshaus on January 11 , 2016 in Zurich , Switzerland . ( Photo by Matthias Hangst / Getty Images )