Tanzania, Aug. 6 -- Dar es Salaam. Africa's top-rated referee, Omar Abdulkadir Artan of Somalia, will take charge of today's Cecafa Kagame Cup 2026 final as Rwanda's Rayon Sports face Kenya's Gor Mahia in a highly anticipated showdown at Amahoro Stadium.

The appointment of the experienced FIFA referee underscores the significance of the final, which pits two of East Africa's most decorated clubs against each other in a battle for regional supremacy.

Both sides earned their places in the title decider after overcoming difficult semi-final opponents and will now compete for the coveted trophy and the tournament's top prize of US$30,000.

Defending Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia booked their place in the final after edging Sudan'...