The Confederation of African Football announced that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will run from June 19 to July 17.
It did not reveal which of Uganda, Kenya, or Tanzania will host the opening match or final of the tournament.
The dates were approved by FIFA Council in Vancouver, after concerns over readiness of host nations were eased fully.
CAF president Patrice Motsepe said commitment remains unwavering, adding confidence in successful tournament across three host nations organising it.
This edition marks first three-country hosting in tournament history and returns AFCON to East Africa since 1976 Ethiopia edition.
Organisers frame the tournament as a symbolic bridge across East Africa, uniting football passion across borders and generations.