The 1988 CECAFA Cup was the 15th edition of the tournament. It was held in Malawi, and was won by the hosts. The matches were played between November 6–19.

Group A Played in Lilongwe TeamPtsPldWDLGFGAGD5321040+4 3311123–12302101–1 2310213–2

Group B Played in Blantyre TeamPtsPldWDLGFGAGD4312041+3 4312032+133111330 1301215–4

Semi-finals

Abandoned in 107' (a.e.t.) at 0–0 due to power failure.

Third place match

Final

References Rsssf archives