New era for women’s football in Africa as CAF unveils WAFCON trophy

Confederation of African Football (CAF), on Wednesday, 2 July, unveiled a new trophy for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024, a powerful symbol of the rise and recognition of women’s football across the African continent.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsDrawing direct inspiration from the iconic Men’s TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations trophy, the new design represents more than a piece of silverware; it is a celebration of equality, unity, and excellence.The launch of the new trophy forms part of CAF leadership’s goal of developing and growing Women’s Football in Africa and making African Women’s Football amongst the best in the world.Gor Mahia set for squad overhaul after trophy-less seasonThe new trophy was celebrated on Wednesday night at an event hosted by CAF and long-term partner, TotalEnergies, in Casablanca, Morocco.The trophy’s striking design features identical petals spiraling upward, each one representing a participating national team. Together, they form the shape of a blooming flower, a timeless symbol of growth, empowerment, and beauty.##NAJAVA_MECA_9000831##This imagery captures the journey of African women’s football and the vibrant strength of its athletes.Emerging from the heart of this elegant floral form is a golden sphere, patterned subtly as a football. Adorned with a shiny gold map of Africa, the sphere reflects the continent’s ambition, pride, and global impact in the women’s game.Crafted in brilliant silver and matte gold, the body of the trophy is wrapped in a gold ring engraved with the CAF logo, affirming the confederation’s steadfast commitment to elevating the women’s game across all 54 member associations.A beauty in every curve. 🤩🏆#TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024 pic.twitter.com/giwPXBQzO0— CAF Women’s Football (@CAFwomen) July 2, 2025 The base, a pristine white marble pedestal with elegant gold-accented stripes, bears the name of the competition in refined matte gold lettering, cementing the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations legacy within the rich tapestry of African sport.Lamia Boumehdi, coach of TP Mazembe and the first African coach to win the CAF Women’s Champions League, welcomed the evolution. “This trophy is not just a cup. It is a symbol. A recognition.” It is also a burden, a responsibility. We shall have to rise to the occasion.”Sneak peek at the trophy’s shining moment. 👀🏆#TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024 pic.twitter.com/EAh7xkZ6s8— CAF Women’s Football (@CAFwomen) July 2, 2025 Abdesslam Rhnimi, Managing Director of TotalEnergies Marketing Morocco, made no secret of his pride: “This trophy is also the result of a lasting commitment. At TotalEnergies, we believe in the transformative power of Women’s Football. We want to support this momentum in Morocco and throughout Africa.”As the next generation of African stars prepare to shine at the upcoming competition, this new trophy will serve as a beacon of aspiration, inspiring millions of young girls across the continent to dream, to believe, and to achieve on the global stage.AFC Leopards should borrow from Athletics Kenya to reclaim glory-MP Wanyonyi

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