As anticipation reaches fever pitch ahead of the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has officially unveiled a brand-new trophy for the prestigious women’s football championship, a bold and symbolic stride in its ongoing mission to uplift and celebrate women’s football across the African continent.

The much-anticipated unveiling ceremony took place this evening in Morocco, just days before the tournament’s opening whistle on Saturday. Radiating elegance and prestige, the redesigned trophy embodies the spirit, resilience, and rising stature of African women’s football.

In a statement, CAF emphasized that the new trophy represents more than just silverware, it stands as a beacon of growth, recognition, and renewed investment in the women’s game, forming a vital pillar of CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe’s ambitious and transformative vision for the sport on the continent.

“This new trophy is a testament to the phenomenal progress women’s football has made in Africa. It reflects the dreams of millions of young girls who now see football as a genuine platform to express their talent, ambition, and identity,” a CAF official remarked during the unveiling.

The trophy’s sleek design, intricately crafted to honor the rich footballing heritage of Africa and the inspiring journeys of its female athletes, signals a new chapter for WAFCON, one of empowerment, excellence, and continental pride.

As the Super Falcons of Nigeria, Banyana Banyana of South Africa, and other nations prepare for battle in Morocco, the introduction of the new trophy adds a fresh layer of excitement and history to a tournament already brimming with promise.

The 2024 WAFCON is poised to be a landmark event, not just for the dazzling football on display, but for the bold statements being made about the future of women’s football in Africa. And at the heart of it all will be the shimmering new trophy, waiting to be lifted in triumph by a new champion.