In a landmark move for women’s football on the African continent, the Executive Committee of the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has approved the expansion of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) from 12 to 16 teams, effective from the 2026 edition. This strategic decision, announced recently, will see the tournament hosted in Morocco from March 17 to April 1, 2026.