The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially released the calendar for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, confirming Morocco as host of a tournament poised to highlight the continued rise of women’s football on the continent.
The competition will run from 5 to 26 July 2025, kicking off in Rabat with host nation Morocco facing Zambia at 21:00 local time in the newly constructed Olympic Stadium.
The opening fixture is expected to draw a packed crowd and set the tone for a tournament that promises drama, talent, and fierce competition.
CAF has pledged to deliver the event to a global audience with full high-definition broadcast coverage across all 26 matches.
The continental governing body is investing heavily in world-class broadcasting standards, aiming to showcase African women’s football at its best and capitalize on the sport’s surging popularity.
The tournament will feature 12 teams divided into three groups.
Morocco headline Group A, joined by Zambia, Senegal, and DR Congo.
Group B sees record champions Nigeria square off against Tunisia, Algeria, and Botswana.
The Super Falcons begin their campaign on 6 July against Tunisia at 17:00.
Meanwhile, defending champions South Africa are drawn in a challenging Group C alongside Ghana, Mali, and Tanzania.
Banyana Banyana will open their title defence against Ghana on 7 July in Oudja.
That same day, Mali and Tanzania meet at Berkane Stadium to complete the first round of Group C fixtures.
The tournament will culminate in the final on Saturday, 26 July, also held at Rabat’s Olympic Stadium.
Kickoff is scheduled for 21:00, with organisers expecting a landmark event in terms of attendance, broadcast reach, and digital engagement.
CAF views this year’s Women’s AFCON as a pivotal moment in its broader strategy to develop women’s football across Africa.
By delivering a professionally staged competition, the confederation hopes to further elevate the profile of the women’s game and inspire a new generation of female footballers.
Full group breakdown:
- Group A: Morocco, Zambia, Senegal, DR Congo
- Group B: Nigeria, Tunisia, Algeria, Botswana
- Group C: South Africa, Ghana, Mali, Tanzania
With heavyweight clashes and emerging talent across all three groups, the stage is set for a memorable tournament that could reshape the landscape of African women’s football.
