CAF launches Stars Spotlight Webinar ahead of Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026
CAF’s Stars Spotlight Webinar will bring leading women players together on July 10, 2026, offering media a live, French-language preview ahead of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
The Confederation of African Football will stage the inaugural Stars Spotlight Webinar on Friday, July 10, 2026, as part of its build-up to the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026. The French-language session, set for 14:00 GMT (17:00 Cairo time), will feature a lineup of prominent African players and provide accredited media a chance to engage directly with the stars before the tournament opens on July 26. Registration is required and live question-and-answer slots are limited, underlining CAF’s effort to give structured access to the competition’s key figures.
CAF confirms date and time for webinar
The Stars Spotlight Webinar is scheduled for July 10, 2026, two weeks ahead of the tournament kick-off in Morocco. The webinar will run at 14:00 GMT, which corresponds to 17:00 in Cairo, and is being presented in French to reflect the linguistic diversity of participating nations.
CAF has positioned this session as the first in a planned series of media engagements aimed at amplifying coverage of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Organizers say the webinar is intended to complement on-site accreditation and traditional press conferences by creating an accessible virtual forum for international and regional media.
Star-studded panel announced for French-language session
A host of established internationals will join the webinar under the moderation of seasoned sports journalist Katty Touré. Confirmed participants include Morocco captain Ghizlane Chebbak, Cameroon veteran Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné, Algeria forward Chloé N’Gazi, Senegal’s Mama Diop, Côte d’Ivoire’s Bernadette Amani and Burkina Faso’s Charlotte Millogo.
The selection blends experience and leadership across different North, West and Central African football cultures, offering media varied perspectives on tournament preparation and national expectations. CAF framed the roster as representative of the growing profile and competitiveness of women’s football across the continent.
Format will include live Q&A for accredited journalists
The webinar will feature a moderated discussion followed by an interactive live question-and-answer segment open to accredited journalists and football stakeholders. Participation in the live Q&A is limited and will require prior registration, with the registration process operated through CAF’s media channels.
Organizers emphasized that the structured format aims to ensure wider participation while managing time constraints, allowing a balance between player interviews and direct questions from the media. The format also reflects a broader trend among football federations to use virtual events to expand reach and engage international audiences.
Players expected to discuss preparations and expectations
Speakers are anticipated to address their final training regimes, squad readiness and the tactical approaches their teams will bring to Morocco. With the tournament less than three weeks away, players are likely to outline injury management strategies, squad cohesion and the psychological preparation required for a high-stakes continental competition.
Beyond immediate sporting matters, the conversation is expected to touch on the players’ roles as ambassadors for women’s football and the impact that a successful AFCON campaign can have on domestic leagues and youth participation. The webinar offers a stage for discussing both on-field goals and the broader social and developmental stakes associated with the tournament.
Media access, registration and contact information
Media professionals and football stakeholders who wish to attend must register in advance to secure access and qualify for the live Q&A. CAF has made clear that spaces are finite and advised outlets to complete registration promptly to avoid missing the session.
For further details and formal media enquiries, CAF’s Communications Division is handling requests and logistical information, including accreditation guidance and follow-up interview opportunities. The organization has provided an email contact for media correspondence and encourages accredited journalists to coordinate through that channel.
Context: build-up to TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026
The webinar comes as teams finalize training camps and travel plans ahead of the tournament, which runs from July 26 to August 16, 2026, in Morocco. National squads will use the remaining days to finalize tactics and fitness, while CAF continues to coordinate competition operations, broadcast arrangements and venue preparations.
The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations serves as a showcase for the continent’s best talent and plays a growing role in raising the profile of African players on the global stage. CAF’s decision to launch a Stars Spotlight Webinar series reflects efforts to increase media engagement, promote player visibility and build momentum toward a tournament expected to attract regional and international attention.
CAF’s Stars Spotlight Webinar on July 10 presents a timely opportunity for journalists to secure insights from leading players and to frame coverage as teams head into the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Registration is required for participation, and media queries should be directed to CAF’s Communications Division via the official contact provided.
