CAF Hosts ‘Stars Spotlight’ Webinar Ahead of WAFCON Morocco 2026
CAF will host a ‘Stars Spotlight’ webinar on July 15 featuring top players ahead of WAFCON Morocco 2026, including a live media Q&A; registration required.
Strong lead as countdown begins
With just over a week remaining before the kick-off of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2026, the Confederation of African Football has scheduled an English-language ‘Stars Spotlight’ webinar on July 15. The online event is designed to bring leading figures in African women’s football together for a public discussion ahead of the tournament running from July 26 to August 16, 2026. CAF says the session will provide media and stakeholders a closer look at player preparations and ambitions before teams arrive in Morocco.
CAF’s objectives for the webinar
CAF frames the webinar as an opportunity to raise the profile of the women’s game and to showcase the stories of its most prominent athletes. Organizers intend the session to deepen engagement between players, journalists and broader football audiences during a critical build-up to WAFCON Morocco 2026. The event also serves as a platform to discuss the growth and professionalization of the women’s game across the continent in advance of Africa’s flagship tournament.
Panel of seven leading players confirmed
The panel will feature seven internationally recognized players who will share their perspectives on form, fitness and tournament goals. Confirmed participants include Nigeria’s Asisat Oshoala, Zambia’s Barbra Banda, South Africa’s Refiloe Jane, Malawi’s Tabitha Chawinga, Ghana’s Cynthia F. Konlan, Egypt’s Nadine Ghazi and Tanzania’s Anastazia Katunzi. Each player brings different club and international experiences, offering a cross-section of voices from across African women’s football.
Hosting and format details
Renowned sports journalist Usher Komugisha will moderate the English-language session, steering conversation topics and player exchanges. The webinar is scheduled to start at 14:00 GMT (17:00 Cairo time) on Wednesday, July 15, giving media and stakeholders in multiple time zones the chance to participate. CAF has structured the event to combine moderated discussion with direct engagement from accredited journalists through a live question-and-answer segment.
What the discussion will cover
Panelists are expected to address their individual preparations ahead of WAFCON Morocco 2026, tactical expectations for their national teams and personal ambitions for the competition. The conversation will also examine broader trends in African women’s football, including player pathways, club development and the impact of increased investment. Organizers say the dialogue will balance immediate tournament focus with longer-term perspectives on growing the sport.
Media access, registration and limitations
Participation for accredited media is interactive but strictly managed, with advance registration required for those wishing to submit live questions. CAF has advised that interactive slots are limited and that registration details, including the webinar sign-up process, must be completed ahead of the session. For further enquiries, CAF Communications remains the contact point and will confirm accreditation and participation protocol for the July 15 event.
Practical information for journalists and stakeholders
The webinar offers a practical window for reporters covering squads, player fitness and tactical outlooks before teams travel to Morocco later in July. Media outlets are encouraged to register early to secure the opportunity to ask questions during the live session and to arrange follow-up interviews. The timing and English-language format were chosen to maximize participation from international press as well as regional stakeholders in North and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Context ahead of WAFCON Morocco 2026
WAFCON Morocco 2026 will run from July 26 to August 16 and brings together national teams competing for the continent’s premier women’s title. The tournament is positioned as a milestone for African women’s football, attracting attention from domestic leagues, clubs abroad and global broadcasters. CAF’s pre-tournament initiatives, including this webinar, are being presented as part of a coordinated effort to boost exposure and professional standards around the competition.
Player perspectives and expectations
The seven players on the panel are likely to offer a mix of personal and team-centred outlooks, reflecting different competitive realities across national programs. Some panelists have experience in major European leagues, while others represent domestic circuits that are expanding rapidly. That diversity is expected to generate discussion about preparation strategies, competitive balance and the role of individual leadership within national squads heading into WAFCON Morocco 2026.
How the session fits into wider CAF communications
This edition of the ‘Stars Spotlight’ webinar is part of CAF’s broader media and engagement strategy ahead of the tournament, designed to provide timely narratives and player access. By staging a high-profile online conversation, CAF aims to create momentum and storytelling around the competition while supplying accredited media with material for previews and match-day coverage. Officials say similar initiatives will continue through the tournament to sustain interest and visibility.
Anticipated outcomes for fans and the media
Organizers anticipate that the webinar will produce quotable insights, tactical indicators and human-interest angles that journalists can use in their WAFCON coverage. Fans are expected to follow the discussion via media reports and social channels, which will help shape expectations for the opening days of the tournament. CAF also hopes the event will stimulate debate on policy and investment measures that could accelerate the professionalization of the women’s game across Africa.
CAF invites accredited media and football stakeholders to register promptly for the July 15 webinar as places for active participation are limited. The session represents one of the final official opportunities to engage directly with players before squads depart for Morocco for WAFCON Morocco 2026. For registration and further information, media representatives should contact CAF Communications to confirm participation and accreditation details.
