Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa Qualify for TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026
As the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 approaches, several nations have secured their spots in Morocco, promising a thrilling tournament filled with talent and competitive spirit. Among the qualified teams are renowned powerhouses and emerging contenders, each eager to make their mark on the continental stage. The tournament will showcase the best of African women’s football, with teams like Ghana, Algeria, Senegal, Kenya, South Africa, and Tanzania ready to battle for supremacy.
Black Queens Secure Spot in Morocco with Dominant 7–0 Aggregate Victory
Back on home turf in Accra, the Black Queens continued their impressive form. Boaduwaa struck twice in quick succession (52′ and 55′), with Comfort Yeboah adding a third in the 57th minute. Boaduwaa capped off the match with another goal in stoppage time (90+2′), confirming Ghana’s total control over the tie.
Road to Morocco 2026
First Round: Exempted
Second Round: First Leg:Ghana 3–0 Egypt
Second Leg: Ghana 4–0 Egypt
Aggregate Score: Ghana wins 7–0
Ghana’s History in the AFCON
First Participation: 1998
Total Appearances: 12 (1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2024, & 2026)
Best Performance: Runners-up (1998, 2002, & 2006)
Coach: Kim Björkegren
Captain: Portia Boakye
Algeria Qualifies for Morocco with Dafeur’s Brilliance
Algeria has secured their place for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the second consecutive time, thanks to a stunning goal from Marine Dafeur against Cameroon. The victory, which took place at Stade de la Réunification in Douala, capped off a two-leg tie that saw Algeria win 3-1 on aggregate.
The Algerians initially secured a 2-1 win in the first leg in Bir El Djir, showcasing their tactical prowess under head coach Farid Benstiti.
Road to Morocco 2026
First Round: South Sudan: Algeria 5–0
Second Round: First Leg: Algeria 2–1 Cameroon
Second Leg: Cameroon 0–1 Algeria
Aggregate Score: Algeria wins 3–1
Algeria’s AFCON History
First Participation: 2004
Total Appearances: 7 (2004, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2024, & 2026)
Best Performance: Quarter-finals (2024)
Coach: Farid Benstiti
Captain: Sofia Guellati
Senegal Advances with Nerve in Penalties
Senegal has joined the ranks of teams qualifying for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 after a gripping penalty shootout against Côte d’Ivoire. The two-legged playoff ended in a stalemate, with both matches resulting in 0-0 draws, leading to a tense penalty shootout where Senegal triumphed 5-4.
Road to Morocco 2026
First Round: Advanced after Chad’s withdrawal
Second Round: First Leg: Senegal 0–0 Côte d’Ivoire
Second Leg: Senegal 0–0 Côte d’Ivoire (Senegal wins 5–4 on penalties)
Aggregate Score: Senegal advances 5–4 on penalties
Senegal’s AFCON History
First Participation: 2012
Total Appearances: 4 (2012, 2022, 2024, & 2026)
Best Performance: 2022 & 2024
Head Coach: Mame Moussa Cissé
Captain: Safietou Sagna
Kenya Makes Triumphant Return
The Harambee Starlets have successfully returned to the TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a decade-long absence, defeating The Gambia with a 4-1 aggregate score. Their qualification journey reflects a remarkable turnaround for Kenyan women’s football.
Road to Morocco 2026
First Round: First Leg: Kenya 0–0 Tunisia
Second Leg: Tunisia 1–0 Kenya
Second Round: First Leg: Kenya 3–1 Gambia
Second Leg: Kenya 1–0 Gambia
Aggregate Score: Kenya wins 4–1
Kenya’s AFCON History
First Participation: 2016
Total Appearances: 2 (2016 & 2026)
Best Performance: Group Stage (2016)
Head Coach: Beldine Odemba
Captain: Mwanahalima Adam Jereko
South Africa Qualifies Dramatically
Banyana Banyana have qualified for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 after a nail-biting two-legged encounter against the Democratic Republic of Congo, winning 2-1 on aggregate. The decisive goal came in stoppage time when Thembi Kgatlana found the net, securing their place in the tournament.
Road to Morocco 2026
First Round: Exempted
Second Round: First Leg: South Africa 1–1 DR Congo
Second Leg: South Africa 1–0 DR Congo
Aggregate Score: South Africa wins 2–1
South Africa’s AFCON History
First Participation: 1998
Total Appearances: 14 (1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2016, 2018, 2022, 2024, & 2026)
Best Performance: Winners (2022)
-Head Coach: Desiree Ellis
Captain: Refiloe Jane
