The new CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations trophy was unveiled as Banyana Banyana gear up to defend their title in Morocco. Let's have a look at it.
The story
The Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) unveiled a new trophy for the upcoming WAFCON finals set to take place in Morocco between July 5 and July 26.
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South Africa are placed in Group C alongside Ghana, Tanzania, and Mali. Their opening match will be against Ghana on Monday, July 7.
Scroll to see the trophy design above as CAF has explained the meaning of the design.
Below is their statement:
A Design Rooted in Symbolism and Purpose
"The trophy’s striking design, features identical petals spiralling upward, each one representing a participating national team. Together, they form the shape of a blooming flower, a timeless symbol of growth, empowerment, and beauty.
This imagery captures the journey of African women’s football and the vibrant strength of its athletes.
Emerging from the heart of this elegant floral form is a golden sphere, patterned subtly as a football. Adorned with a shiny gold map of Africa, the sphere reflects the continent’s ambition, pride, and global impact in the women’s game.
Crafted in brilliant silver and matte gold, the body of the trophy is wrapped in a gold ring engraved with the CAF logo, affirming the confederation’s steadfast commitment to elevating the women’s game across all 54 member associations.
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The base, a pristine white marble pedestal with elegant gold-accented stripes, bears the name of the competition in refined matte gold lettering, cementing the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations legacy within the rich tapestry of African sport.
A New Era for Women’s Football in Africa
As the next generation of African stars prepare to shine at the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024, this new trophy will serve as a beacon of aspiration, inspiring millions of young girls across the continent to dream, to believe, and to achieve on the global stage."
