The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in prize money for the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2024.
This is reinforcing its commitment to the growth and development of women’s football on the continent.
In a statement released by CAF, the winner of this year’s WAFCON will now receive USD 1 million, representing a 100% increase from the previous edition.
Furthermore, the total prize pool for the tournament has been boosted by 45%, now standing at USD 3.475 million.
CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe emphasized the federation’s dedication to raising the standard of women’s football across Africa.
“CAF is continuing with its commitment to the development and growth of Women’s Football in Africa,” Dr. Motsepe stated.
“The 100% increase in the Prize Money of the Winner and the 45% total increase should contribute to the increase of the salaries of women football players, coaches, and employees.”
He added that the level of competition and professionalism in African women’s football continues to rise, with increasing interest from fans, broadcasters, and sponsors.
“The quality and standard of Women’s Football in Africa is consistently improving and is world class. We are excited about the substantial increase in the number of fans, broadcasting viewers and sponsors in the TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON Morocco 2024. This Competition is going to be enormously successful,” he added.
Prize Breakdown – WAFCON 2024
Winner: USD 1,000,000
Runner-up: USD 500,000
Third place: USD 350,000
Fourth place: USD 300,000
Quarter-finalists (4 teams): USD 200,000 each
3rd in group stage: USD 150,000
4th in group stage (3 teams): USD 125,000 each
The move by CAF signals a bold step toward closing the gap in earnings between men’s and women’s football on the continent, while encouraging greater investment, participation, and professionalism in the women’s game.
