la CAF lance une série « webinaires » pour la promotion du football féminin africain
CAF Launches "Total-Energies CAF WAFCON Stars Spotlight Webinar" to Promote Women’s Football
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled an engaging digital series called "Total-Energies CAF WAFCON Stars Spotlight Webinar," aimed at enhancing the visibility and promotion of women’s football across the continent. This initiative is part of CAF’s broader commitment to advancing women’s sports in Africa.
Webinar Details
The series will consist of three separate webinars held on:
- June 9 (in French)
- June 16 (in Arabic)
- June 23 (in English)
The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) announced the schedule, emphasizing the multilingual nature of the series, which aims to foster engagement and understanding among diverse audiences.
Key Participants
The first webinar is set for June 9 at 15:00 GMT and will be hosted by Katty Toure. A panel featuring notable African women footballers will join her, including:
- Sofia Guellati (Algeria)
- Fideline Ngoy (Democratic Republic of Congo)
- Agueisha Diarra (Mali)
- Safietou Sagna (Senegal)
- Chaïma Abbassi (Tunisia)
These influential voices from the football world will aim to inspire discussions around women’s contributions to the sport, showcasing their unique journeys.
Significance of the Initiative
This webinar series is part of CAF’s concerted efforts to elevate the profiles of women players and amplify awareness around the upcoming Total-Energies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled from July 5 to 26, 2025. This tournament is recognized as the marquee event for women’s football in Africa, attracting increased global viewership, stadium attendance, and commercial interest.
CAF aims to showcase the depth of talent within Africa and highlight the outstanding achievements and stories of players who are advancing women’s football on the international stage. By creating a platform for discussion, the webinars will contribute to fostering a supportive environment for aspiring female athletes and advocates of women’s sports.
Conclusion
The "Total-Energies CAF WAFCON Stars Spotlight Webinar" reflects the growing recognition and support for women’s football in Africa. Through these sessions, CAF not only seeks to increase visibility for the upcoming WAFCON but also strives to inspire the next generation of female footballers by spotlighting the remarkable journeys of their predecessors.
