Morocco's Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports, Chakib Benmoussa, has stated the country was fully prepared to host the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) before its sudden postponement earlier this month. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the indefinite delay on March 4, 2026, citing the need for a "new roadmap" and operational reasons, without providing specific details.
In a press conference on March 26, Minister Benmoussa countered CAF's implications, asserting, "Morocco was ready to host this competition at the scheduled time and remains ready to host it at any time." He emphasized the nation's proven capabilities, having successfully organized the 2022 Women's Africa Cup of Nations and the 2023 Women's World Cup alongside Australia and New Zealand.
The conflicting statements leave the exact reasons for the postponement unclear. CAF President Patrice Motsepe has only stated that the decision was made to ensure the tournament's success. The delay is a significant setback for women's football on the continent, affecting player preparation and commercial planning. No new dates for the tournament have been announced.
