The Confederation of African Football, CAF, is considering alternative hosts for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations following the postponement of the tournament.
CAF confirmed on Thursday that the competition, originally scheduled to hold between March 17 and April 3, will now take place from July 25 to August 16 after consultations with FIFA and other stakeholders.
Although the continental governing body only announced a change in the tournament dates, questions have emerged about Morocco’s ability to stage the competition within the new timeframe, prompting discussions about possible alternatives.
South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has said his country has the infrastructure to step in and warned against further delays that could affect the development of women’s football in the continent.