CAF announced a doubling of WAFCON prize money from $1 million to $2 million, framed as a tangible step in supporting the growth of women's football, with President Patrice Motsepe emphasizing the need for measurable investment. The prize boost follows a historical progression from $200,000 to $1 million under Motsepe’s presidency and comes alongside discussions about hosting and organizing the tournament, including keeping it in Morocco. Kenya’s Harambee Starlets could collect a record prize of about Ksh 259 million if they win the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco, reflecting the new USD 2 million winner’s prize and corresponding increases for other top finishes. Motsepe also highlighted Africa’s strong showing at the FIFA World Cup 2026, noting nine of ten African teams advanced from the group stage to the knockout rounds, the highest percentage in the competition’s history, and praised improvements across the continent. The combined announcements underscore CAF’s focus on elevating African football through bigger rewards and stronger national-team performances, while acknowledging areas for continued improvement.