Women's football news from across Africa: fixtures, players and how to watch

Women’s football in Africa is moving fast. New clubs, rising stars and bigger crowds mean more stories worth following. On this tag page you’ll find match reports, squad updates, transfer notes and quick guides to watching games. We focus on practical info so you can follow results, spot talent and support the game locally.

We cover national tournaments like the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), the CAF Women’s Champions League, and key qualifier windows that decide who goes to the World Cup and the Olympics. You’ll also see features on top players — think of stars who moved from local leagues to Europe — and profiles that explain why a coaching change or federation decision matters for a team’s chances.

How to follow matches and highlights

Start with official sources: CAF and national federation channels post fixtures, lineups and highlights. For live action, check local broadcasters and sports apps. In many countries, local TV or streaming platforms carry WAFCON qualifiers and club games. If a match isn’t on TV, CAF and team social accounts often share full highlights or long clips after the game. Use live score apps for minute-by-minute updates and set alerts for games you don’t want to miss.

Follow clubs and players on Twitter and Instagram for immediate updates: teams post starting lineups, substitutions and injury news faster than most outlets. Subscribe to Ginger Apple News alerts on this tag to get headlines the moment results or big moves drop.

Why this matters in Africa

Women’s football creates real opportunity. League growth and international exposure let players win contracts and scholarships. Strong domestic competitions give national teams a deeper talent pool. When local fans show up and share coverage, scouts and sponsors take notice — that leads to better pay and more professional clubs.

You can help the game grow. Buy tickets for local matches, share verified clips and support youth programmes in your area. If you run a club or school side, send match reports and photos to local media and to us — visibility helps players get trials and moves abroad.

This tag page groups every women’s football story we publish: previews, post-match analysis, interviews, injury updates and transfer news. Stories are sorted by date so the latest results show first. Use the search box to find a team or player, and subscribe to push alerts for instant updates.

Quick tip: follow a few promising players from smaller leagues. Scouts watch performance more than club names. Spotting a player early gives you better insight into transfer chatter and makes following the big tournaments more rewarding.