CAF Launches First Ever Women’s Football Strategy

The Confederation of African Football has launched its first ever Women’s Football Strategy to promote the growth of the sport for women across the continent.

With its campaign slogan #ItsTimeItsNow, the strategy focuses on developing the sport between 2020 and 2023 by building women’s football foundations, creating clear player career pathways, and professionalising women’s football.

Increased improved training opportunities are promised for technical staff involved in the women’s game, as well as increasing the number of competitive events at both a national and international level.

CAF hopes that its new strategy will have a positive social impact on women throughout Africa by furthering education opportunities and professional empowerment.

Ahmad Ahmad, CAF President said, “Today is historic day for women’s football in Africa.

“The launch of the CAF Women’s Football Strategy is in line with our commitment to give hope to the youth across the continent and to develop women’s football at all levels.

“It sets out a clear roadmap for specific actions which will revolutionize women’s football.

“My gratitude goes out to the key stakeholders and experts who took part in putting together this strategic document, which is the beginning of many things to come. #ItsTimeItsNow”.