Malawi and Cameroon set to meet in WAFCON final in Rabat

The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final is set for tonight in Rabat, where Malawi will face Cameroon in a historic clash. The match, the culmination of a continental tournament that has grown in stature, will be broadcast across the continent and beyond, drawing attention to the rising profile of women’s football in Africa.

Sports journalist Charlotte Richardson, speaking to FRANCE 24, highlighted the tournament’s increasing popularity while noting persistent gaps in media coverage, funding and infrastructure compared with men’s competitions. She stressed that the WAFCON’s last‑minute postponement earlier this year—an unprecedented move in the sport—underscores the challenges women’s football still faces, a decision she said would be unthinkable in men’s football.

The final represents a milestone for African women’s football, offering a platform for broader visibility and investment. Its outcome will likely influence future support for the sport, signalling a gradual shift toward greater equity in the footballing world.