Sports Minister’s office clears confusion over South Africa hosting 2026 WAFCON WAFCON

The office of the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture has moved to clarify South Africa’s position regarding the hosting of the 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), following widespread confusion sparked by recent public remarks.

In an official statement, the Minister’s office stressed that South Africa has not been formally awarded the right to host the 2026 tournament and that any suggestion to the contrary was premature.

The clarification follows comments made by Deputy Minister Peace Mabe at the Hollywoodbets Super League awards on Sunday, which were interpreted by many as confirmation that South Africa would stage the continental showpiece.

By Smiso Msomi

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