Government congratulates Banyana Banyana on their WAFCON 2026 victory

Government congratulates Banyana Banyana on their outstanding victory over Burkina Faso in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026, a remarkable achievement that once again affirms South Africa's place among the continent's footballing giants.

 

The team represented South Africa with dignity and pride. Throughout the tournament, the team displayed discipline and fighting spirit that have become synonymous with South African sport. 

 

Government is committed to working with the stakeholders to strengthen and advance women's sport through sustained investment, improved development programmes and broader opportunities for female athletes. Investing in women's sport is not only critical to South Africa's sporting future but also contributes to the continued advancement of women's sport across the African continent.

 

Banyana Banyana remain among Africa's leading women's football teams and Government is confident that the lessons from this campaign will serve as a foundation for future sporting events.

 

Government thanks the players, technical team, support staff and all South Africans who rallied behind Banyana Banyana throughout the tournament. 

 

Banyana Banyana's WAFCON 2026 advancement to the next stage has added another proud chapter to South Africa's sporting history. Their achievement has inspired a new generation of athletes, strengthened the nation's sporting legacy and reaffirmed the power of women's sport to unite, inspire and transform lives, especially given that August is Women’s Month in South Africa they have made us proud.

 

Media enquiries:

Nomonde Mnukwa
Acting Government Spokesperson

083 653 7485

 

William Baloyi
Deputy Government Spokesperson
083 390 7147

 

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