DR ‹ › The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026 (WAFCON), which Morocco is set to host, from its initial dates of March 17–April 3, 2026 to July 25–August 16, 2026. In a statement released Thursday, CAF said the decision followed discussions with its partners, including FIFA, and other stakeholders involved in organizing the tournament. The body said the change was intended to ensure the success of the competition, citing «certain unforeseen circumstances» without providing further details. The announcement comes after doubts were raised about the tournament just days before its originally scheduled start, with CAF promising to clarify the situation. Morocco was officially awarded hosting rights for the competition in October 2024. Preparations are continuing as planned, with CAF expressing confidence in the event's success.