Accra: The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, was among the high-profile dignitaries who awarded medals to players during the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final on August 16, 2026. Okraku joined a distinguished group of global football leaders, including FIFA President Gianni Infantino, CAF President Patrice Motsepe, and Cameroon FA President Samuel Eto'o, as they presented medals to the triumphant teams.
According to Ghana Web, the dignitaries awarded medals to Algeria, who secured third place, Malawi, who finished in second place, and Cameroon, the champions of the tournament. Kurt Okraku, serving as the CAF Second Vice President, stood composed as he placed medals on the players, marking the occasion with smiles. His role at CAF continues to establish him among the leading figures in African football.
The final was a historic moment for Cameroon, as they ended a long-standing title drought by defeating Malawi. The Indomitable Lionesses, who had faced disappointment in previous finals against Nigeria in 2004, 2014, and 2016, successfully claimed the championship this time, ten years after their 2016 final loss on home soil. This victory positions Cameroon as only the fourth nation to win the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, joining the ranks of Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and South Africa.
For Malawi, reaching the final was a significant achievement, marking a remarkable debut in the WAFCON tournament. Despite the defeat, the Scorchers' performance was a proud moment for the nation, highlighting their potential on the continental stage.