The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the full list of nominees for the 2025 CAF Awards, one of the most prestigious celebrations of African football excellence.
Set to take place later this year, the ceremony will spotlight the continent’s best players, coaches, clubs, and national teams across both the men’s and women’s categories.
Each year, the CAF Awards honours exceptional performances and milestones that have shaped African football on both domestic and international fronts, and the 2025 edition promises no less.
This year’s shortlist reflects a fine blend of established icons and rising stars, showcasing the depth of talent driving African football forward. From the women’s game to club and national team achievements, the nominees embody resilience, flair, and dedication.
Below is the complete list of nominees in the women’s categories for the 2025 CAF Awards:
Women’s Player of the Year
- Portia Boakye
- Tabitha Chawinga
- Temwa Chawinga
- Ghizlane Chebbak
- Mama Diop
- Rasheedat Ajibade
- Esther Okoronkwo
- Sanaa Mssoudy
- Barba Banda
- Racheal Kundananji
Women’s Club of the Year
- Gaborone United
- ASEC Mimosas
- TP Mazembe
- USFAS Bamako
- ASFAR
- DE Agosto
- Mamelodi Sundowns
- Bayelsa Queens FC
- Aigles De La Medina
- JKT Queens
Women’s National Team of the Year
- Cameroon U17
- Ghana
- Ivory Coast U17
- Mali
- Morocco
- Nigeria U17
- Nigeria
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Zambia U17
Women’s Young Player of the Year
- Habiba Essam
- Habiba Sabry
- Stella Nyamekye
- Doha El Madani
- Winfrida Gerald
- Ester Maseke Marwa
- Adji Ndiaye
- Shakirat Moshood
- Mercy Chipasula
- Ruth Mukoma
Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year
- Chloe N’Gazi
- Sedilame Boseja
- Fideline Ngoy
- Habiba Emad
- Chiamaka Nnadozie
- Khadija Er-Rmichi
- Fatoumata Karentao
- Cynthia Konlan
- Adji Ndiaye
- Andile Dlamini
Coach of the Year (Women)
- Adelaide Koudougnon
- Siaka Gigi Traore
- Lamia Boumehdi
- Genoveva Anonman
- Justine Madugu
- Bankole Olowookere
- Jorge Vilda
- Kim Bjorkegren
- Desiree Ellis
- Carol Kanyemba
The CAF Awards 2025 will once again serve as a stage to celebrate Africa’s football brilliance, honoring those who have inspired millions through their exceptional contributions to the beautiful game.