The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the complete list of nominees for the highly anticipated CAF Awards 2025, honoring the continent’s best football talents and achievers.
The CAF Awards, held annually, celebrate the exceptional performances and contributions of players, coaches, clubs, and national teams across Africa. Each year, the event recognizes brilliance in both the men’s and women’s categories, highlighting those who have made remarkable impacts on and off the pitch.
For the 2025 edition, CAF has once again spotlighted the individuals and teams that have raised the bar in African football. From dazzling strikers to commanding defenders, tactical masterminds, and inspiring clubs, the nominations reflect a season filled with skill, passion, and unforgettable moments.
The list includes names of players, coaches, clubs, and countries who have distinguished themselves through excellence in domestic leagues, continental tournaments, and international competitions. The grand award ceremony is set to take place later this year, where Africa’s finest will gather to celebrate football greatness.
Among the top categories announced is the prestigious Women’s Player of the Year, which honors the female footballer who has delivered consistent brilliance and inspired fans throughout the year.
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