2026 Women's AFCON – Group B: South Africa preview, squad and fixtures

African football will once again take center stage with the 14th edition of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2026), set to be held in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, 2026.

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Spectacular action is guaranteed, with fierce competition expected in the battle for the title.

South Africa preview

Banyana Banyana will make their 14th appearance at the Women's AFCON, having previously competed in the 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2022, and 2024 editions.

Their greatest achievement remains the gold medal in the 2022 tournament, which was also hosted in Morocco.

South Africa squad

In the last Women's AFCON, South Africa's head coach Desiree Ellis relied on the following players:

Goalkeepers: Kaylin Swart, Andile Dlamini, Dineo Magagula, Casey Gordon

Defenders: Lebohang Ramalepe, Fikile Magama, Gabriela Salgado, Tiisetso Makhubela, Bambani Mbane, Karabo Dhlamini, Lonathemba Mhlongo

Midfielders: Bongeka Gamede, Sibulele Holweni, Linda Mothlalo, Nonhlanhla Mthandi, Refiloe Jane, Amogelang Motau, Regina Mogolola, Noxolo Cesane

Forwards: Adrielle Mibe, Kgalebane Mohlakoana, Hilda Magaia, Jermaine Seopesenwe, Nthabiseng Majiya, Bonolo Mokoma, Ronnel Donnelly

South Africa fixtures

March 17, 2026: South Africa vs Tanzania – Al Medina Stadium, Rabat

March 20, 2026: South Africa vs Ivory Coast – Al Medina Stadium, Rabat

March 23, 2026: Burkina Faso vs South Africa – Al Medina Stadium, Rabat

Imed Ben Amara |

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Imed Ben Amara - bilingual sports writer and web editor with experience in football content creation. Since 2021, he has contributed to Foot Africa, providing news coverage and analysis.

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