The 2024 CAF Awards took center stage in Marrakech, Morocco, celebrating Africa's finest footballers, coaches, and teams. The prestigious event recognized outstanding performances across the continent, with key awards for top men’s and women’s players, coaches, and clubs.
Below is the full list of winners and a breakdown of the major highlights from the ceremony:
Men's Player of the Year: Ademola Lookman (Nigeria & Atalanta)
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman claimed the prestigious African Men's Player of the Year award. Lookman’s stellar season for Atalanta included a hat-trick in the Europa League Final and consistent contributions for Nigeria during their Africa Cup of Nations campaign.
Women's Player of the Year: Barbra Banda (Zambia & Orlando Pride)
Barbra Banda from Zambia earned the Women's Player of the Year accolade. The Zambian striker shone for Orlando Pride in the NWSL Championship and on the international stage, showcasing her prolific scoring ability and leadership.
Goalkeeper of the Year
- Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Ronwen Williams (South Africa & Mamelodi Sundowns)
- Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria & Paris FC)
Ronwen Williams’ brilliant performances for Mamelodi Sundowns and the South African national team earned him the top goalkeeping honor. On the women’s side, Chiamaka Nnadozie continued to shine for Paris FC, cementing her status as one of Africa’s finest goalkeepers.
Young Player of the Year
- Men’s Young Player of the Year: Lamine Camara (AS Monaco, Senegal)
- Women’s Young Player of the Year: Doha El Madani (AS FAR/Morocco)
Senegalese midfielder Lamine Camara emerged as the Men’s Young Player of the Year, while Moroccan sensation Doha El Madanireceived the honor in the women’s category.
Inter-club Player of the Year
- Men's Inter-club Player of the Year: Ronwen Williams (South Africa & Mamelodi Sundowns)
- Women's Inter-club Player of the Year: Sanaa Mssoudy ( ASFAR and Morocco)
Coach of the Year
- Men’s Coach of the Year: Emerse Faé (Ivory Coast)
- Women’s Coach of the Year: Lamia Boumehdi (Morocco)
Ivorian coach Emerse Faé was recognized for his tactical brilliance and leadership. For the women’s game, Lamia Boumehdi of Morocco continues to lead her team to success, earning her Coach of the Year title.
National Team of the Year
- Men’s National Team of the Year: Ivory Coast
- Women’s National Team of the Year: Nigeria
The Ivorian men’s team and the Nigerian women’s team were honored for their remarkable achievements on the international stage.
Club of the Year
- Men’s Club of the Year: Al Ahly (Egypt)
- Women’s Club of the Year: TP Mazembe (DR Congo)
Egyptian giants Al Ahly maintained their dominance in African club football, while TP Mazembe's women's team stood out for their exemplary performances.
Goal of the Year: Mabululu (Angola)
Angolan striker Mabululu was awarded Goal of the Year for his stunning strike that captured fans’ attention across the continent.
Key Highlights of the CAF Awards 2024
- Ademola Lookman’s Historic Win: Ademola Lookman’s win as the Men’s Player of the Year marks a significant moment for Nigerian football, showcasing the country's continued dominance in African football.
- Barbra Banda's Rise to Glory: Barbra Banda’s achievements highlight Zambia’s growing impact in women’s football, solidifying her reputation as one of the best forwards in the game.
- Emergence of Young Talents: Young stars like Lamine Camara and Doha El Madani demonstrate Africa’s bright football future.
- Dominance of Al Ahly and TP Mazembe: Both clubs continue to set the standard for men’s and women’s club football on the continent.
Conclusion
The CAF Awards 2024 celebrated Africa’s football brilliance, honoring top players, coaches, and teams. With emerging talents and established stars sharing the spotlight, this year’s event showcased the bright future of African football.
CAF Awards 2024: Complete Winners List and Highlights