African women’s football has come a long way, gaining recognition and respect on both local and international stages. Over the years, talented athletes from across the continent have left their mark on the game, inspiring generations of young girls to dream big and pursue their passion for the beautiful game.
One such acknowledgment of excellence in African women’s football is the prestigious CAF African Women’s Footballer of the Year award. Presented annually by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), this accolade recognizes the exceptional achievements of remarkable female players in the continent.
Established in 2001, the CAF African Women’s Footballer of the Year award holds immense significance, not only as a celebration of individual talent but also as a testament to the collective growth and development of women’s football across Africa. Each year, the award showcases the exceptional skills, dedication, and contribution of African women to the sport.
With Nigeria’s Asisat Oshoala, picking record sixth time award to cement her name in the annals of african football, africanews360.com bring you the full list of winners since the awards was established in 2001
Below is the list
2001 – Mercy Akide (Nigeria)
2002 – Alberta Sackey (Ghana)
2003 – Adjoa Bayor (Ghana)
2004 – Perpetua Nkwocha (Nigeria)
2005 – Perpetua Nkwocha, Nigeria
2006 – Cynthia Uwak (Nigeria)
2007 – Cynthia Uwak (Nigeria)
2008 – Noko Matlou (South Africa)
2009 – No award given
2010 – Perpetua Nkwocha (Nigeria)
2011 – Perpetua Nkwocha (Nigeria)
2012 – Genoveva Anonma (Equatorial Guinea)
2013 – Not award given
2014 – Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria)
2015 – Gaelle Enganamouit (Cameroon)
2016 – Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria)
2017 – Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria)
2018 – Thembi Kgatlana (South Africa)
2020: No award held due to Covid
2021: No award held due to Covid
2019 – Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria)
2022 – Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria)
2023 – Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria)