The nominees for the 2026 CAF Awards Women’s Young Player of the Year have been announced, with nine talented footballers shortlisted for the prestigious African football award.
Nigerian nominees are Seymeyama Janet and Olwakémi Adegbuyi. They will compete with young talents from other African countries for the individual honour.
The Full List Includes:
Kawtar Azraf (Morocco)
Winfrida Gerald (DR Congo)
Adji Ndaye (Senegal)
Seymeyama Janet (Nigeria)
Olwakémi Adegbuyi (Nigeria)
Nsira Ouédraogo (Ivory Coast)
Grace-Ruth Sery (Ivory Coast)
Maeva Nyadjou (Cameroon)
Romaine Gandonou (Benin)
Kawtar Azraf, an 18-year-old Moroccan talent playing for Barcelona, is among the names attracting attention following her inclusion on the shortlist.
Nigeria will also have two representatives in the category, giving the country an opportunity to claim another CAF individual award.
The Women’s Young Player of the Year category recognises emerging talents who have impressed with their performances and contributions to African football.
The winner will be announced at the 2026 CAF Awards ceremony scheduled for December 7 in Nigeria.
