Hildah Magaia has built a reputation as Banyana Banyana's big match player thanks to her ability to deliver when it matters most.
The Women's Africa Cup of Nations is more than a football tournament. It is a showcase of how women's sport is transforming across the continent.
Over the past decade, investment in women's football has increased significantly. National teams are becoming more competitive, attendance is rising and African players are securing contracts with some of Europe's biggest clubs. The success of teams such as Nigeria, South Africa and Morocco has demonstrated that the continent can compete on the global stage.
Hosting WAFCON provides an opportunity to build on that momentum. Beyond the matches, the tournament generates tourism, supports local businesses and gives young girls across Africa visible role models. It also reinforces the message that women's sport deserves the same attention and investment as the men's game.
For Africa, these tournaments are increasingly becoming platforms for economic activity and cultural exchange, not just sporting competition.
