Burkina Faso Take Over Hosting Of WAFU B African Schools Championship

Burkina Faso has secured the hosting of the 2026 WAFU B African Schools Football Championship's zonal phase, replacing Nigeria, which had previously been slated to hold the event. The Under-15 competition, organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), will take place in Ouagadougou from December 6 to 9, 2026. The withdrawal of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) prompted Burkina Faso to step in and assume the responsibility of hosting the tournament.

The African Schools Football Championship serves as a platform for young players to exhibit their skills, foster grassroots development, and create opportunities for future stars across Africa. The zonal event is anticipated to attract teams from neighboring countries, including Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, Togo, Benin, Niger, and Burkina Faso itself.

Ghana will be represented by its Under-15 boys' and girls' teams. The girls' squad, the Black Damsels, are returning as silver medallists in the WAFU B zone and are defending champions of the CAF African Schools Football Championship. They aim to retain their title and reinforce Ghana's strong presence in the competition. The boys' team will aim to make a significant impact against their regional rivals, hoping to secure a spot in the subsequent stages of the championship.