Tanzania’s women’s national football team, the Twiga Stars, are set to depart for Morocco to finalize preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.The team has been training intensively in Karatu, Manyara Region, under head coach Bakari Shime, with a provisional squad of 32 players.

The camp focused on fitness, tactical awareness, and team cohesion ahead of facing strong opponents in Group B, which includes defending champions South Africa, Ivory Coast, and Burkina Faso.National Teams Director Almasy Kasongo confirmed the team’s travel arrangements and praised their progress.Assistant coach Edna Lema highlighted the players’ commitment and the technical staff’s efforts to improve squad quality.The team aims for a semi-final berth and World Cup qualification, marking their second consecutive WAFCON appearance.Their group matches start on July 27 against South Africa, with key fixtures in Rabat and Casablanca.The squad blends local and overseas-based players to enhance competition and standards.This tournament represents a significant step for Tanzania, aiming to achieve their first knockout stage appearance and World Cup qualification.