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How many teams have qualified for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations?

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Sixteen teams have qualified for the main Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 tournament, which will be held from March 17 to April 3 in Morocco. In 1998 the WAFCON became a biennial fixture, with a group stage and knockout rounds. The number of teams increased from 8 to 12 in 2022, and to 16 from 2026 onward.