The Super Falcons of Nigeria, the defending champions, will begin their training camp in Mohammedia, Morocco on July 15 in preparation for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. They will train for one week before relocating to Rabat for their Group C matches, as reported by DAILY POST.

Niger Tornadoes have strengthened their technical crew by appointing new assistant coaches to support the recently appointed technical adviser Kabiru Dogo. Umar Tyabo will serve as the chief coach, alongside Ibraheem Mutiullahi Okikiola and Umar Hussaini, who will also assist Dogo, according to DAILY POST.

Eric Chelle's contract extension with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has not yet been signed, raising concerns that Nigeria could lose its Super Eagles coach. This uncertainty is compounded by reported interest from Algeria in Chelle's services, which could lead to his departure after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has announced a deadline for the completion of training grounds in preparation for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in 2027. The announcement comes as Kenya races against time to ensure that the facilities are ready for the tournament, which is set to take place next year.

Aisha Nantongo, a defender for Uganda's Crested Cranes, has transferred to Shaanxi Zhidan Women FC from Changchun Dazhong Zhuoyue WFC in the Chinese Women Super League. She has signed a contract that will last until the end of the current season.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has not yet signed a contract extension with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), according to BBC journalist Oluwashina Okeleji. The NFF is facing increased competition from other African nations seeking to secure the services of the Franco-Malian coach. Shehu Dikko, the chairman of the National Sports Commission, is involved in the efforts to retain Chelle.