Twiga Stars, carry nation’s pride to Morocco

DAR ES SALAAM: TWIGA Stars, the time is now. As you head to Morocco for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, the entire nation stands behind you with pride and hope.

This is Tanzania’s second appearance in this prestigious tournament and it has been a long wait of 15 years since our last showing in 2010.

That was then. This is now. And this is your moment. In 2010, we went out in the group stage.

The experience was valuable, but the result was a reminder that we had more work to do. Now, you return stronger, more united and better prepared. You carry the confidence of champions and not just in name.

Your recent performance at the CECAFA Women’s Senior Championship was nothing short of extraordinary.

You won every match. You didn’t concede a single goal. That level of discipline, focus and commitment speaks volumes.

The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations is no small stage. The competition will be tough and the pressure even tougher. But you have shown that you belong among the continent’s best.

You have not only the talent but also the character to rise above challenges. Every ball you chase, every goal you score, every tackle you make – it’s for something bigger.

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It’s for the flag you wear, the people you represent and the next generation of girls who look up to you. Let us not allow history to repeat itself.

Let the memory of 2010 drive you forward, not hold you back. Let every minute on that pitch in Morocco be played with purpose, passion and pride.

You are writing a new chapter for women’s football in Tanzania – one that proves we are not just participants, but real contenders.

As you step onto the pitch, remember this: you are not alone. From Dar es Salaam to Kigoma, from Mwanza to Mtwara, millions of Tanzanians will be with you in spirit, cheering your every move.

You carry our dreams, our hopes and our love for the game. So, Twiga Stars, let us go and go.

Be bold, be brave and give it everything. Fight for each other. Play with heart. Make history.

Make Tanzania proud.