The 2024 CAF Awards will spotlight the best in African football, with a dazzling ceremony scheduled for Monday at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco. This star-studded event will recognize Africa’s top footballing achievers of the past year, featuring a lineup of world-class players, coaches, and special guests. The evening will kick off at 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT, 20h00 Cairo time, 21h00 East African time).
Guiding the evening’s proceedings will be two esteemed presenters: Kate Scott and Jalal Bouzrara. Together, they will ensure that the prestigious ceremony is a fitting tribute to African football's most outstanding talents.
Kate Scott: A Global Broadcasting Icon
Kate Scott, a renowned sports broadcaster, will take the stage as one of the evening’s hosts. With a distinguished career that includes stints at CNN, SkySports, and CBS Sports, Scott is no stranger to global sports coverage. Known for her fluency in English, French, Spanish, and German, she has become a go-to figure in sports broadcasting, hosting major events like the FIFA Ballon d'Or and Laureus World Sports Awards.
Scott has also earned acclaim for her role in leading CBS Sport’s UEFA Champions League coverage alongside Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher, and Micah Richards, a show widely praised for its engaging analysis and insights. Reflecting on her excitement for the CAF Awards, Scott shared:
"I’m extremely excited to host this year’s CAF Awards. It will be a privilege to be on stage and in the room alongside some of the most influential names in football. African football gives the global game soul. The talent born there is immense. The love for the sport is universal across the continent. And the culturally diverse way in which it is lived from nation to nation makes football there one of the heartbeats of the global game."
Jalal Bouzrara: A Veteran of Moroccan Sports Journalism
Joining Scott as co-host is Jalal Bouzrara, a seasoned Moroccan sports journalist with over 33 years of experience in radio and television. Bouzrara has made his mark in Moroccan sports media, producing and presenting numerous programs such as ‘L’Match’ and ‘L’Club’. His long-standing association with major football organizations, including FIFA, CAF, and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), has made him a prominent voice in the world of African football.
This marks the second time Bouzrara has had the honor of hosting the CAF Awards, having previously co-hosted the 2022 edition in Rabat. Reflecting on the significance of the upcoming ceremony, Bouzrara expressed his pride in being part of an event that celebrates the continued growth and success of African football:
"This is the second time I have had the honour and privilege of hosting this magnificent CAF Awards ceremony. I’m very excited and truly proud to be able to be part of celebrating the best of our continent. You only have to look at the list of nominees for this 2024 edition in Marrakech to see the constant evolution that our football is experiencing, with African stars shining brightly in the four corners of the world."
A former member of the AIPS Executive Committee and Vice-President of the Moroccan Sports Press Association, Bouzrara is fluent in Arabic, French, English, and also speaks Spanish and Portuguese.
A Night to Celebrate African Football's Brightest Stars
The 2024 CAF Awards will be a fitting tribute to Africa’s football excellence, showcasing the achievements of players, coaches, and teams that have made an impact both continentally and globally. As the ceremony unfolds in Marrakech, football fans around the world will be treated to a celebration of the sport’s cultural richness and the immense talent that Africa continues to produce.
With the spotlight on Africa’s finest, this year’s CAF Awards promises to be a night of glamour, passion, and unforgettable moments.
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