Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) Flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has thrown his support behind the Black Queens as they begin their campaign at the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The Black Queens face Cape Verde in their opening Group match of the tournament, with hopes of making a strong start in their quest for continental success. "My warmest wishes to the Black Queens as you begin your journey at the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco today against Cape Verde," he wrote. "Beyond glory for Ghana, this championship offers a pathway to the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil," he stated. The tournament also serves as a key qualification pathway to the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, making every group-stage match crucial to Ghana's ambitions.