BREAKING: CAF unveils presenter for 2024 awards

The 2024 CAF Awards, celebrating African football, will take place at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco.

Set for Monday, the event will honour Africa’s footballing greats of the past year, with two distinguished presenters, Kate Scott and Jalal Bouzrara, at the helm.

This was announced in a press release on the CAF website, titled “Kate Scott and Jalal Bouzrara to present 2024 CAF Awards.”

Renowned for her dynamic presence in sports broadcasting, Kate Scott has built an impressive portfolio spanning CNN, SkySports, and now CBS Sports.

Kate Scott

Fluent in four languages, Scott has hosted prestigious global events such as the FIFA Ballon d’Or and the Laureus World Sports Awards.

Her recent role on CBS Sports’ critically acclaimed UEFA Champions League coverage has further cemented her reputation as a world-class presenter.

Sharing her excitement about hosting the CAF Awards, Scott remarked, “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, and the culturally diverse way in which it is lived from nation to nation makes football one of the heartbeats of the global game.”

Jalal Bouzrara, a veteran Moroccan journalist with over three decades of experience, will co-host the evening.

Known for his work in radio and television, Bouzrara has produced acclaimed sports programmes such as L’Match and L’Club.

This will be his second time hosting the CAF Awards, having co-hosted the 2022 edition in Rabat.

Bouzrara expressed his pride in being part of the event, stating, “This is the second time I have had the honour and privilege of hosting this magnificent CAF Awards ceremony.

Jalal Bouzrara

“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 every corner of the world.”

The 2024 CAF Awards will highlight outstanding performances and contributions to football across the continent.

With stars like Achraf Hakimi, Ademola Lookman, Serhou Guirassy, Simon Adingra, and Inaki Williams making the top five men’s shortlist, the ceremony is set to be a memorable testament to the talent that continues to define African football.