When Kalidou Koulibaly lifted the coveted Africa Cup of Nations trophy in 2022, there was euphoria in Senegal.
After failing in 2019, the Teranga Lions had finally done it, besting the Pharaohs of Egypt on penalties and in turn, left Cameroon with a $5 million cash prize.
Two years on, another AFCON tournament beckons. This time, the prize money for the winner has seen a significant boost. $7 million will be awarded to the team that conquers the rest, a 40% increase compared to the previous edition.
