Adidas African Cup of Nations Match Ball: The “Wawa Aba”

Adidas - For the 2008 African Cup of Nations, Adidas has taken a step forward to create this speical official match ball. Named The "Wama Aba", the ball utilises colours derived from the Ghanaian national flag, the hosts of the competition. The use of the name, "Wawa Aba" includes various powerful references. For the Western African Akan culture, the name "Wawa Aba" is a symbol of persistence and the belief in strength and team spirit of the community. As well the wawa aba seed of the wawa tree is among the strongest and most usable woods in Africa. With the significant rise in football success for the African continent within the last few years, it is important for adidas to link this prestigious tournament and its own branded ball. This idea is pretty interesting, a special match ball for the competition host, I hope future match balls can base on such concepts so that match balls won't be dull and just black and white patches.