Ghana duo Sulley Muntari and Prince Tagoe are happy all of Africa was celebrating their achievement in reaching the World Cup second round on Wednesday.
"Tonight the whole of Africa is cheering us on," Sulley Muntari told Reuters. "This is a great success for African football.
"This tournament did not start so well for Africa but let us hope it finishes better," the Inter Milan ace added.
Ghana lost 1-0 to Germany but still qualified for the knockout phase ahead of Australia on goal difference.
Germany-based striker Prince Tagoe who has been employed as a winger at the tournament believes their progress will boost their confidence to go the distance.
"To be able to qualify is a very big issue for Africa," added midfielder Prince Tagoe. "It is a great joy for us. We played with confidence today and we want to keep that up."
Ghana next play Group C winners United States in Rustenburg on Saturday in their second round match.