Kenya Lionesses learn opponents ahead of Africa Women's 7s
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Last year, the Lionesses came agonizingly close to continental glory but fell 12-7 to South Africa
The Kenya Lionesses have learned their opponents ahead of the 2025 Africa Women’s 7s tournament, set to take place from Friday, 14 to Sunday, 17 November at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi.
The hard-hitting Lionesses, who recently reclaimed their Safari 7s title, have been drawn in Pool B alongside Ghana and Ivory Coast.
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Their clash with Ghana will rekindle memories of last year’s group stage encounter at the 2024 edition in Accra, where Kenya cruised to a commanding 41-0 victory.
Last year, the Lionesses came agonizingly close to continental glory but fell 12-7 to South Africa.
The Kenyan side went unbeaten throughout the group stages and semifinals.
This year, they have the home advantage on their side and will aim to take one step further and reclaim the African crown they last won in 2018.
The 2025 edition also carries extra significance as it doubles up as the African qualifier for the 2026 World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series, with only the tournament winner earning the coveted slot.
In Pool A, 12-time champions South Africa headline the group alongside Zimbabwe and Mauritius.
The Springbok Women have dominated the competition since its inception, winning every edition they have participated in since 2006.
Uganda, fresh from a runner-up finish at the Safari 7s, will feature in Pool C alongside Zambia and Burkina Faso, while Pool D comprises Madagascar, Tunisia, and Egypt.
2025 Africa Women’s 7s Pools
- Pool A: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mauritius
- Pool B: Kenya, Ghana, Ivory Coast
- Pool C: Uganda, Zambia, Burkina Faso
- Pool D: Madagascar, Tunisia, Egypt
2024 Africa Women’s 7s Final Standings
- South Africa
- Kenya
- Uganda
- Madagascar
- Tunisia
- Zambia
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