Africa Netball has officially launched the Africa Netball Cup 2026, setting the stage for a landmark continental championship in Nairobi from 19 to 26 September 2026. Staged at the Kasarani Indoor Arena, the
\nevent will mark the first time Kenya hosts the competition and will bring Africa's leading netball nations together on one of the
\ncontinent's most important sporting platforms.
\nThe championship will feature men's and women's competition, with the women's event also serving as the official Netball
\nWorld Cup Sydney 2027 Qualifier Africa. South Africa and Uganda have already secured their World Cup places through the
\nWorld Netball Rankings. The next two highest-placed eligible nations in Nairobi will earn Africa's remaining qualification
\npositions.
\nAlready qualified for Netball World Cup Sydney 2027: South Africa and Uganda.
\nParticipating women's teams: South Africa, Uganda, Kenya, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Zambia, Botswana, Nigeria and
\nTanzania.
\nSpeaking on the launch, Africa Netball Acting President, Rebekka Goagoses said the tournament reflects the sport's
\ncontinued transition towards stronger competition, greater visibility and sustainable growth across the continent.
\n\u201cHosting the Africa Netball Cup in Kenya reflects the growing strength and reach of our game. This event brings together the
\ncontinent's best teams, but it also carries a wider purpose: to create stronger pathways, inspire young players and position
\nAfrican netball for sustained success on the global stage,\u201d said Goagoses.
\nFor Kenya, the championship represents both a major hosting responsibility and an opportunity to build a lasting legacy
\nthrough improved facilities, stronger event systems and increased national interest in the sport.
\n\u201cKenya is preparing to welcome Africa with pride and purpose. Our focus is on delivering a tournament that meets
\ninternational standards while creating an experience that athletes, officials and supporters will remember. Hosting the Cup for
\nthe first time is an opportunity to showcase Kenya's growing netball culture and leave a lasting legacy for the sport,\u201d said
\nKenya Netball President Ms. Immaculate Kabutha.
\nThe launch begins the official countdown to eight days of continental competition, national pride and World Cup ambition, as
\nAfrica's teams prepare to take their place on the road to Sydney 2027.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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