The Women's Rugby Africa Cup first division tournament is reaching its climax on May 9, 2026, in Antananarivo, Madagascar. Four teams—Madagascar, Kenya, Cameroon, and Tunisia—are competing in the final round, with the winner earning a spot in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN).
Madagascar, as the host nation, has shown strong form throughout the tournament, winning their previous matches. Kenya, known as the Lionesses, are also contenders, having secured victories in earlier rounds. Cameroon and Tunisia round out the field, each aiming for a historic qualification.
The matches are being played at the Mahamasina Municipal Stadium, with the final scheduled for later today. The tournament is organized by Rugby Africa, the continental governing body, and marks a key step in the development of women's rugby on the continent.
