Lionesses renew rivalry with Uganda as Africa Cup kicks off

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Kenya Lionesses players in action against Uganda Lady Cranes in a past match. [Uganda Rugby Union Media]

The 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division kicks off today at RFUEA Grounds, Nairobi, with the Kenya Lionesses hoping home support can inspire them to a first continental title.

Kenya begins their campaign with a regional derby against old rivals Uganda Lady Cranes in a match expected to set the tone for the tournament.

The competition has attracted some of the top women’s rugby nations in Africa, with defending champions South Africa also returning to Nairobi in search of a fifth title.